Boat Diver
If you’re new to boat diving or want to learn more about diving from different types of boats, enroll in the PADI® Boat Diver course. During two dives with an instructor you’ll learn nautical terminology, boat diving etiquette and may practice using lines and/or deploy a surface marker buoy (SMB).
Availability: Contact us for booking information
What You'll Learn
- Pack for a boat trip
- Properly stow your gear
- Manage seasickness
Certification Requirements
Prerequisites
- PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver (or qualifying entry-level-certification)
Time
- PADI eLearning: 2-4 hours
- Entire course: 1-2 days
Age
- 10 years or older
Health
- Good physical health
Why Take the PADI Boat Diver Course?
If you love to travel, the PADI Boat Diver Specialty course will prepare you to dive from small inflatables all the way up to large liveaboards. Learn how to enter and exit the water, use current lines and manage seasickness.
Step 1
PADI eLearning®
PADI eLearning makes it easy to fit scuba lessons into a busy schedule. Complete the independent study part of your course whenever, wherever it’s convenient for you.
Work at your own pace, online or offline, using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor for inwater training, or whenever you have a question.
- eLearning time commitment: 2-4 hours
Step
With Your Instructor
ADDITIONAL COST: Your Dive Shop will charge fees for training and gear rental.
You'll make two dives from a boat where you’ll practice entering and exiting the water and properly stowing your gear. Your instructor will also teach you about local boat diving etiquette and safety procedures.
Total time commitment: 1-2 days
