 The PADI Advanced Course is your next step into the underwater world after Open Water Certification. On completion of this course you will be certified as a PADI Advanced Diver. Once comfortable with basic skills divers want to conquer new tasks, see different creatures and journey into diverse environments.
For the Winter of 2008 (June, July, August) we have discounted this excellent value dive course and packaged it with some of the best accommodation in Byron. WE have given you the choice of the Cape Byron YHA or the Byron Central Apartments. Both are clean, quiet, well priced and located right next door to Sundive. Sundive is itself conveniently located right in the centre of Byron and only 200m from the Main Beach.
Cost: From $429.00
Includes:
Accommodation
* 2 Nights accommodation at the Cape Byron YHA (http://www.capebyronhostel.com.au/ )
* This is Byron's best hostel accommodation. Its quiet, clean, and relaxed.
* The YHA is conveniently located on site with the dive shop and right in the middle of town.
* Both Sundive and the YAH are located only 200m from the Clarkes Beach
* Additional nights are available at a discounted rate, please enquire when booking.
Accomodation Upgrade:
* If you are looking for something more private than a hostel we also offer self-contained apartments.
* These are provided by the Byron Central Apartments (http://www.byroncentral.com/index.htm )
* Also located next door to Sundive, they are conveniently located right in town and 200m to the Beach.
* These apartments are available at 15% off RRP.
* These apartments are priced subject to availability. Enquire when booking.
The Advanced Course
The five dives we have selected for this course are the Deep, Navigation, Naturalist, Drift and Boat Dives. During this course classroom time is kept to a minimum as the emphasis of this course is on practical application of dive theory.
The Deep dive will train you to dive a little deeper, to 30m. We therefore brush up on your theory and skills to make sure you are comfortable down there!
The Navigation Dive will give you a little more practise in compass navigation and natural navigation. You should then find it easier to find your way around and estimate distance.
The Naturalist Dive will allow you to understand the underwater world a little better. A little information on species classification and biology is most helpful. We will show you critters you often swim past but never actually see! We have several biologists on staff to assist your understanding in this area.
The Drift Dive is a little theory on the practical aspects of diving in current. Gear requirements and dive techniques will be covered here.
The Boat Dive is a little theory on boat terminology and equipment. We generally plan this as your first advanced dive. This will allow you to become familiar with our RIBs (rigid inflatable boat), dive environment and dive equipment. Many divers finish their Open Water course having participated in shore entries only. Many divers have never dived off small boats. This dive is therefore a useful inclusion.
Prerequisites
You must be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver or have a qualifying certification from another training organisation.
Cost includes all gear hire and certification and advanced manual.
Duration & Schedule
3 days minimum.
Course involves 5 ocean dives.
Courses commence daily.
Course Structure
The two core dives are the Deep Dive and Navigation Dive.
The elective dives available are the Boat Dive, Naturalist Dive, and Drift Dive.
We recommend no more than 2 dives per day.
Each dive requires you to complete a knowledge review. This theory aspect is done in the student s own time.
The Night Dive is not available in Winter due to restrictions from the Marine Part Authority
Diving Medical
A medical is not required for Advanced Certification. You must advise us of any medical condition when booking.
Students are required to complete a medical history checklist. If any of the items on the checklist are applicable then a medical will then be required.
Please advise us when booking if you have any medical condtions.
Passport Photos
Two passport photos are required per student.
THERE ARE NO OTHER COSTS OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED ON THIS PAGE. NO REEF TAX! NO FUEL TAX!
THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL FIND THE BEST VALUE DIVE COURSE IN AUSTRALIA WITH WORLD CLASS DIVING!
If you have any questions regarding this excellent package please call or email us. Our professional and friendly staff are only to happy to help.
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