Technical DPV Course
Duration: 2.5 Hours
Dives: 4 Ocean
Age: 18+
Course Highlights
- Safe handling of DPV
- Team formations and gas planning
- Emergency procedures (Disabled, Flooded, Runaway DPV)
Prerequisites
- Open Water Diver or equivalent certification
- 18 years or older
- 25 logged dives
What You Learn
- Operate DPVs safely with proper trim and tow cord positions
- Coordinate effectively with dive teams and manage gas sharing
- Handle DPV emergencies, including towing a team member and dealing with a flooded or runaway DPV
HOW TO BEGIN?


Self-Study
Choose your preferred self-study option: receive a comprehensive course manual or detailed instructions via email to begin your learning journey. Study at your own pace before arrival to ensure you’re well-prepared. Once on-site, you’ll join classroom sessions with your instructor to review the material, clarify concepts, and solidify your knowledge, setting the stage for successful hands-on training.
Self-Study time commitment: 8-10 hours

With Your Instructor
Engage in practical, hands-on training with your instructor. You’ll develop and refine essential skills, covering everything from equipment setup to advanced diving techniques. Your instructor will guide you through real-world scenarios, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dive independently. This immersive training builds your confidence and competence, equipping you to safely and efficiently explore the underwater world.
Diving time commitment: 2.5 Days
COURSE DETAILS
Includes: DPV equipment
Excludes: Nitrox Options & Other Equipment