PADI tec revolution unveils new sidemount diver specialty course
The growing popularity of sidemount diving may very well revolutionise the way recreational divers explore the underwater world, which is why the PADI organisation is expanding its tec course offerings to include the PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course. Launching in the third quarter of 2011, the PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course is yet another way PADI Tec Revolution is taking the dive industry by storm. Originating in the cave diving community, the
advantages of sidemount diving have generated a surge in interest among recreational divers. While a PADI Sidemount Diver Distinctive Specialty has been available for more than 10 years, the organisation is now mainstreaming the course to meet growing demand. Diving with a sidemount configuration – that is, with cylinders positioned on diver’s sides instead of on the back – allows for easier equipment transportation when topside, reduced lower back strain and a redundant gas supply. Mark Caney, Vice President of Rebreather
Technologies in the PADI Technical Diving Division said, “Sidemount diving was first thought of as a way of allowing better access to certain types of underwater caves. But a lot of divers have discovered that, when carrying two or more cylinders, it makes sense to do so on the hips rather than the back. Personally, I far prefer it. Cylinders can be carried separately on land and removed and replaced in the water, if needed, valves are easily accessible underwater, and it’s easier to assemble a tec rig when travelling. Add the ability to finely control your trim underwater and this is a winning combination, making the PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course a perfect fit into the PADI TecRec course line-up.” Equipment manufacturers are meeting increased
recreational diver demand with dedicated buoyancy control devices, harnesses and regulator configurations for sidemount diving. Soon, with the PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course, recreational divers can easily obtain the training necessary to safely enjoy the benefits of sidemount configurations. The PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course will
provide structured training for recreational divers learning to use equipment in this configuration. Knowledge development and practical application will be included, allowing divers to learn how to properly set-up and configure sidemount kits. Divers will also participate in a series of open water training sessions to learn how to get the most out of this approach to diving. For more information regarding the PADI Tec
Revolution and upcoming PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course, email
mark.caney@
padi.co.uk. For more information regarding the PADI Tec Revolution, including the upcoming Tec Xplor events around the globe, visit
tecrec.padi.com
Diving in Portugal
Ever thought about diving in Portugal? No? Think twice. www.
portugaldiving.com is a new dive website with articles about places to dive in Portugal, illustrated with photographs by Alexandre Grácio, one of the top underwater photographers of the country. Portugal has nearly 1 250km of coast, eleven islands as well as marine reserves with very different underwater environments, making it undoubtedly the best country to dive in Europe. The website’s team members are experienced divers and travellers who will constantly be adding new articles and providing a free advice service for those who plan to visit and dive in Portugal.
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