Master Emergency Dive Skills with the PADI Rescue Diver Course at Solitary Islands Marine Park
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical shape with decent swimming ability and stamina to handle demanding rescue drills.
Overview
Elevate your diving with a PADI Rescue Diver course in Coffs Harbour, Australia. Learn vital emergency skills across serene pool sessions and stunning open water dives at the biodiverse Solitary Islands Marine Park.
PADI Rescue Diver
Ages 12+ • 2 Days
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About This Adventure
Become a PADI Rescue Diver in just two days and gain essential skills to handle diving emergencies. This unique training combines self-study with practical sessions in a pool and open water dives at the stunning Solitary Islands Marine Park. Enhance your diving expertise while learning to prevent and manage potential problems.
Become a PADI Rescue Diver. It could save your life! Or you may even save someone else’s life!
Duration
2 Days
About
Rescue Dive training expands your knowledge of diving, increasing your level of diving skills, and makes you more aware of your surroundings. By being a trained PADI Rescue Diver, you have the skills to safely respond to diving emergencies. More importantly, you’ll learn to manage dive sites to prevent problems from occurring. You will have to complete self-study, then over 2 days you will participate in a series of practical training sessions in a pool, preparing you for the scenarios in the final open water sessions.
Inclusions
- Your PADI Rescue Certification, registered in the PADI database, and your digital certification card (E-Card)
- Confined water training in a pool prior to ocean diving
- Open-water dive scenarios practiced in the Solitary Islands Marine Park, or around the marina.
- Small group, 5-star PADI training for a more personal experience
- Tank hire is provided. Students should have their own equipment. If you prefer to use our ‘pool equipment’ for when in the chlorine pools, we will provide this free of charge.
Open Water Dives are subject to weather and availability. Jetty Dive will contact you with any changes.
Requirements
- Advanced Open Water Certification or equivalent
- Australian Recognised First Aid Training is required for certification of this course (we run Workplace Recognised RTO courses at additional cost if you require First Aid Certification)
- The Rescue course can be physically demanding, so a good level of fitness is recommended!
Adventure Tips
Prioritize Your Pool Training
Master the pool exercises before heading to open water to build confidence with rescue techniques.
Check Weather Before Diving
Strong currents and visibility can vary; always verify conditions with your instructor before open water sessions.
Use Full Rescue Gear
Bring full dive gear including emergency signaling devices to practice realistic rescue scenarios.
Stay Hydrated and Rested
Rescue training is mentally and physically demanding—keep hydrated and well-rested to stay sharp.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Humpback whales (seasonal)
- Giant trevally fish
History
Solitary Islands Marine Park was established in 1998 to protect diverse marine ecosystems including rare coral species in temperate waters.
Conservation
Operators adhere to strict environmental guidelines promoting reef preservation and responsible diving to minimize human impact.
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Adventure Hotspots in Coffs Harbour
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Full Scuba Kit
Complete gear set is necessary to perform all rescue scenarios safely and effectively.
Dive Computer
Helps monitor depth, time, and ascent rates during dives.
Signal Buoy or SMB
Vital for safety signaling during open water practice dives.
Wetsuit (5mm or thicker)
Protects against cooler water temperatures typical in the region during fall and winter months.
fall specific