Introduction to Cave
his course follows the cavern diver class as the second step in the development of safe techniques for cave diving. The basis of this course is aimed at perfecting skills taught in the cavern-diving program, as well as instruction in additional techniques and procedures required for the most elementary of cave dives. The dives are planned around limited penetrations, so the diver can progress into cave diving at a conservative pace. The introduction to cave diving course does not train divers for all facets of cave diving.
The course fee includes all instruction, four cave dives (site fees extra), and certification card.
Minimum age: 15 years with parental consent
Availability: Contact us for booking information
What is included:
- Academic sessions
- Confined water sessions
- Certification card and digital certification card
Prerequisites:
- Certified Cavern Diver or Wreck Diver
- Proof of at least 30 logged dives (at least 10 dives post Cavern certification)
- Proof of previous skill competency in the pool
- Buoyancy proficiency with equipment that will be used on dives
Student responsibilities:
- Provides ALL scuba equipment
- Pays site entry fees
- Purchases Student Manual/Workbook
Required equipment:
- Primary reel
- Safety reel
- Jump spool
- Line markers
- REMs (referencing exit marker) and or cookies
- Two separate regulator systems:
- Dual outlet valve (H Valve) on primary cylinder with primary and alternate regulators OR standard valve on primary cylinder and another cylinder with a separate regulator.
- Harness or BC that is capable of providing adequate lift and proper gear configuration
- Primary light (minimum 1200 lumens)
- Two backup lights
- Wet notes or wrist slates
- Dive computer capable of decompression