TDI Sidemount Diver

This course is designed to teach certified divers how to safely utilize side-mounted primary cylinders as an alternative to the traditional back-mounted configuration. This course can be combined with other TDI courses such as: Decompression Procedures, Extended Range, Trimix, Advanced Trimix and Advanced Wreck. If combined t he standards for both courses must be met.

Classroom

During the classroom portion of this course, students will cover the following topics:

• Gas matching procedures to include dissimilar volumes
• Gas management utilizing independent cylinders
• Psychological considerations
• Equipment considerations
• Communication
• Problem solving
• Tight spaces
• Conservation
• Difficult water entries
• S-Drills; specific to sidemount

Open Water Dives

Students will complete three dives with a minimum accumulated bottom time of 90 minutes

Course Options

This courses is offered on a regular basis or upon request.

Prerequisites and Requirements

Students must have the following for class:

• Students must be 18 years of age
• Students must have an Open Water Diver rating
• TDI student folder on file
• Diversions' Student Agreement on file
• All knowledge reviews completed

Course Fees

Please contact us for the most current pricing.

Course Availability

Courses are offered on a regular basis and upon request. Please review our calendar and then contact us.