SDI Inactive Diver/Refresher Program - Been out of the water for some time? (180€)
The SDI Inactive Diver/Refresher Program is designed to update and review the knowledge and skills of divers who have been away from the water. It also serves as a catalyst for continuing education programs.
Who Is This Course For?
👥 Inactive Certified Divers: For divers who have not dived for some time and wish to review scuba skills and academic knowledge before returning to the water.
What You Will Learn:
🔷 Dive Planning:
- Review equalization techniques, communication signals, and basic physiology.
- Refresh your skills in how to conduct dives and the use of a dive computer.
🔷 Equipment Skills:
- Practice assembling your scuba system, adjusting weights, and defogging your mask.
- Remember proper donning techniques for the scuba system and safe entry into the water.
🔷 In-Water Techniques:
- Learn controlled descents and ascents, with the use of a computer, regulator clearing and recovery, and mask clearing.
- Retrain buoyancy control and hovering skills
🔷 Rescue & Emergency Procedures:
- Practice gas-sharing ascents and handle various underwater emergency scenarios.
🔷 Post-Dive Tasks:
- Perform a complete disassembly of your system and log your dive accurately.
What’s In It For You?
✅ Independent Diving: Upon completion, you can dive without direct supervision—provided your dive activities, locations, and conditions are similar to those in training.
*Note: Junior divers (ages 10–14) must participate in diving activities with a parent, guardian, or dive professional.
The SDI e-Learning materials are accessible in multiple languages. At B&W Diving, we are pleased to provide in-person dive training in English, French, Spanish, and Japanese. Please note that comprehension of the training language is crucial for effective learning and maintaining safety throughout your course.
Duration:
It normally takes 1 in water training dive. For an additional 20€, you can enjoy an extra dive, allowing you to apply and reinforce the skills you’ve just learned in a real diving environment!
What Is Included?
At B&W Diving, we are committed to transparent pricing with no hidden fees. This program includes:
- Land transport from the dive center to the dive site and return when applicable
- Dive Equipment: including mask, wetsuit, boots, fins, backplate/wing, regulators, dive computer, cylinders, and weights
Please note, the following is not included:
- E-Learning Materials
- Diver Registration Fee with training agency
- Certification Fee
- Nitrox 32% fills
- Ferry Fees, if applicable
- Boat Trips
- Meals & Beverages
Prerequisites:
✔️ Have proof of an SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent from a recognized dive training organization OR ✔️ SDI Junior Open Water Scuba Diver certification or equivalent from a recognized dive training organization.
✔️Medically Fit*
- Medically Fit - In Malta, all divers are required to complete a medical questionnaire. Contact us for more information at blackandwhitediving@gmail.com
Cancellation Policy:
We understand that unexpected changes can occur, but due to the logistical arrangements involved, the following cancellation fees apply:
- Cancellations made within 24 hours of the scheduled program will incur in a 100% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations made within 48 hours of the scheduled program will incur in a 50% cancellation fee.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please inform us as early as possible so we can assist you accordingly and try to accommodate your request.
Refresh your diving skills, regain your confidence, and prepare to return safely to the underwater world with the SDI Inactive Diver/Refresher Program.