WRECK DIVER
Whether purpose-sunk as an artificial reef for scuba divers, or lost as the result of an accident, wrecks are fascinating windows to the past. Ships, airplanes and even cars are fascinating to explore and usually teem with aquatic life. Each wreck dive offers a chance for discovery, potentially unlocking a mystery or spying something others have missed. The PADI Wreck Diver Specialty course is popular because it offers rewarding adventures while observing responsible wreck diving practices.
PREREQUISITES:
- Participants must be 15 years of age or older
- PADI Adventure Diver or Advanced certification or equivalent
COURSE STRUCTURE:
- 4 open water dives
- Review and briefing at open water dive site
- Develop your practical knowledge of the underwater wreck environment
- Raise your awareness of the historical value of wrecks and social and legal issues surrounding that value
- Enable you to plan, organize and prevent problems on your wreck dives
OPEN WATER DIVING:
Four open water dives with a certified PADI instructor are required to complete the PADI Altitude Diver course.
MATERIALS REQUIRED:
Wreck Diver E-Learning - $147.00*
* Discounted course fee is based on purchasing necessary materials directly from UWP.
COURSE FEE: $150.00
INCLUDED:
- Two open water dives with a certified PADI instructor
- Tanks, wetsuit, weights and weight belt for open water dives
- 10% discount on all diving equipment purchased during your term as a student
NOT INCLUDED:
- BCD, regulator, computer, etc. for the open water dives (but may be rented)
- Transportation, meals and accommodations for the open water dives
- Entry fees for open water dive locations
WRECK DIVER COURSE:
**No classroom or pool sessions required**
Learn how to safely penetrate and explore the variety of wrecks found all over the world. To discover a wreck and explore its contents is like reliving the past, and wreck diving is one of the most fascinating experiences found underneath the surface.