If you've ever wondered what it's like to breathe underwater, the Scuba Discovery course is the perfect choice. In this diving experience amidst the breathtaking waters of Arraial do Cabo, you'll receive a quick and easy introduction to exploring the underwater world.
This course is for:
Those who would like to experience the underwater world
Those who would prefer an introductory diving course before enrolling in the Open Water Scuba Diver course!
Prerequisites:
Minimum age of 18 years, 10 years with parental consent
Demonstrate appropriate swimming skills and comfort in the water
During this program, the following topics will be covered... and much more!
Aquatic environment
Marine environment
Marine life you'll encounter at the dive site
Basic overview of physics/physiology and how it relates to diving
Buoyancy
Pressure
Equalization techniques
Assembling scuba equipment
Underwater communications
Complete the SDI Open Water Scuba Diver course.
Some of the in-water skills to be performed include:
Pre-dive check
Surface weight removal
Ear equalization
Use of the buoyancy control device (BCD)
Manual inflation
Oral inflation
Buoyancy control
Controlled ascents and descents
Regulator use
Breathing, clearing, and recovery
Mask clearing
Underwater swimming: proper use of fins
Computer use
Instrumentation use
Underwater communications.
