Master Advanced Diving with Intro to Tech in Norfolk, Virginia
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2–3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical health with prior diving experience comfortable in pool and ocean environments.
Overview
Ready to push your diving limits? The Intro to Tech course in Norfolk, Virginia, equips certified divers with advanced skills in buoyancy and gear setup through hands-on pool and open water training. Dive deeper into technical mastery with expert guidance.
Intro to Tech
Group Class
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About This Adventure
Elevate your diving skills with this advanced technical diving course! Designed for certified divers aged 15 and older, you'll explore gear configurations, buoyancy control, and more. Experience e-learning, classroom sessions, pool practice, and open water dives, all while enhancing your confidence and safety underwater. Bring your own gear for this unforgettable adventure!
Must hold a SCUBA diver certification.
Want to take your diving to the next level? Every wonder why divers have 2 tanks on their back? Lets dive into the tech realm and become a safer, effecient and more confident diver. We will go over concepts of technical diving, gear configurations, bouycancy control and requirements and so much more.
Must have all you own gear. Text books and C-card not included in fee. Please see required gear list. All boat/quarry fees are additional. .
Student Pre-Requisites:
Ages 15 years and older. Must have a Advanced Certification or equivalent and all personal gear.
Includes: e-learning, classroom, pool session and open water dives. Quarry/Boat fees not includes. Must have own gear and have a bail-out bottle.
For private classes there is an additional fee to include instructor expenses.
Reading list: Mark powell - intro to technical diving Mark Powell - Deco procedures Shadow Divers The last dive
Adventure Tips
Ensure Your Gear is Dive-Ready
Check and prepare your personal diving equipment thoroughly before the course to maximize comfort and safety during training.
Stay Hydrated During Training
Keep water nearby especially during classroom and pool sessions to stay alert and focused.
Review Open Water Dive Site Conditions
Consult local dive briefings to anticipate current, visibility, and temperature for your open water dives in Norfolk.
Prepare for Extended Sessions
Be ready for several hours of combined classroom and practical sessions; good rest the night before helps maintain energy.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Atlantic stingray
- Blue crab
History
Norfolk’s maritime legacy dates back centuries, with its naval base and shipwrecks adding rich context to underwater exploration.
Conservation
Kraken Charters emphasizes sustainable dive practices to protect fragile coral and marine ecosystems in Norfolk’s waters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Technical Diving Regulator
A reliable regulator designed for complex gas mixtures and extended dives is crucial for this advanced course.
Dive Computer with Decompression Capability
Tracks your dive profile and manages decompression limits during technical dives.
Exposure Suit (3/2 mm or thicker wetsuit or drysuit)
spring specific
Backup Cutting Tool
A safety tool for entanglement scenarios which are more common in technical diving environments.