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Deep and Wreck

This course combines training in two activities that, in our area, seem to go hand in hand.

Deep Diving: Any time you exceed a depth of 60 feet, you are making what experts consider to be a deep dive. Deep dives entail risks and hazards that are not present on shallow-water dives. They require specialized planning and emergency procedures. The are something for which no beginning scuba course can adequately prepare you.

To better prepare you for the rewards deeper diving offers (such as access to some of the best wrecks), this course not only covers planning and procedures, but also equipment and opportunities.

Wreck Diving: The wrecks of the Gulf coast draw divers from all over the world. We are fortunate enough to live within an easy drive. The bottom line? If you are going to dive this area, you are going to dive wrecks.

There is more to wreck diving, however, than just being a tourist. Wrecks pose some unique risks and hazards you need to understand how to avoid. And, if you really want to get the most from diving a wreck, you need to know how to unearth its history and heritage.

Who Can Learn? This course has the following prerequisites:

Be at least 12 years old.
Possess a minimum of Open Water Diver certification.
Be able to either answer No to all of the questions on the RSTC Medical History form, or secure a physician’s approval prior to taking part.

What is Involved? This course consists of two classroom/pool sessions. If you would like to receive a Specialty Diver certification for this course, you must also complete two open-water training dives. Your instructor will have details.

Where Do You Learn? All training takes place right here at Harry’s Dive Shop (get directions). We are among the few dive centers in the country with our own indoor, heated swimming pool. This 16-foot-deep pool was designed specifically for diver training. It provides unbeatable convenience and enjoyment.

When Can You Learn? This course takes just a single evening. Choose from Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday schedules. Each session meets from 6:00 until approximately 9:30 pm. Available starting dates include:

Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Monday, September 17, 2012
Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Please be aware that, while we make every effort to keep our listings accurate and up to date, you should always call the store to confirm starting dates and times.