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    PADI Boat Diver Specialty Course in Avalon, Catalina Island

    Build your boat-diving skills over two dives with an instructor

    Duration

    8 hrs

    Includes

    2 dives, Instructor

    Highlights

    Explore diving from different types of boats in a specialty course for divers new to boat diving or looking to learn more. During your two instructor-led dives, you may practice using lines or deploying a surface marker buoy.

    • Learn nautical terminology used aboard dive boats
    • Discover boat-diving etiquette

    Important details

    • Ages 10+ only.
    • Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification required.
    • Participation under the influence of drugs or alcohol is not allowed.
    • Complete the online learning or course manual.
    • Bring basic scuba gear and a surface signaling device, such as an inflatable signal tube or surface marker buoy.

    Cancellation Policy

    No penalty for cancellations at least 7 days before. From 48 hours to 7 days before, rebooking will be attempted; a fee may apply. No refunds within 48 hours or if you lack certification, have a safety issue, or arrive under the influence of drugs or alcohol. No-shows are charged full price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: 3QXWG8

    FAQs

    Yes. Consider bringing a spare parts kit for your boat dives.

    Meeting details

    Catalina Divers Supply, Green Pleasure Pier, Avalon

    Experience provided by Catalina Divers Supply

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    Diver Specialty SOLO

    $306.34

    Ages 10+

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    $236.38

    Ages 10+

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