About the Course
The PADI Sidemount Specialty Course introduces you to the unique benefits of sidemount diving, where tanks are mounted on your sides instead of your back. This configuration enhances your maneuverability, streamlines your profile, and provides greater flexibility, making it ideal for exploring tight spaces or for improved balance and comfort. Learn the techniques for equipment setup, buoyancy control, and emergency procedures to elevate your diving skills and experience new underwater adventures with ease.
No Certification Required
This program is perfect for those who want to try diving without committing to a full certification course.
Requirements
With Your Instructor
You learn the basic safety guidelines and skills needed to dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional. If you make an open water dive, you’ll practice a few more skills in shallow water to prepare for your adventure.
PADI eLearning
Start your Discover Scuba Diving journey with BeeDiversDiving’s PADI DSD eLearning™. Use your computer or mobile device to easily learn essential diving safety fundamentals before you hit the water. Get in touch with our PADI-certified instructors to access DSD eLearning and schedule your first unforgettable scuba diving experience.
Introduction
If you have ever wondered what it feels like to breathe underwater, this is where your journey begins.
Discover Scuba Diving is not a certification course. It is your first guided experience in the ocean. No previous experience is required. All you need is a willingness to try something new.
Throughout the experience, you will be guided step by step. The pace is calm and controlled, with a strong focus on comfort and safety.
Program Information & Requirements
This program is designed for complete beginners.
Before entering the water, you will receive a clear and simple briefing covering the equipment, breathing techniques, and basic safety skills.
The session begins in shallow water, allowing you to become comfortable with the equipment. Once you are ready, you will continue to your first open water dive.
Requirements:
- Minimum age: 10 years
- Basic swimming ability
- Good general health
- No previous diving experience required
How the Experience Works
1. Paperwork and Medical Check
You will complete a short form before the session. This ensures you are fit to dive and comfortable with the activity. Any relevant conditions can be discussed in advance.
2. Theory (eLearning or On-Site Briefing)
You will learn the fundamental principles of scuba diving, including breathing techniques, pressure awareness, and basic communication.
This can be completed online in advance or in person before the dive.
3. Confined Water Session
Training begins in calm, shallow water.
This allows you to become familiar with the equipment, practice basic skills, and build confidence in a controlled environment.
4. Open Water Dive
Once you are comfortable, you will proceed to your first open water dive.
The descent is gradual, and the pace is adjusted to your comfort level. The instructor remains with you at all times.
What You Will Gain
This experience offers more than just a first dive.
You will gain a clear understanding of how scuba diving works, develop confidence in the water, and experience the calm and unique environment beneath the surface.
It is also an excellent way to determine if you would like to continue with further diving training.
Frequently Asked Questions
You must be at least 10 years old and able to swim 200m…
4 days total: theory + pool sessions + 4 open water dives.
All gear, PADI materials, dive insurance, certification card, hotel pickup.