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$1,495.00

REBREATHER DIVING

Are you looking to discover a whole new world of underwater silence, with bubble free diving?

The Pro-Dive/SSI Semi Closed Rebreather Level One Diving program provides divers with the knowledge and training necessary to independently plan and conduct semi-closed rebreather (SCR) dives to a maximum depth of 30 metres, using an SCR Total Diving System and SCR diving procedures with an equally or more qualified dive buddy.

Pro-Dive Central Coast Rebreather training programs are the perfect way to increase your knowledge and skills, whilst at the same time learning how to safely use the new semi-closed rebreather equipment.

Learning to dive with a Semi Closed Rebreather is easier than you think!

Our Level One SC rebreather programs use a globally-recognised Total Teaching System, which includes digital learning materials and proven instructional techniques, this process ensures you have a safe, fun and exciting learning experience.

You will learn the theory needed to safely dive with an SCR unit, how to select your SCR Total Diving System plus, how to plan safe and fun dives, that maximise the benefits of an SCR.

Level 1: 3 days

Plan and conduct non decompression dives using as single cylinder to a maximum depth of 30 metres, not requiring decompression stops.
Providing that dives are conducted in environments similar to those of the divers training and experience.

Complete the XR Water Fitness Evaluation
Complete at least one confined water skill development session with a minimum cumulative time of at least one hour
Complete at least four open water training dives
Complete at least 120 minutes of in-water runtime on the applicable SCR unit.

Prerequisites:

Nitrox Diver certification
24 dives

Inclusions:

All online and classroom learning
Pool costs,
Tanks/weights,
Nitrox fills,
Sorb,
Certification,
Required shore and/or boat dives

Exclusions:

Horizon SCR rebreather (may be hired at a rate of $195 per day)

Transport

Equipment requirements:

Horizon rebreather

Dive equipment as per XR equipment list

This program is intended to be a fun and challenging learning experience.
The Mares Horizon Level 1 course, combines foundational knowledge with real-world examples that train you to make intelligent, informed decisions

Should you like a Try Dive using a Horizon SCR before purchase, simply visit or drop into our Diamond Training Centre, to learn how you can start today!

Horizon SCR Course Level 2

$1,895.00

SCR REBREATHER DIVING (Level 2)

The Pro-Dive/SSI Level Two Semi Closed Rebreather Diving program combines all skill and knowledge from Level One plus new deeper dives with limited decompression, providing divers with the required knowledge and training, necessary to independently plan and conduct safe (up to 25 minutes of decompression) diving, using the Mares Horizon semi-closed rebreather (SCR), diving to a maximum depth of 40 metres, using a complete SCR Total Diving System and SCR diving procedures, with an equally or more qualified dive buddy.

Pro-Dive Central Coast Rebreather training programs are the perfect way to increase your knowledge and skills, whilst at the same time, learning how to safely use the new semi-closed rebreather equipment.

Learning to dive with a Semi Closed Rebreather is easier than you may think!

Our rebreather programs use a globally recognised Total Teaching System, which includes digital learning materials and proven instructional techniques, this process ensures you have a safe, fun and exciting learning experience.

You will learn the theory needed to safely dive with an SCR unit, how to select your SCR Total Diving System plus, how to plan safe and fun dives, that maximises the benefits of an SCR.

Level 2: Five days program

This Semi Closed Rebreather program provides the knowledge and experience required; to independently plan and conduct dives to a maximum depth of 40 metres with a maximum of 25 minutes of accelerated decompression, with an equally qualified dive buddy using the Horizon SCR unit, SSI training techniques and SCR extended range skills.

You will complete:

Academic sessions and Final exam
Equipment configuration session
XR Water Fitness Evaluation
XR Rescue
Complete at least one confined water skill development session with a minimum cumulative time of at least one hour
Complete at least six open water training dives
Complete at least 420 minutes of in-water runtime on the Mares Horizon SCR unit.

Prerequisites:

Nitrox Diver certification
Deep Diver certification
Personal Nitrox dive computer
24 dives
Dive planning software

Inclusions:

All online and classroom learning
Pool costs,
Tanks/weights
Nitrox fills, Sorb,
Certification
Required shore and boat dives

Exclusions:

Horizon SCR rebreather (may be hired at a rate of $165 per day)
Transport
Meals

Certification:

The SCR Extended Range certification entitles the holder to dive with an equally- or more-qualified buddy, with the equipment configuration used during training and SCR diving procedures, to depths of up to 40 metres with a maximum of 25 minutes decompression, providing that dives are conducted in environments similar to those of the diver’s training and experience.

Horizon SCR Extended Range Instructor Program

$2,500.00

EXTENDED RANGE HORIZON SCR INSTRUCTOR

This program certifies the successful candidate as a Horizon SCR Extended Range Instructor.

Candidate Prerequisites

Have logged at least:
50 total SCR dives on the Mares Horizon
30 SCR dives deeper than 30 metres
50 hours of runtime on the Mares Horizon
At least ten SCR dives requiring staged decompression
Have the following SSI certifications or an equivalent from a recognized training agency:
SCR Extended Range

Have the following active status SSI certifications or an equivalent from a recognized training agency:

Enriched Air Nitrox Instructor
Deep Diving Instructor
Diver Stress & Rescue Instructor

Duration

Recommended hours for completion: 40

The number of classes, hours and sessions per day, are set by the Instructor Trainer, based on student needs, student ability and water conditions.

Requirements For Completion

There are two options to complete the scr Horizon Instructor program;

Option 1

Co-teach two separate SCR Extended Range programs under the direct supervision of an active status SCR Extended Range Instructor Trainer.

Option 2

Attend a four day seminar and successfully complete:
A review of all SSI General Training Standards, and the standards related to the XR programs the candidate is earning a certification for.
A review of the program-specific student and instructor materials.
The applicable final exams with a passing score of at least 90%.
An academic presentation on a topic applicable to the program and training level.
A dive planning session for orientation to the SCR Dive Planning Sheets.
An equipment configuration session for the appropriate Total Diving System.
The XR Candidate Water Fitness Evaluation as outlined in the SSI Training Standards if it has been more than six months since the candidate has been evaluated.
A pool/confined water session that includes the presentation and evaluation of all required program skills.
All skills must be done with demonstration quality.
An in-water teaching presentation on a topic applicable to the program and training level.
While acting as an instructor, plan and conduct at least two (2) full dives from the SCR Extended Range program.

One dive must be an SCR decompression dive, and the other must include a decompression, open circuit bailout ascent.
Demonstrate the ability to rescue an unconscious diver by bringing the diver to the surface from a depth between 5 and 10 meters.

Certification

In addition to the programs taught by our in house Instructor Trainers active status SCR Diving Instructors, active status SCR Extended Range Instructors may teach, supervise and issue certifications for the following programs:

SCR Extended Range

Call 02 4389 3483 for More Information

Horizon SCR Instructor Program

$2,100.00

HORIZON SCR INSTRUCTOR

This program certifies the candidate as an SCR Diving Instructor, provides the knowledge and experience required to independently teach and conduct dives to a maximum depth of 30 metres using the Horizon SCR unit, SSI training techniques and SCR skills.

Candidate Prerequisites:

50 total SCR dives on the Mares Horizon
30 SCR dives deeper than 25 meters
50 hours of runtime on the Mares Horizon

Have the following SSI certifications or an equivalent from a recognised training agency:
SCR Diving

Have the following active status SSI certifications or an equivalent from a recognized training agency:

Enriched Air Nitrox Instructor
Deep Diving Instructor
Diver Stress & Rescue Instructor

Duration

Recommended hours for completion: 40.
The number of classes, hours and sessions per day are set by the Instructor trainer

Requirements For Completion

Option 1

Co-teach at least two (2) separate SCR Diving programs under the direct supervision of an active status Horizon SCR Instructor Trainer.

Option 2

Attend a three-day seminar and successfully complete;
A review of all SSI General Training Standards, and the standards related to the XR programs the candidate is earning a certification for.
A review of the program-specific student and instructor materials.
The applicable final exams with a passing score of at least 90%.
An academic presentation on a topic applicable to the program and training level.
A dive planning session for orientation to the SCR Dive Planning Sheets.
An equipment configuration session for the appropriate Total Diving System.
The XR Candidate Water Fitness Evaluation as outlined in the SSI Training Standards if it has been more than six months since the candidate has been evaluated.
A confined water session that includes the presentation and evaluation of all required program skills.
All skills must be done with demonstration quality.
An in-water teaching presentation on a topic applicable to the program and training level.
While acting as an instructor, plan and conduct at least two full dives from the SCR Diving program.
Demonstrate the ability to rescue an unconscious diver by bringing the diver to the surface from a depth between 5 and 10 metres.

Certification

Active status SCR Diving Instructors may teach, supervise and issue certifications for the following program:
SCR Diving

This program certifies the successful candidate as a Horizon SCR Instructor.

Candidate Prerequisites

Have logged at least:
50 total SCR dives on the Mares Horizon
30 SCR dives deeper than 30 metres
50 hours of runtime on the Mares Horizon
At least ten SCR dives requiring staged decompression
Have the following SSI certifications or an equivalent from a recognized training agency:
SCR Extended Range

Have the following active status SSI certifications or an equivalent from a recognized training agency:

Enriched Air Nitrox Instructor
Deep Diving Instructor
Diver Stress & Rescue Instructor

Duration

Recommended hours for completion: 40

The number of classes, hours and sessions per day, are set by the Instructor Trainer, based on student needs, student ability and water conditions.

Requirements For Completion

There are two options to complete the scr Horizon Instructor program;

Option 1

Co-teach two separate SCR Extended Range programs under the direct supervision of an active status SCR Extended Range Instructor Trainer.

Option 2

Attend a four day seminar and successfully complete:
A review of all SSI General Training Standards, and the standards related to the XR programs the candidate is earning a certification for.
A review of the program-specific student and instructor materials.
The applicable final exams with a passing score of at least 90%.
An academic presentation on a topic applicable to the program and training level.
A dive planning session for orientation to the SCR Dive Planning Sheets.
An equipment configuration session for the appropriate Total Diving System.
The XR Candidate Water Fitness Evaluation as outlined in the SSI Training Standards if it has been more than six months since the candidate has been evaluated.
A pool/confined water session that includes the presentation and evaluation of all required program skills.
All skills must be done with demonstration quality.
An in-water teaching presentation on a topic applicable to the program and training level.
While acting as an instructor, plan and conduct at least two (2) full dives from the SCR Extended Range program.

One dive must be an SCR decompression dive, and the other must include a decompression, open circuit bailout ascent.
Demonstrate the ability to rescue an unconscious diver by bringing the diver to the surface from a depth between 5 and 10 meters.

Certification

In addition to the programs taught by our in house Instructor Trainers active status SCR Diving Instructors, active status SCR Extended Range Instructors may teach, supervise and issue certifications for the following programs:

SCR Extended Range

Call 02 4389 3483 for More Information