Working divers, such as public safety divers, use full face masks because they protect the eyes and nose from contaminants in the water, provide comfort and warmth in cold water while allowing communication equipment. If you’re interested in public safety diving, scientific diving, or venturing into extremely cold-water, then learning to dive with a Full Face Mask is definitely for you. Because full face masks allow you to breathe from your nose, they are also beneficial for those who have difficulty using standard scuba masks. Diving with a full face mask offers a different experience and that alone may be a reason to give it a try.
To enroll in this course you must be:
- A PADI Open Water Diver (or similar from another diving agency)
- Be at least age 12 or older
Course Outline
There are several different types of full face masks, so you begin learning about varying mask features and components. Next, you learn techniques for preparing and diving with a full face mask as well as proper maintenance.
During a confined water dive, you get comfortable using your mask and practice skills in preparation for your open water dives.
During two dives in open water, you’ll demonstrate your ability to:
- Properly prepare and check your mask for the dive.
- Make adjustments underwater and clear water out of the mask.
- Respond to simulated out-of-gas emergency situations.
Get credit:
The first dive of this PADI Specialty Diver course may credit as an Adventure Dive toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification – ask your instructor about earning credit.
By completing this course you will also be one step closer to achieving the covenant title of Master Scuba Diver and joining the elite group of divers.
Equipment
Besides your basic scuba equipment, you’ll need a full face mask that fits you and works with a regulator. You also need to have an alternate air source. Your Phoenix PADI Instructor will suggest other gear as appropriate, such as a dry suit if diving in cold water.
Getting Started
As soon as you sign up (added the course to your cart and payment cleared) with Phoenix Divers to do your PADI Full Face Mask Diver Course, you will receive an email with all the information you need, your Phoenix Divers PADI Instructor will contact you about scheduling time for practical training.
- This Course Requires 3 - 4 days of practical assessment
- Normally over weekends but possible for during the week training
* Excludes R170 entrance fee at Miracle Waters.