Prerequisites: Essentials Diver, Deep, Nitrox, Dive Medical, Insurance
You will learn to plan and execute decompression dives to a maximum depth of 45 meters and to use Nitrox mixtures and oxygen for faster decompression.
Duration: 2 theory sessions, 4-6 dives, at least 120 minutes of bottom time, approx. 3-4 days, incl. Nitrox deco gases
Additional costs: Learning materials, certification €89, gases, entry fees, rental equipment if applicable
IANTD Philosophy
The International Association of Nitrox and Technical Divers has been a pioneer in technical diver training for over 30 years. As the first international diving association, IANTD brought nitrox and suitable trimix diving into recreational diving to reduce nitrogen narcosis. IANTD offers excellent training programs and instructors for both open circuit and CCR (rebreather) divers.
Many tech diving courses include phases of instruction and phases of personal training.
We will start by diving, and then we will develop a training plan that will take you where you want to go.
The pricing of technical diving courses differs from that of recreational diving courses. There is a pricing structure for Tec Beginner diving courses, but this is not effective for advanced or trimix courses.
Many tech diving courses include phases of instruction and phases of personal training.
We will start by diving, and then we will develop a training plan that will take you where you want to go.
Equipment:
Double tanks at least D12 or equivalent, or sidemount configuration.
Long hose (at least 150 cm) / neckless or suitable configuration.
80 Cuft stage with regulator, 2 suitable dive computers or 1x computer 1x bottom timer, 1x SMB/lift bag at least 12L, 1x spool/reel at least 45 meters, 1x cutting tool,
1x slate/wetnotes, spare mask (personalized equipment)
If we are not familiar with your training level, a check-out dive is mandatory to assess your current skill level.
Appointment overview
Important Notes on Our Diving Courses
To go diving, you must be healthy. If you can answer all of the medical questions below with no, then you can go straight into the water. If not, then you need a diving medical certificate from a doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are you currently suffering from an ear infection?
2. Have you had ear diseases, hearing loss or balance disorders in the past?
3. Have you had surgical interventions on your ears or sinuses in the past?
4. Are you currently suffering from a cold, gastrointestinal illness, sinusitis or bronchitis?
5. Have you had breathing difficulties, serious bouts of hay fever or allergies or lung diseases in the past?
6. Have you had a pneumothorax (collapsed lung), diseases or surgical interventions in the chest area in the past?
7. Do you suffer from active asthma, emphysema or tuberculosis?
8. Are you currently taking medication that contains warnings about any impairment of your mental or psychological abilities?
9. Do you suffer from behavioral problems or disorders of the central nervous system?
10. Are you or could you be pregnant?
11. Do you have an artificial bowel?
12. Have you had heart disease, a heart attack, heart surgery or blood vessel surgery in the past?
13. Have you had or do you currently have high blood pressure, angina or are you taking blood pressure-regulating medication?
14. Are you over 45 years old and are there cases of heart attacks or strokes in your family?
15. Have you had or do you suffer from bleeding or other blood problems?
16. Do you suffer from diabetes?
17. Have you had seizures, fainting spells, convulsions, epilepsy in the past or are you taking medication to prevent them?
18. Do you have problems with your back, arms or legs as a result of surgical interventions, injuries or fractures?
19. Do you suffer from panic attacks, agoraphobia or claustrophobia?
If you can answer all these questions with no, then jump into the water!
1. I currently have a cold (blocked nose).
2. I have/had respiratory problems or diseases.
3. I have/had asthma, tuberculosis, or emphysema.
4. I currently have an ear infection.
5. I frequently experience ear problems, diseases, or have had ear surgeries.
6. I have/had a sinus condition.
7. I have significant trouble equalizing the pressure in my ears in the mountains/on an airplane.
8. I am diabetic.
9. I have/had heart conditions (e.g., cardiovascular diseases, angina pectoris, heart attack).
10. I suffer from dizziness, fainting, or other seizures.
I suffer from a nervous system dysfunction.
11. I suffer from behavioral disorders or mental/psychological disorders (panic attacks, claustrophobia).
12. I have/had back problems or a spinal injury.
13. I am currently taking medication(s) that contain a warning that they may impair physical or mental performance (with the exception of anti-malarial medication).
14. I have recently had an illness or surgery.
15. I am currently receiving medical treatment or have a chronic illness.
If you can answer all these questions with no, then jump in the water!
When diving, it is important to be able to read your instruments well. Your glasses do not fit under the diving mask.
If you have a significant visual impairment, you can order a diving mask with prescription lenses from us. If you wear contact lenses, you must close your eyes when you remove your mask underwater.
If you have specific diving interests, then take a look to see if there's a specialty course for you.
For example, if you'd like to photograph or film underwater, are interested in wrecks or sidemount, or simply want to improve your buoyancy. Maybe there's something there for you.
If you want to start a Tec diving course, you will definitely need a valid diving medical certificate and diving insurance (DAN, Aquamed, etc.). For the Advanced Nitrox or higher, you'll need the Deep and Nitrox certifications, and of course, the recommended equipment for the course. You can also rent some of this equipment from us.
