The activity of scuba is already very accessible for well able bodied people, much more than for instance any ball sports or athletics, so for a person with physical or slight mental disabilities scuba diving is actually not such a far fetched idea.
The scuba programs offered here are all recreational levels according to IAHD standards. After completion you receive an internationally recognized certification card that enables you to dive anywhere in the world within the limits set out by your certification level.
Being a diver means you are part of a global tight knit community and have opened up your world to a whole lot more possibilities. During your training you may overcome boundaries & have a 100% guaranteed good time! Divers travel, have meet-ups and develop side interest related to to the sport. Get diving today!
LEVEL 1 |
LEVEL 2 |
As a level 1 diver you will learn all the ins and outs to safely prepare your gear, go dive & handle yourself to dive to a maximum depth of 12m (supervision of instructor) | As a Level 2 diver you will learn how to handle yourself and safely dive to a maximum depth of 20m (with any 'dive buddy' depending on partner level) |
Duration: 9 - 15 hours depending on comprehension & skill level | Duration: 12 - 20 hours depending on comprehension and skill level |
LEVEL 1 - IAHD CONFINED WATER DIVER
This certification is an ISO 24801-1 specified course program. Meaning that it is internationally recognized and training and student competence must be met in order to receive the qualification. This course (ISO NAME: Level 1 -- Supervised diver) is equal to a PADI Scuba Diver qualification as well as a SSI Scuba Diver qualification.
The IAHD Confined Water Diver course is comprised of the following modules:
Theory Knowledge |
In this section you learn how dive equipment works and what requirements dive equipment must meet. You are also taught how the body reacts in an underwater environment and of course, safety both underwater and at the waters edge is covered in detail. Theory sessions can be done before you come out to Kos or Turkey. Either by yourself digital online or with additional assistance of your instructor (skype/email) or at the start of your arrival for your course program. (Home study is advised as you will effectively have more time to develop water skills) |
Practical Skills |
In this section you will, together with an Instructor, learn how to prepare and check your gear, dive in a swimming pool or controlled water environment to learn how to use dive equipment and how to move & behave safely in the underwater environment. |
Confined Water Skills |
In this section, you will demonstrate that you can put all the acquired knowledge and skills into practice. Under guidance of your IAHD instructor in a controlled water environment. You will repeat the skills that were learnt during the 'Practical Skills' section and completely experience the freedom and weightlessness that come with scuba diving. You should be ready to dive the world now! |
The IAHD Confined Water Diver after certification can do the following:
- Make no decompression dives with the use of scuba equipment
- Dive in (confined) waters to a maximum depth of 12 meter, only under direct supervision of an active IAHD Instructor Assistant or IAHD Scuba Diving Instructor in active status
Pre-requisites:
- Minimum 12 years of age
- Medical Statement approved by a physician under certain conditions (less than 12 mnth old)
- Signed Certificate of Understanding
LEVEL 2 - IAHD OPEN WATER DIVER
This certification is an ISO 24801-2 specified course program. Meaning that it is internationally recognized and training and student competence must be met in order to receive the qualification. This course (ISO NAME: Level 2 -- Autonomous diver) is equal to a PADI Open Water Diver qualification as well as a SSI Open Water Diver qualification or a CMAS 1* qualification.
The IAHD Open Water Diver course is comprised of the following modules:
Theory Knowledge |
In this section, you will learn how dive equipment functions and what the minimum requirements are. In addition, you will learn the effects of an underwater environment on the body and what the time and depth limits are, which must be adhered to in order to dive safely. Safety aspects, on the surface, at the waters edge and underwater are covered in detail. |
Practical Skills |
In this section you will, together with an Instructor, learn how to prepare and check your gear, dive in a swimming pool or controlled water environment to learn how to use dive equipment and how to move & behave safely in the underwater environment. |
Confined Water Skills |
In this section, you will demonstrate that you can put all the acquired knowledge and skills into practice. Under guidance of your IAHD instructor in a controlled water environment. You will repeat the skills that were learnt during the 'Practical Skills' section and completely experience the freedom and weightlessness that come with scuba diving. You should be ready to dive the world now! |
The IAHD Open Water Diver after certification can do the following:
- Carry out non-decompression dives using scuba equipment
- Dive to a maximum depth of 20 meter
- May dive with adaptive dive buddy (depending on partner level*)
Pre-requisites:
- Minimum 14 years of age
- Competent swimmer (swimming diploma not necessary)
- Medical Statement approved by a physician (no more than one year old)
- Signed Certificate of Understanding
* Partner level refers to the number of assistants needed for your particular situation
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