Course Content
The
course
consists
of
a
knowledge
development
session
&
3
Open water dives which will cover:
•
Planning,
organization,
procedures,
techniques,
problems
& hazards of underwater navigation
•
Methods of estimating distances underwater
•
Natural navigation techniques
•
Using underwater navigation patterns
•
Dive site relocation techniques
•
Compass navigation techniques
Knowledge Development
Knowledge
Development
is
based
on
a
self-study
method,
allowing
you
to
study
in
your
own
time,
at
your
own
pace.
Home
study
is
backed
up
by
an
academic
session
with
a
PADI
Instructor,
to ensure full understanding of theory
Open Water Dives
Students
must
complete
3
Open
Water
dives
to
certify
as
a
PADI
Underwater
Navigator.
During
these
dives
you
will
cover
distance
estimation
using
both
time
&
kick
cycle
techniques,
correct
compass
usage
and
natural/compass
navigation
to
navigate
predetermined courses
Prerequisites:
PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent certification)
Minimum age: 10 years old