Self-Reliant Diver

An introduction to self-reliant diving, developing the skills, knowledge and techniques to rely on themselves first. This course covers dive planning, life support system readiness, adaptive training, equipment and responsibility.

• The value and application of the buddy system
• The philosophy of, and motivation for, diving without a buddy - including conservation purposes e.g. solo Dive Against Debris opportunities
• Potential risks of diving alone, and how to manage those risks
• The value of equipment redundancy and what back-up equipment is needed
• Dive planning and management