PADI Wreck Diver Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

Discover the Thrill of Wreck Diving with Blue Holic Scuba

Explore sunken vessels, artificial reefs, and offshore structures as you expand your diving skills in real-world environments. The PADI Wreck Diver Specialty Course teaches you how to safely navigate wrecks, assess conditions, and—when appropriate—conduct limited penetration using proper techniques and equipment.

This course is ideal for divers who want to build confidence, situational awareness, and comfort while diving around complex underwater structures.

Course Details

Duration: 2 days
Dives Required: 4
Course Fee: $250
Prerequisite: PADI Adventure Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum Age: 15 years
Certification: PADI Wreck Diver Specialty

Boat trips and dive locations vary based on conditions and scheduling.

Dive Location Options

San Diego – Yukon Shipwreck

One of the most iconic wreck dives in Southern California, the Yukon is a 366-foot Canadian destroyer intentionally sunk as part of an artificial reef project. Resting on its side at approximately 100 feet, the Yukon offers large-scale wreck navigation and penetration opportunities for experienced divers.

Depth: 60–100 ft
Penetration: Extensive
Best for: Divers looking to refine wreck penetration and advanced navigation skills
Additional Gear: Dive light, reel/spool, cutting tool

Catalina Island – Casino Point

Casino Point offers a calmer environment with smaller wreck remnants integrated into lush kelp forests. This site is ideal for divers new to wreck exploration or those seeking a more relaxed introduction to wreck techniques.

Depth: 30–60 ft
Penetration: Minimal
Best for: Introductory wreck diving and navigation practice
Additional Gear: Standard scuba equipment

Offshore Oil Rigs (By Demand)

Select wreck specialty dives may be conducted at Southern California oil rigs, which function as massive artificial reefs and complex structures. These dives focus on external wreck navigation, buoyancy control, and environmental awareness rather than penetration.

Depth: Varies by rig
Penetration: No penetration
Best for: Confident divers interested in large-scale structures and marine life
Scheduling: By demand, conditions permitting
Additional Gear: Dive light recommended

Oil rig dives are scheduled intentionally and may take place on smaller boats with an instructor.

What You’ll Learn

Wreck navigation and approach techniques
Hazard identification and risk management
Use of lines, reels, and reference points
Limited wreck penetration procedures (where appropriate)
Surveying and mapping wreck structures
Environmental and historical preservation considerations

Gear Requirements

Mandatory Gear

Mask, snorkel, fins
BCD and regulator
Exposure protection suitable for Southern California (7mm recommended)
Dive computer or depth gauge
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)

Wreck-Specific Gear

Dive light
Penetration reel or spool
Cutting tool

Full gear rentals, including wreck-specific equipment, are available.

Specialty Bundle Option

This course is included in our Specialty Diver Bundle.

Complete any two PADI Specialty courses for $350 and receive:

2 PADI Specialty certification cards
Credit toward Master Scuba Diver

Available specialties include:
Peak Performance Buoyancy, Deep Diver, Underwater Navigation, Fish Identification, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, and Enriched Air (Nitrox).

Note:

PADI eLearning / course materials are not included
Boat trips, site fees, and gear rentals are not included

Ask us if bundling makes sense for your diving goals.

Course Schedule

Day 1: Dives 1–2 (wreck orientation, navigation, procedures)
Day 2: Dives 3–4 (skill refinement and exploration)

Exact dates and locations vary. Please refer to our Dive Calendar for upcoming trips.

How to Book

Ready to expand your diving skills and explore wreck environments?

📞 Call us at +1 (323) 641-7416 to:

discuss dive location options
coordinate scheduling
review prerequisites and gear

Eco-Conscious Diving

Wrecks are living ecosystems and historical sites.
Blue Holic Scuba emphasizes low-impact diving techniques and responsible exploration to help preserve these environments for future generations.

Leave nothing but bubbles.

PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

Extend Your Bottom Time

The PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Specialty Course is PADI’s most popular specialty—and for good reason. Diving with enriched air nitrox allows for longer no-decompression limits, especially on repetitive dives, making it ideal for boat diving and multi-day dive trips.

This course focuses on understanding nitrox theory, safety limits, and practical use.

Course Details

Course Type: Classroom-based (no dives required)
Duration: 2–4 hours
Instructor Fee: $250
Prerequisite: PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum Age: 12 years
Certification: PADI Enriched Air Diver Specialty

Optional nitrox dives may be arranged but are not required for certification.

eLearning (Required – Sold Separately)

PADI eLearning is not included in the course fee and must be purchased separately.

Enriched Air Diver eLearning:
Regular price $232.00
Sale Price of Elearning $190.00

👉 Please make sure both the instructor fee and eLearning are added to your cart.

What You’ll Learn

During the course, you’ll cover:

Benefits and limitations of diving with nitrox
Managing oxygen exposure
Nitrox depth limits and safety considerations
Analyzing oxygen content in scuba tanks
Setting your dive computer for enriched air
Equipment requirements and labeling

Where This Course Is Conducted

Blue Holic Scuba classroom
Optional dives may be completed during local or boat dives if desired

This course is commonly paired with boat diving and specialty training.

Gear Requirements

Required

Dive computer compatible with enriched air
Standard scuba equipment (for optional dives)

Provided / Practiced In-Class

Oxygen analyzers
Nitrox cylinder labeling and procedures

Your instructor will confirm whether your personal equipment meets manufacturer and local requirements.

Specialty Bundle Option

This course is included in our Specialty Diver Bundle.

Complete any two PADI Specialty courses for $350 and receive:

2 PADI Specialty certification cards
Credit toward Master Scuba Diver

Available specialties include:
Peak Performance Buoyancy, Deep Diver, Underwater Navigation, Fish Identification, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, and Enriched Air (Nitrox).

Note:

PADI eLearning / course materials are not included in the bundle
Boat trips, site fees, and gear rentals are not included

Course Flow

After purchase:

An instructor will contact you by email or phone
You’ll complete eLearning before class
Attend the classroom session at Blue Holic Scuba
Optional dives can be scheduled if desired

Exact scheduling is coordinated directly with your instructor.

How to Book

Ready to dive longer and plan smarter?

📞 Call us at (323) 641-7416
or visit Blue Holic Scuba to enroll and purchase your materials.

PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

Improve Control. Move With Ease.

Excellent buoyancy control is what separates comfortable divers from confident ones. The PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty Course helps you refine the skills you learned in Open Water and apply them in real diving conditions.

This course focuses on precision, balance, and efficiency—allowing you to dive with better control, improved air consumption, and minimal impact on the environment.

Course Details

Dives Required: 2
Course Fee: $250
Prerequisite: PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum Age: 10 years
Certification: PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty

Dives may be completed in the pool, ocean, or during scheduled local trips, depending on conditions and student needs.

Where This Course Is Conducted

Peak Performance Buoyancy can be completed in several settings:

Local Ocean Dives

Most students complete this specialty during local shore dives or regulator trips, where buoyancy control can be practiced in kelp, mid-water, and near-bottom environments.

Boat Dives

This specialty can also be completed on scheduled boat trips, allowing divers to practice buoyancy in deeper water and varied conditions.

Pool Sessions (When Appropriate)

Certain skills may be introduced or refined in the pool before moving to open water.

Your instructor will determine the best setting based on experience level and conditions.

What You’ll Learn

During two scuba dives, you’ll work on:

Determining proper weighting
Improving trim and body position
Fine-tuning buoyancy adjustments
Hovering in multiple positions (horizontal and vertical)
Streamlining movement to reduce effort and air consumption

The first dive of this specialty may also count as an Adventure Dive toward the Advanced Open Water Diver certification.

Gear Requirements

Required Gear

Mask, snorkel, fins
BCD and regulator
Exposure protection appropriate for Southern California (7mm Wetsuit)
Dive computer and depth gauge
Weight system

Using your own scuba equipment is strongly recommended so adjustments reflect the gear you dive regularly.

Optional / Helpful

Trim pockets or alternate weight systems (as advised by your instructor)

Our instructors can help you assess or adjust your setup during the course.

Specialty Bundle Option

This course is included in our Specialty Diver Bundle.

Complete any two PADI Specialty courses for $350 and receive:

2 PADI Specialty certification cards
Credit toward Master Scuba Diver

Available specialties include:
Peak Performance Buoyancy, Deep Diver, Underwater Navigation, Fish Identification, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, and Enriched Air (Nitrox).

Note:

PADI eLearning / course materials are not included
Boat trips, site fees, and gear rentals are not included

Ask us if bundling makes sense for your goals.

Course Flow

After purchase:

An instructor will contact you by email or phone
You’ll coordinate scheduling and dive locations
Orientation and skill review are completed before diving

Exact dates and locations vary. Please refer to our Dive Calendar for available dives.

Eco-Conscious Diving

Good buoyancy protects marine life, preserves visibility, and reduces environmental impact. This course emphasizes control, awareness, and low-impact diving techniques applicable to all future dives.

PADI Deep Diver Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

Dive Deeper With Confidence

The PADI Deep Diver Specialty Course is designed for certified divers who want to safely explore deeper dive sites—down to 40 meters / 130 feet—with improved planning, awareness, and control.

This course focuses on managing depth-related risks, refining buoyancy at depth, and building confidence in deeper environments common in Southern California.

Course Details

Dives Required: 4
Course Fee: $250
Prerequisite: PADI Adventure Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum Age: 15 years
Certification: PADI Deep Diver Specialty

Dive locations vary based on conditions and scheduling.

Where This Course Is Conducted

Deep Diver training is completed in open water and may take place in several environments:

Boat Dives

Most deep dives are conducted on scheduled boat trips, allowing access to deeper reefs, walls, and wrecks.

Offshore Oil Rigs (By Demand)

Some deep training dives may be conducted at Southern California oil rigs, focusing on depth awareness, gas management, and controlled ascents rather than penetration.

Wreck or Wall Sites

When conditions allow, dives may include wrecks or wall-style sites where depth changes quickly and buoyancy control is critical.

Your instructor will select locations appropriate for your experience level and conditions.

What You’ll Learn

During four deep dives, you’ll focus on:

Deep dive planning and personal depth limits
Gas supply management and monitoring
Buoyancy control at depth
Buddy contact procedures
Recognizing and managing nitrogen narcosis
Safety stops and ascent procedures

The first dive of this specialty may count as an Adventure Dive toward the Advanced Open Water Diver certification.

Gear Requirements

Required Gear

Mask, snorkel, fins
BCD and regulator
Exposure protection suitable for Southern California (7mm recommended)
Dive computer (required)
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)

Recommended Gear

Dive light
Slate or wet notes

Additional equipment may be recommended depending on dive location.

Specialty Bundle Option

This course is included in our Specialty Diver Bundle.

Complete any two PADI Specialty courses for $350 and receive:

2 PADI Specialty certification cards
Credit toward Master Scuba Diver

Available specialties include:
Peak Performance Buoyancy, Deep Diver, Underwater Navigation, Fish Identification, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, and Enriched Air (Nitrox).

Note:

PADI eLearning / course materials are not included
Boat trips, site fees, and gear rentals are not included

Ask us if bundling fits your diving goals.

Course Flow

After purchase:

An instructor will contact you by email or phone
You’ll coordinate dive locations and scheduling
Orientation and planning are completed before diving

Exact dates and locations vary. Please refer to our Dive Calendar.

Eco-Conscious Diving

Deep environments are sensitive and often host slow-growing marine life. This course emphasizes controlled buoyancy, awareness, and responsible diving practices to protect these ecosystems.

How to Book

Ready to explore deeper dive sites with confidence?

📞 Call us at +1 (323) 641-7416 to:

confirm prerequisites
discuss dive location options
coordinate scheduling
learn more about specialty bundling

Search and Recovery Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

About Search and Recovery Specialty Course

Retrieve lost items that have fallen overboard or over a dock. Learn effective swimming patterns and using a lift bag for heavy objects.

Description

It happens: People accidentally drop things from docks, off boats or even while scuba diving. If you’ve ever lost something in the water and wanted to go find it, then the PADI Search and Recovery Diver Specialty course is for you. There are effective ways to search for objects underwater that increase your chances of success. And there are good and better methods to bring up small, large or just awkward items. Search and recovery can be challenging, but a whole lot of fun.

PADI (Junior) Advanced Open Water Divers who are at least 12 years old can enroll in the Search and Recover Diver course. PADI (Junior) Open Water Divers with a PADI Underwater Navigator certification also qualify.

Academic

Gathering information and resources, then carefully planning a search are the first important steps you learn. During four scuba dives you’ll practice:

Swimming search patterns using your compass and natural navigation.
Locating large and small objects using various search patterns.
Using a lift bag for large or heavy objects, plus other recovery methods.
Planning a search operation based on facts gathered about a lost object prior to the dive.

You may be able to get college credit for the Search and Recovery course – ask your instructor.

Also, the first dive of this PADI Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning credit.

Equipment

Besides your basic scuba equipment, you’ll need a compass and underwater slate. Your PADI Instructor may suggest other gear that may help with your searches, such as a dive light, marker buoys, lines and reels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I do after purchasing the Search and Recovery Specialty Course?

After you purchase the Specialty Course, an instructor will contact you according to your account via email or phone call. Then, you will schedule for meeting.

You will come to our dive shop on the scheduled day and will go through orientation, instuctions, and you will schedule further appointments for swimming pool and ocean dive sessions.

Boat Diver Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

Boat Diver Specialty Course

About Boat Diver Specialty Course

This course helps you expand your knowledge about boats from small inflatables to large liveaboards. You'll gain experience scuba diving by completing two dives from a boat.

Description

Much of the world’s best scuba diving is accessible only by boat. Whether you’ve never made a boat dive or you’ve logged dozens, the PADI Boat Diver Specialty course will benefit you because boats in various parts of the world do things differently. Scuba diving from a boat is fun and relatively easy because you usually descend directly onto your dive site.

If you’re a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver who is at least 10 years old, you can enroll in the Boat Diver course.

Academic

The PADI Boat Diver course will expand your knowledge about boats from small inflatables to large liveaboards. You’ll gain experience scuba diving by completing two dives from a boat in your local area and learn:

Boat terminology.
Boat diving procedures and etiquette, including how to enter and exit, and where to stow your gear.
Boating safety, including how to locate safety equipment.

Get credit! The first dive of this PADI Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning credit.

Equipment

Beyond using basic scuba equipment, you’ll want to have a surface signaling device, such as an inflatable signal tube. Having a complete spare parts kit is also a good idea. Your PADI Instructor may suggest additional equipment depending on what type of boat and where your boat diving adventures take you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I do after purchasing the Boat Diver Specialty Course?

After you purchase the Specialty Course, an instructor will contact you according to your account via email or phone call. Then, you will schedule for meeting.

You will come to our dive shop on the scheduled day and will go through orientation, instructions, and you will schedule further appointments for swimming pool and ocean dive sessions.

Specialty Diver Bundle

$500.00 USD $350.00 USD

Two PADI Specialties

Regular price: $350.00 USD
(2 Specialty Courses · $250 value each)

PADI Specialty Diver Bundle

This bundle allows certified divers to complete two PADI Specialty courses at a reduced rate. Each specialty earns an official PADI Specialty certification card and counts toward the Master Scuba Diver rating.

Specialties are completed on scheduled trips or by demand, depending on the course.

Course Details

Includes: 2 PADI Specialty Courses
Prerequisite: Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum Age: 15
Location: Southern California
Certification: 2 PADI Specialty Cards

Boat trips and dive locations vary by specialty and conditions.

Available Specialties

Divers may choose any two from the following:

How Specialties Are Scheduled

Regularly Offered (Local Trips)

These specialties can often be completed on regulator dives or standard boat trips:

Peak Performance Buoyancy
Deep Diver
Fish Identification
Underwater Navigation

Please take a look at our Dive Calendar for bookings.

By Demand / Special Trips

These specialties are scheduled once interest is confirmed and may require specific locations or timing:

Wreck Diver (including oil rigs)
Night Diver

Trips may be completed on smaller boats or during weekday evenings with an instructor.

Gear Requirements

Standard scuba gear is required for all specialties, including:

Mask, snorkel, fins
BCD and regulator
Exposure protection appropriate for Southern California (7mm recommended)
Dive computer
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)

Additional gear may be required depending on specialty, such as:

Dive light (night & wreck)
Reel or spool (wreck & navigation)
Cutting tool

Gear requirements will be confirmed prior to each specialty.

Full gear rentals are available for $85. Waived with purchase of personal gear (Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Boots and Gloves), BCD or Regulator.

What’s Included

Instructor-led specialty training
Required training dives per specialty
PADI Specialty certification cards

What’s Not Included

PADI eLearning / course materials (purchased separately per specialty)
Boat trips or charter fees
Specialty dive site fees
Gear rentals

How to Book

Purchase the Specialty Diver Bundle, then contact the shop to:

select your two specialties
coordinate scheduling
review prerequisites, gear, and eLearning

📞 (323) 641-7416

PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty Course

PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

Know Where You Are. Know Where You’re Going.

The PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty Course sharpens your navigation skills so you can dive with confidence and awareness. This course focuses on using natural references and compass techniques to help you move deliberately underwater and return accurately to your exit point.

It’s a foundational skill that improves safety, teamwork, and overall dive enjoyment.

Course Details

Dives Required: 3
Course Fee: $250
Prerequisite: PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum Age: 10 years
Certification: PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty

Dive locations vary based on conditions and scheduling.

Where This Course Is Conducted

Underwater Navigation training may be completed in multiple environments:

Local Shore Dives

Navigation skills are commonly practiced during local shore dives, where divers can apply compass and natural navigation techniques in real conditions.

Boat Dives

This specialty can also be completed on scheduled boat trips, allowing navigation practice in deeper or less familiar environments.

Pool Sessions (When Appropriate)

Certain skills may be introduced or refined in the pool before moving to open water.

Your instructor will select locations that best support learning and safety.

What You’ll Learn

During three scuba dives, you’ll practice:

Estimating distance underwater
Compass navigation with multiple turns
Navigating using natural references
Marking and relocating submerged objects
Creating simple underwater maps

The first dive of this specialty may count as an Adventure Dive toward the Advanced Open Water Diver certification.

Gear Requirements

Required Gear

Standard scuba equipment
Underwater compass
Underwater slate or wet notes
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)

Recommended / Specialty Gear

Marker buoy or line
Reel or spool (as advised by your instructor)

Full gear rentals are available. Specialty gear requirements will be confirmed prior to diving.

Specialty Bundle Option

This course is included in our Specialty Diver Bundle.

Complete any two PADI Specialty courses for $350 and receive:

2 PADI Specialty certification cards
Credit toward Master Scuba Diver

Available specialties include:
Peak Performance Buoyancy, Deep Diver, Underwater Navigation, Fish Identification, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, and Enriched Air (Nitrox).

Note:

PADI eLearning / course materials are not included
Boat trips, site fees, and gear rentals are not included

Course Flow

After purchase:

An instructor will contact you by email or phone
You’ll coordinate scheduling and dive locations
Orientation and skill review are completed before diving

Exact dates and locations vary. Please refer to our Dive Calendar.

How to Book

Ready to improve your navigation skills and dive with more confidence?

📞 Call us at (323) 641-7416 to:

confirm prerequisites
discuss scheduling options
learn more about specialty bundling

Sidemount Diver Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

About Sidemount Diver Specialty Course

A sidemount configuration (scuba tanks alongside of the diver) offers more flexibility and better steamlining options. Learn about the many benefits of diving with a sidemount configuration.

Description

Having scuba tanks on your back isn’t a requirement for exploring the underwater world. Many scuba divers have discovered the joy of mounting cylinders on their sides. Sidemount diving gives you flexibility and streamlining options. Plus, you don’t have to walk with heavy cylinders on your back – just enter the water, clip them on and go. Sound interesting? Sign up for the PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course.

If you’re a PADI Open Water Diver who is at least 15 years old, you can enroll in a PADI Sidemount Diver course.

Academic

Along with learning about the many benefits of diving with a sidemount configuration, during one confined water and three open water scuba dives you’ll learn how to:

Properly assemble and configure sidemount scuba diving equipment.
Trim your weight system and sidemount gear so you’re perfectly balanced in the water.
Manage gas by switching second stages as planned, if wearing two cylinders.
Respond correctly to potential problems when sidemount diving.

Get credit! The first dive of this PADI Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning credit.

Equipment

You’ll want to use your own mask, fins, snorkel and exposure suit. Your PADI Instructor will explain the sidemount equipment you’ll need, such as a BCD and harness configured for sidemount diving along with cylinders, each with a regulator and SPG.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I do after purchasing the Sidemount Diver Specialty Course?

After you purchase the Specialty Course, an instructor will contact you according to your account via email or phone call. Then, you will schedule for meeting.

You will come to our dive shop on the scheduled day and will go through orientation, instuctions, and you will schedule further appointments for swimming pool and ocean dive sessions.

Project AWARE Specialist Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

About Project AWARE Specialist Specialty Course

Uniting scuba divers and water enthusiasts to make a difference. By earning this certification, you'll be aware of the most pressing problems facing aquatic environments and how to protect them.

Description

Project AWARE’s philosophy is to mobilize a global force of scuba divers and water enthusiasts who care about protecting the world’s water resources and choose to make a difference – one dive at a time. By earning the Project AWARE Specialist certification, you’ll be aware of the most pressing problems facing vulnerable aquatic environments and know what everyday actions you can take to help protect them.

Anyone who has an interest in the aquatic world should take this course. There are no prerequisites, age restrictions or water sessions required for this non-diving specialty.

Academic

Through classroom discussions, you learn:

How Project AWARE unites scuba divers and water enthusiasts to make a difference.
About environmental issues in the ocean commons and coastal zones.
About fisheries challenges and sustainability problems.
What’s happening to coral reefs and reef inhabitants.
Your role in protecting aquatic environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I do after purchasing the Coral Reef Conservation Diver Specialty Course?

After you purchase the Specialty Course, an instructor will contact you according to your account via email or phone call. Then, you will schedule for meeting.

You will come to our dive shop on the scheduled day and will go through orientation, instuctions, and you will schedule further appointments for swimming pool and ocean dive sessions.

Coral Reef Conservation Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

About Coral Reef Conservation Specialty Course

Description

Everyone likes to scuba dive or snorkel in warm, clear water on a vibrant coral reef, yet many people know little about what they’re seeing or the importance of reef ecosystems. The Coral Reef Conservation Specialty course helps you appreciate the complexity of these habitats and teaches you how you can help conserve these vital systems.

Anyone who has an interest in the aquatic world can take this course. There are no prerequisites or age restrictions and no water sessions are required to earn this non-diving certification.

Academic

Through classroom discussions, you learn:

How coral reefs function and the complex nature of life on a reef.
Why coral reefs are so important.
Why many coral reefs are in serious trouble.
What you can do to prevent further decline.
How Project AWARE unites divers and water enthusiasts to make a difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I do after purchasing the Coral Reef Conservation Diver Specialty Course?

After you purchase the Specialty Course, an instructor will contact you according to your account via email or phone call. Then, you will schedule for meeting.

You will come to our dive shop on the scheduled day and will go through orientation, instuctions, and you will schedule further appointments for swimming pool and ocean dive sessions.

Advanced Rebreather Diver Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

About Advanced Rebreather Specialty Course

Dive in silence and train to dive as deep as 40 metres/130 feet. Learn about scrubbers, oxygen consumption and bailout requirements including how to configure a bailout cylinder system.

Description

If you’re interested in rebreathers for their silence and maximized no stop dive time, and are happy to stay within recreational diving depth limits, then the PADI Advanced Rebreather Diver course is for you. This course builds on your PADI Rebreather Diver certification by expanding your knowledge, adding a bailout cylinder, and training you to dive as deep as 40 metres/130 feet. If you aren’t a certified rebreather diver yet, no problem – ask your PADI Rebreather Instructor about combining the PADI Rebreather and Advanced Rebreather Diver courses.

To enroll in the PADI Advanced Rebreather Diver course, you must:

Be a PADI Open Water Diver, but you must earn a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification to become a PADI Advanced Rebreather Diver
Have a minimum of 30 logged dives
Are at least 18 years old

To dive deeper than 30 metres/100 feet, you must be a PADI Deep Diver.

Note that qualifying certifications from other diver training organizations may apply – ask your PADI Rebreather Instructor.

Academic

Through self-study and instructor-guided sessions, you’ll learn about scrubbers, oxygen consumption and bailout requirements, including how to configure a bailout cylinder system. Because rebreathers vary significantly, you’ll also study the manufacturer’s literature for the type of rebreather you’ll train on. During one confined water dive and four open water dives, you’ll practice bailout and other emergency procedures, as well as planning and executing deep rebreather dives.

Equipment

Beyond your mask, fins and exposure suit, plus collapsible snorkel, if you have one, your PADI Rebreather Instructor will advise you about the Type R rebreather you’ll use. Your instructor will also fit you with a bailout cylinder system with open-circuit regulator and SPG.

After certification, you’ll need to qualify if you want to use a different rebreather model because procedures vary with each model. However, you don’t need to repeat the entire course. Just take a PADI Rebreather Qualifier program that focuses on the knowledge and skills needed to use a different Type R rebreather model.

Your instructor will make sure that all Type R rebreathers used in PADI courses meet requirements, such as being third party tested and that manufacturers ensure their rebreathers meet a comprehensive list of requirements.
Interested in technical diving? The PADI Advanced Rebreather Diver course may credit toward the Tec 40 CCR Diver course on the same rebreather. For more information, find a PADI Dive Center or Resort that offers PADI TecRec courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I do after purchasing the Advanced Rebreather Diver Specialty Course?

After you purchase the Specialty Course, an instructor will contact you according to your account via email or phone call. Then, you will schedule for meeting.

You will come to our dive shop on the scheduled day and will go through orientation, instuctions, and you will schedule further appointments for swimming pool and ocean dive sessions.

Multilevel Diver Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

About Multilevel Diver Specialty Course

Description

In the old days, dive profiles were calculated from the surface down to a maximum depth, then back to the surface. Now, dive computers continually analyze your depth – giving you more bottom time for going shallower and allowing you to maximize your dive time. If you’d like to understand more about dive computers and learn how you can use tools like the eRDPML^TM to plan multilevel dives, then the Multilevel Diver Specialty course is for you.

If you’re a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver who is at least 12 years old, you can enroll in the Multilevel Diver course.

Academic

You'll review decompression theory as it relates to multilevel diving and dive computer models, and plan multilevel dives using the eRDPML. During the first of your two multilevel dives, you’ll plan and execute a two-level dive, and on the second dive, you’ll complete a three-level scuba dive.

Get credit! The first dive of this PADI Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning credit.

Equipment

Besides your basic scuba equipment, you’ll want to have your own dive computer and a slate to record dive information. Ask your PADI Instructor what additional equipment you may need for your multilevel scuba dives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I do after purchasing the Multilevel Diver Specialty Course?

After you purchase the Specialty Course, an instructor will contact you according to your account via email or phone call. Then, you will schedule for meeting.

You will come to our dive shop on the scheduled day and will go through orientation, instuctions, and you will schedule further appointments for swimming pool and ocean dive sessions.

PADI Fish Identification Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

Know What You’re Seeing Underwater

The PADI Fish Identification Specialty Course helps divers better understand and recognize marine life encountered on local dives. By learning how to identify fish families and key characteristics, you’ll gain more context and appreciation for each dive.

This course is ideal for divers who enjoy observing marine life and want to deepen their connection to the underwater environment.

Course Details

Dives Required: 2
Course Fee: $250
Prerequisite: PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum Age: 10 years
Certification: PADI Fish Identification Specialty

Dive locations vary based on conditions and scheduling.

Where This Course Is Conducted

Fish Identification dives are typically completed during local shore dives or boat trips, where a variety of marine life can be observed.

Local Shore Dives

Commonly conducted at sites with kelp forests and rocky reefs, ideal for observing resident fish species.

Boat Dives

This specialty may also be completed on scheduled boat trips, offering access to deeper reefs and diverse habitats.

Your instructor will select sites that support learning and safe observation.

What You’ll Learn

During two scuba dives, you’ll focus on:

Identifying characteristics of local fish families and species
Using fish identification cards and references
Conducting simple fish surveys
Observing marine life without disturbing habitats
Learning about Project AWARE and conservation practices

The first dive of this specialty may count as an Adventure Dive toward the Advanced Open Water Diver certification.

Gear Requirements

Required Gear

Standard scuba equipment
Underwater slate or wet notes
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)

Specialty Bundle Option

This course is included in our Specialty Diver Bundle.

Complete any two PADI Specialty courses for $350 and receive:

2 PADI Specialty certification cards
Credit toward Master Scuba Diver

Available specialties include:
Peak Performance Buoyancy, Deep Diver, Underwater Navigation, Fish Identification, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, and Enriched Air (Nitrox).

Note:

PADI eLearning / course materials are not included
Boat trips and gear rentals are not included

Course Flow

After purchase:

An instructor will contact you by email or phone
You’ll coordinate scheduling and dive locations
Orientation and course overview are completed before diving

Exact dates and locations vary. Please refer to our Dive Calendar.

Eco-Conscious Diving

Understanding marine life is a key part of protecting it. This course emphasizes observation, awareness, and low-impact diving techniques aligned with Project AWARE principles.

How to Book

Ready to recognize what you’re seeing underwater?

📞 Call us at (323) 641-7416 to:

confirm prerequisites
discuss scheduling options
learn more about specialty bundling

Diver Propulsion Vehicle Specialty Course

$250.00 USD

About Diver Propulsion Vehicle Specialty Course

Propel your way through the water and glide over reefs, buzz around a large wreck or weave through a kelp forest. You must be at least 12 years old and a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver or higher.

Description

DPVs offer a thrilling way for scuba divers to see a lot of underwater territory in a short amount of time. They scoot you through the water allowing you to glide over reefs, buzz around a large wreck or weave through a kelp forest. Whether making a shore or boat dive, a DPV is a great way to see more and have fun doing it.

If you’re at least 12 years old and a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver or higher, you can enroll in the PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle course.

Academic

The PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle course guides you in choosing the right DPV for you. You’ll make two dives and learn about:

Maintaining your DPV.
How to plan dives, including procedures for staying with your buddy.
DPV-handling skills, such as making proper descents and ascents.
Potential problems and ways to deal with them.

Get credit! The first dive of this PADI Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning credit.

Equiptment

Of course, you’ll need a DPV along with your basic scuba equipment. If you have your own DPV, your instructor will have you complete all your training using it. Ask your PADI Instructor which DPVs are available, and what other additional equipment you may need for your scuba diving exploration with a DPV.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What do I do after purchasing the Altitude Diver Specialty Course?

After you purchase the Specialty Course, an instructor will contact you according to your account via email or phone call. Then, you will schedule for meeting.

You will come to our dive shop on the scheduled day and will go through orientation, instuctions, and you will schedule further appointments for swimming pool and ocean dive sessions.