Divers can learn valuable skills through a Dive Specialty. A Specialty allows divers to make an impact on every dive. This type of diver is often specialized in an area and can specialize in a specific kind of equipment. Enriched Air Nitrox EANx (Boat Diving) and Deep Scuba are examples of these specialties. Below are more details about these diving specialties.
Enriched Air Nitrox
You can learn more about the benefits of enriched air by becoming a PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox). The specialty course includes independent study, practical exercises, and two optional nitrox dives. The course can either be completed online or offline. You will need to have a tank that meets the special oxygen service standards for this specialty.
Underwater Photography
Divers who enjoy taking pictures will find diving a great way expand their knowledge and skills. Unterwasser photography is one of the many diving specialty. You will learn the basics and techniques for underwater photography in this course. Additionally, you will learn about composition and underwater lighting. You will also learn how to properly photograph underwater subjects and proper etiquette. You can learn more about underwater photography by taking the PADI ELearning Course.
Boat Diving
Whether you're just starting out on your diving adventure or are interested in a new challenge, the PADI Boat Diver Specialty Course will teach you the basics of boat diving. This course will teach you about diving boats, proper etiquette and entry and exit procedures. It also teaches you how to pack your gear for the trip. Learn about boat safety, how to deal with emergencies while out on the water, and more.
Deep Scuba
There are many Deep Scuba diving specialty. Advanced Diver certification is for certified divers. They can also go deeper. Deep Scuba divers should be familiar with the effects pressure and breathing have on their bodies. They are more susceptible to injury at deeper depths. It is important that they learn how to safely plan and execute deep dives. Some specialties are more difficult than others. But, certification requires a few prerequisites.
Underwater Navigation
Navigation is a critical skill in scuba diving. You need to know how to navigate underwater. Navigation is essential for divers, and it's important to know how the compass works correctly. You can practice underwater navigation in many ways, including using the compass and natural references.