If you’re new to boat diving or want to learn more about diving from different types of boats, enroll in the PADI® Boat Diver course.
During two dives with an instructor you’ll learn nautical terminology, boat diving etiquette and may practice using lines and/or deploy a surface marker buoy (SMB).
The PADI Boat Diver specialty course is a two-dive course that teaches you the skills and knowledge you need to dive safely from boats.
The course covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Boat diving etiquette and safety procedures.
- Entry and exit techniques for different types of boats.
- Communication and signaling with other divers and the boat crew.
- Managing equipment and dive gear on a boat.
- Diving in currents and other challenging conditions.
The course is typically conducted over one day and includes both classroom instruction and open water dives.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be certified as a PADI Boat Diver. This certification allows you to dive from boats of all sizes, from small inflatables to large liveaboards.
Who Can Enroll
| Age | At least 18 years old |
| Medical Fitness | You may be required to fill out a medical questionnaire and, if necessary, get a medical clearance from a physician to ensure you are fit for scuba diving. |
