Self-Reliant Diver
We always recommend diving with a buddy as the default for diving, but also recognize that there are special circumstances which may make that impossible or undesirable. In those situations, being properly trained, with the right equipment and right attitude can make independant diving an acceptable and enjoyable course of action.
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With proper training, equipment and the right attitude to accept the risks involved in independent diving, an experience diver can responsibly engage in dives without a buddy. Self-reliant diving is an adventure activity that is not for everyone, but does have its place. If you have the mental discipline and commitment to learn and follow self-reliant diving techniques, you'll bolster your skills and confidence when diving alone, in a dive pair or as part of a team. The techniques and skills you learn as a certified self-reliant diver translate immediately to Rec-tec and technical diving.
COURSE REQUIRENTS:
Certification Level: Advanced Open Water
Age: at least 18 years of age
Experience: you need at least 100 LOGGED dives to enroll in this course
EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Surface marker buoy (SMB) or lift bag with at least 100 ft. of line
Redundant gas source (pony bottle, dual tanks with isolation, or sidemount)
Redundant dive computer or depth gauge & bottom timer
Redundant surface signaling devices (visual and audible)
Compass
Knife or cutting tool
slate and pencil
backup mask (recommended)
NOTE: Aqua Safaris ALWAYS offers discounts on gear purchased while taking a course with us. Before you roll the dice on-line, check out what we can do for you.