Master Advanced Diving in Monterey, California
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
3–5 days
Fitness Level
Moderate physical fitness is needed to manage diving activities, carry gear, and handle physical exertion underwater.
Overview
Take your diving skills to the next level at Monterey’s Bamboo Reef Dive Centers. Experience expert training and explore the vibrant underwater world with the SDI Advanced Diver course.
SDI: Advanced Diver
The Next Level in Diving!
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About This Adventure
Elevate your diving skills with the Advanced Open Water certification at Bamboo Reef Dive Centers. This immersive course combines classroom learning and practical dives, challenging you both physically and mentally. Experience specialized dives, expert briefings, and hands-on training, all while exploring the underwater world like never before.
Cost: Course Tuition - $550.00 NAUI E-Learning Materials - $100.00 Boat Dive - $125.00
The payment of Course Fees guarantees TRAINING, not necessarily certification. Certification is EARNED only by successfully meeting all applicable standards and objectives.
Online Booking Fees: From $22.50 In Person Bookings do not incur an online booking fee.
Description: Further your dive education and expand your capabilities as a SCUBA Diver. Getting your Advanced Open Water certification with Bamboo Reef Dive Centers will challenge you physically and mentally, better preparing you for an array of advanced dives. We have broken down the certification process into 3 steps.
Course Schedule: Friday Classroom: 5pm - 9pm Saturday Dives 1 & 2: 7am - 1pm Saturday Dives 3 & 4: 4pm - 10pm Sunday Boat Dives: 7am - 1pm
Friday evening we review your NAUI materials and discuss the 6 specialty dives we will be conducting.
All dives will include a dive briefing to discuss conditions, hand signals, and emergency situations.
After the briefing we will hop in the water and put everything we have reviewed and discussed into practice :)
DIVER REQUIREMENTS:
- Open Water Diver Certification or higher
- 16 years old (parent/guardian release is required)
- Mastery of buoyancy
- at least 15 Cold water dives, and 25 dives total
DIVER RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Perfect Buoyancy
- Finning Techniques
GEAR REQUIREMENTS:
- Mask & snorkel
- Boots & fins
- Compass
- Slate & pencil
- Dive Lights (Primary, Backup, Tank Marker)
- SMB (surface marker buoy)
- Spool/Reel
GEAR INCLUDED FOR COURSE:
- Semi-Dry Wetsuit
- Regulator, Octopus, Dive Computer
- BCD
- Tanks
- Weights
Prerequisites: Open Water Diver or higher Minimum Age: 15 years old
Adventure Tips
Maintain Buoyancy Control
Focus on perfecting your buoyancy during dives to protect fragile marine life and conserve your energy.
Check Weather and Sea Conditions
Always review real-time ocean conditions before each dive, as Monterey’s coastal weather can shift quickly.
Hydrate and Rest Well
Adequate hydration and rest are crucial before diving to avoid dehydration and fatigue underwater.
Use Local Dive Briefings
Attend all pre-dive briefings from Bamboo Reef instructors to understand site-specific hazards and highlights.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea otters
- Harbor seals
History
Monterey has long been a hub for marine science and exploration, hosting one of the earliest underwater research facilities.
Conservation
Bamboo Reef actively supports local marine conservation by educating divers on minimizing their impact and protecting underwater habitats.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit (5mm or thicker)
Provides necessary thermal protection in Monterey's cool waters during advanced dives.
fall specific
Dive Computer
Crucial for monitoring depth, dive time, and decompression limits safely.
Underwater Compass
Helps maintain navigation accuracy during specialty dives like underwater orienteering.
Surface Signaling Devices
Important for safety to signal your position when surfacing, especially in open water.