Drysuit

Course Overview

The Drysuit course teaches you to safely and comfortably dive in a drysuit, extending your diving season and increasing comfort in cold water. You will learn the theory of drysuit diving, suit selection, donning/doffing, buoyancy control, and emergency procedures. The course combines eLearning, a confined water session, and at least two open water dives under direct instructor supervision.

Quality over Quantity — the focus is on safe, correct procedures, equipment care, and hands-on practice. You will demonstrate competence in all required skills before certification.

Course Details

  • Course Name: Drysuit
  • Course Level: Specialty (Equipment/Exposure)
  • Min. Age: 15 years
  • Duration: 1 day (theory + practical)
  • Max Depth: Per diver’s core certification
  • Setting: Confined & Open Water
  • Price: XXX

What You Will Learn

  • Drysuit types, features, and selection
  • Donning, doffing, and care of drysuits
  • Buoyancy control and trim with a drysuit
  • Emergency procedures (floods, stuck inflator, uncontrolled ascent)
  • Suit maintenance and storage
  • Environmental awareness and cold-water safety

Logistics & Prerequisites

Included:

  • Digital learning materials (Drysuit module)
  • Confined water session and at least two open water dives
  • Certification (eCard) after passing
  • Use of drysuit and undergarment for course dives (if available)

Not Included:

  • Rental base equipment (BCD, reg, fins, etc.) — All rental gear is not included in the price
  • Gases and fills

Requirements:

  • Min age: 15 years
  • Certification: Open Water 20 or equivalent
  • Medical: Fit for diving, medical questionnaire completed
  • Registration: Complete online registration and documentation before practical session

Training Schedule

  1. Theory: Complete e-learning module and quiz
  2. Confined Water: Drysuit donning, doffing, and basic skills
  3. Open Water: At least two open water dives (buoyancy, emergency drills, comfort)
  4. Assessment: Demonstrate all required skills and pass the final knowledge review

Notes:

  • Instructor/student ratio: 1:2
  • Certification is awarded upon successful demonstration of all skills and knowledge
  • Drysuit training is highly recommended for all cold-water divers

Pro Tip / Note

Always check your seals and valves before every dive. Practice emergency procedures in shallow water and never dive a new suit without a proper orientation session.