PADI Wreck Diver

Scuba diving around a wreck makes for an interesting dive, but add a little more excitement and explore the inside with our PADI Wreck Diver Specialty course.   

You will be introduced to limited wreck penetration and line-laying with specialist equipment, you are taught the fundamental principles of planning and executing safe and enjoyable wreck dives. With the emphasis on safety, your Instructor will help you to learn several methods of wreck navigation, along with propulsion and buoyancy techniques to avoid the hazards of silt in an overhead environment. 

Wreck Diver Pre-Requisites

• Minimum age 15.
• Students must be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver, PADI Junior Open Water Diver or have a qualifying certification from another training organisation.
• All participants must download and complete the PADI Medical Disclaimer Form prior to participation. Any pre-existing medical conditions highlighted on this form will require medical clearance before we can allow you to take part.

Course Fee
WRECK DIVER COURSE £320pp

What's included?
The course fee includes main equipment hire, air, tuition, PADI eLearning theory, PADI Certification fee. Not entry fees to inland dive sites.

Course Duration
4 Open Water Dives - 2 Days at a UK inland dive site

How do I sign up? 

• Download, complete and email the PADI Medical Disclaimer Form to info@jcscuba.net. 
• Pay your non-refundable deposit to secure your place. Balance payment is required prior to going to open water. (Any discounts are applied at the end of your chosen course).
• Once your order comes through we will check the calendar and advise you of our next available start date.  

What will I do?

• The planning, organisation, procedures, techniques, problems and hazards of wreck diving
• The preparation and use of lights, air supplies, special equipment, penetration lines and reels
• Limited visibility diving techniques and emergency procedures

Knowledge Development is based on a self-study method, allowing you to study in your own time, at your own pace, backed up by an academic session with a PADI Instructor, to ensure full understanding of wreck diving theory. 

Open Water Dives Students must complete four open water dives to certify as a PADI Wreck Diver. During these dives you will navigate and map a wreck identifying hazards, points of interest and potential penetration points. Prior to planning and executing an actual penetration dive you will practice line deployment/retrieval, finning techniques and correct line contact.