Sidemount Diver Course – Dive Streamlined & Balanced
Category: Specialty Course
Location: Koh Chang
SKU: Course-Koh-Chang-DC018
Why Sidemount Diving?
Sidemount diving lets you carry your tanks at your sides instead of your back – for better comfort, trim, and control. Originally used in cave and technical diving, it’s now a popular setup for recreational divers, especially those with back issues or technical aspirations.
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What You’ll Learn
- ⚙️ Streamlined equipment setup and gear trim
- 📦 Buoyancy, balance, and gas management with two cylinders
- 🧭 Sidemount-specific dive planning and emergency procedures
- 🔁 How to switch regulators and manage redundancy
- 🏞️ Ideal for wrecks, caves, and advanced exploration
Your Options
- 🧍♂️ Sidemount Certification: Online theory + 3-4 open water dives
- 🤿 Combine with: Advanced Nitrox, Deco Procedures, or Wreck Diver
📚 Theory access via SDI eLearning or in-house sessions
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Requirements
- Agency: SDI or PADI
- Minimum Age: 15 years
- Certification: Open Water Diver or equivalent
- Duration: 1 day
- Dives: 3-4 open water dives
- Pool: Required for skills development
What’s Included
- 📘 SDI eLearning or in-house materials
- 🧰 Sidemount harness and redundant tank setup
- 🌊 2-3 open water dives with instructor
- 🎓 Certification upon completion
- 🛡️ Optional: Dive insurance available
Ready to Dive with Freedom & Balance?
Sidemount is more than a gear setup – it’s a mindset. Discover new balance, reduce strain, and prepare for the world of advanced diving.
- ✅ More comfort and stability
- ✅ Redundancy and safety for technical transitions
- ✅ Ideal for divers with back strain or future tech goals
👉 Book your Sidemount Course today and dive differently!
What Can You Discover?
Use your enhanced mobility to explore wrecks like the HTMS Chang or drift along Koh Chang’s reefs while spotting unique marine life – all while diving in perfect trim.
Important Safety Notice:
Sidemount requires control, awareness, and attention. Do not use cannabis before or during any dive training.
🚫 No Drugs – Dive Smart, Dive Safe!
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Price Includes
- Free transfer on your dive day from your hotel to the boat-White Sand Beach to Bang Bao.(East Coast pick up on request)
- All Equipment which you need for Scuba Diving or Snorkeling
- Full Set of own Scuba Diving Gear?Discount 200 THB/Day(we provide tanks and weights)
- Lunch, soft drinks, coffee, tea and local fruits are served on boat
- English Speaking Divemaster or Instructor (Group Sizes max.5 PAX)
- Free Wifi on the Boat(max. 10PAX)
- Credit Card At the Shop or Boat (PayPal only at the online store)Payments above 1500 THB Free of charge
- NATIONAL PARK FEE'S NOT INCLUDED
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