News
Technical Diving Services Now at Captain Don’s Habitat Bonaire
Not too long ago, TDI published a blog post called “Choosing your Technical Instructor”. The main argument made was, that when choosing any kind of instructor, diving skills and experience matter just as much as instructional skills. The first question one should ask themselves is: “What do I want to learn?” followed by: “Can this person teach me that?”
Tailor made
Instructor preference can be very personal. Still, most divers find themselves at home at Technical Diving Services. Chief instructor and owner Chris is extremely knowledgeable and skilled, and one of the most experienced dive educators in the field. Any course or guided dive done with him is tailored to your personal wishes and needs, carefully designed to help you reach your goals.
Learning the basics from a Technical Instructor
Don’t let the name fool you: Chris is as happy to teach Open Water students as he is to teach Technical divers and instructors. Learning the basics from a “tekky” means: emphasis on good buoyancy and trim from the very beginning, and no certification until both you and the instructor are satisfied and safe.
Special experiences
Bonaire has a lot to offer, and not all of it is common knowledge. Want something special? Let Chris take you to the lesser-known reefs, or enjoy a psychedelic fluorescent night dive. And don’t forget to dive during the ostracod spawning events!
Venturing into the deep
Are you ready to take the next step? Book an Intro to Tech Diving course to brush up your skills, learn to dive with the different rigs or the rig of your choice, get comfortable with helicopter and backwards kicking and shooting lift bags and surface marker buoys from shallower and deeper depths. After finishing you will be more than ready for training in staged decompression diving.
Already a technical diver and looking for a guide? Bonaire has several beautiful deep dives, and Chris will know where to find them. The warm waters and sloping reef make even long decompression stops enjoyable.
No guide needed
Of course TDS can also facilitate your needs as an independent diver. Need sidemount or rebreather tanks? Sofnolime or extendair cartridges? Higher oxygen percentages in your tanks? Clips and hardware? Shearwater computers or Dive Rite equipment? Just come in for a cup of coffee, and Chris will set you up with all your needs.
Take a look at Technical Diving Services to find out more.
Source: www.divenewswire.com
Blogs
Four opportunities to go pro in 2024 with Dive Friends Bonaire
Dive Friends teaches the Instructor Development Course (IDC) several times a year to students who are eager to share their passion for diving with the world.
Dive Friends is known for the personal approach throughout the course. Their in-house course director will lead the students through every essential step, mentoring them to achieve their fullest potential as a dive instructor.
Applications for the following IDC start dates are now open:
- 12 April
- 5 July,
- 20 September
- 29 November
Partnership with Casita Palma
If the student opts for the IDC-Deluxe or IDC-Supreme package, their accommodation will be arranged for them at Casita Palma. This small and quiet resort is within walking distance from Dive Friends Bonaire’s main dive shop location and has everything you need to relax after an intense day of IDC training. Breakfast is included, so the student will always be fuelled and ready for their day.
Contact Dive Friends Bonaire’s Course Director Eddy for more information: coursedirector@divefriendsbonaire.com.
Blogs
SOMABAY: Scubaverse Trip Review (Watch Video)
In a video created exclusively for Scubaverse.com, Jeff Goodman visits SOMABAY in the Egyptian Red Sea to experience the diving on offer there.
Book your next Red Sea dive adventure with SOMABAY! For more information, visit www.somabay.com.
Stay at the Breakers Diving & Surfing Lodge when you visit! For more information, visit www.thebreakers-somabay.com.
Find out more about ORCA Dive Clubs at SOMABAY at www.orca-diveclubs.com/en/soma-bay-en.
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