Who this course is for: - Any certified open water scuba diver who wishes to expand their diver knowledge and skill set - Any certified open water scuba diver who would like to advance in dive training - Any certified open water scuba diver who would like to experience an introduction to SDI specialties Course Prerequisites: - Minimum age 18, 10 with parental consent - SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent, SDI Junior Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent Note: Junior divers (10-15) can only take specialties approved for their age Limits for Junior Divers: - Deep Diving: Maximum depth for divers 10-15 is 21 metres​/​70 feet - Dry suit; minimum age 12 - Wreck: Limited penetration minimum age 15 What you can expect to learn: - An overview of the SDI Deep Diver and SDI Navigation Diver specialties - Basic insight to three other chosen specialties of your choice as an introduction to that specific area in diving Some of the in-water skills include: - Successfully perform skills listed for dive one of the three chosen specialties as well as both core specialties: Deep Diver open water dive, Test and check all equipment, Familiarization with dive site, Descend to planned depth, do not exceed any pre-planned limits, Dive according to plan at a depth limited to 30 metres​/​100 feet, Ascend to safety stop, Exit and log dive - Navigation open water dive: Establish a reference point, plan dive, and enter water from shore​/​boat, Practice out and back technique on surface, Squares and triangles on surface, Perform a square on the bottom, Perform a triangle on the bottom, Ascend to safety stop, Exit and log dive SDI Advanced Adventure Diver minimum requirements: - Satisfactorily complete the appropriate SDI Advanced Adventure Diver Knowledge Quests with a passing score of 80%, followed by 100% remediation by the Instructor - Complete all course requirements efficiently - Demonstrate mature and sound judgment concerning dive planning and execution

Course Name

SDI_Advanced_Adventure_Diver

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During the advanced course you will need to attend 1-2 Lake Murray Boat Charters to get to advanced dive training sites. Shore dives are included with the cost of the course. Lake Murray boat charters are an additional $50 per day for open water students.