Imagine descending below the surface of a clear mountain lake to explore a well-preserved wreck. Interested? Any time you scuba dive at an altitude higher than 300 metres/1000 feet above sea level, you’re an altitude diver. If you’re ready to discover a hidden world where few have ventured, then the Altitude Diver Specialty course is for you. Learning to adjust your dive plan for the reduced surface pressure at altitude is an important part of the course.
You’ll complete two altitude dives and learn:
-Altitude dive planning, organization, procedures and techniques
-How to adjust your dive computer for altitude diving or calculate altitude dive profiles using the RDP Table or eRDPML
-How to avoid problems and handle emergency situations, if they occur, while altitude diving
Prerequisites:
Must be an Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver at least 10 yrs old
Class price includes:
-All instruction
-2 open water dives
-A comprehensive package of study materials and/or online course program
-Certification fees
*Course fee does not include any other snorkel or scuba equipment. Students must provide their own personal gear (masks, fins, snorkels, boots) which are available for purchase at the dive store and our friendly staff can professionally fit you for these items, if needed. BC, Regulator with dive computer, and wetsuits are available to rent at a discounted daily rate for students enrolled in our Altitude Diver course.
** Students are responsible for providing their own transportation and personal items (swim suit, towel, etc).
Medical:
Prior to taking this scuba class, you will need to complete a Continuing Education/Medical form. Please review this form and determine if you are eligible to take a scuba course or if you will need a doctor to sign-off on your form prior to starting the class. This information is required to Enroll or begin any diver training.
Cancellations or Rescheduling:
Cancellations or rescheduling require 48-hour notice. You may reschedule one time at no charge, after that any further adjustments will incur a $50 rescheduling fee per change. Cancellations are subject to a $75 cancellation fee.
Course Dates, pricing and other details:
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