Introducing a diver to the benefits of controlling his buoyancy usually has a great positive effect, an effect that will enhance the diver’s sense of enjoyment and feeling of accomplishment. This specialty is designed to increase the open water diver’s understanding of the factors that influence buoyancy, and to train the diver how to use the means available to him as methods for controlling his buoyancy. The added benefits to the marine and freshwater environments, cannot be overstated; as well as a diver that has better control of himself in conjunction with his environment.

Duration:
2 Days

Logistics:
3 Long shore dives

The program includes various dry runs practicing body position and propulsion tecniques that will feed your muscle memory.
You will be introduced to the scuba configuration and land drill trim and propulsion, together with different buoyancy skill. From every water session you will have direct feedback from your instructor taking advantages of video and underwater communication devises. After every dive you will go through video sessions in the classroom with your instructor who will show what and how to improve your performance.

The minimum required equipment is:

– Scuba tank
– Buoyancy compensator (best if it includes a back plate w/back mounted wings or a side-mount harness rather than a classic BCD).
– Regulators
– Wet suit
– Fins & mask
– Weights
– Bottom timer device + dive planning tables or dive computer

Tanks and weights are included in the price, all the rest of the equipment can be rent at the dive center with a 30% off.

Advanced Buoyancy Control Program Price List

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