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SDI Nitrox Diver Course in Monterey, California - Monterey

SDI Nitrox Diver Course in Monterey, California

Montereymoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

4–6 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should be in good health with basic swimming skills and comfortable in the water.

Overview

Boost your diving adventures in Monterey with the SDI Nitrox Diver course! Learn how to safely use enriched air to extend bottom time and reduce fatigue in this private, hands-on experience at Bamboo Reef Scuba Diving Centers.

Monterey, California

SDI: NITROX DIVER (MB)

Ya Your Air is Enriched!

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About This Adventure

Unlock the underwater world with the Enriched Air Nitrox course! Learn to maximize your dive time and minimize nitrogen load through engaging classroom sessions and practical applications. Ideal for certified divers, this course enhances safety and reduces fatigue, making your diving experience more enjoyable and efficient. Dive smarter, dive longer!

COURSE COSTS:#

$100.00 Tuition

  • Classroom Review
  • Nitrox Analysis & Testing

$100 SDI Digital Materials

  • Mobile & Web Versions
  • Digital Logbook
  • Digital Certification Card
  • Certification Processing Fees

The payment of Course Fees guarantees TRAINING, not necessarily certification. Certification is EARNED only by successfully meeting all applicable standards and objectives.


OVERVIEW: NDL is one of the biggest limiting factors in diving. Discover the advantages of diving with Enriched Air Nitrox to maximize your time underwater and limiting your nitrogen load. Diving with Nitrox can decrease fatigue from deeper dives, reduce your surface intervals, increase bottom time, or provide a better level of safety.


DATES & TIMES: Saturday 2pm to 4pm (Classroom)

DURATION:

  • Approximately 2-3 hours online SDI E-learning
  • 2 hours Academic Review and Nitrox Analysis

OBJECTIVES:

  • Review of EANx
  • Practical Application for Various Diving Situations
  • Planning Gas Mixtures & Gas Management
  • Calibrating, Analyzing, & Recording EANx Mixes
  • Setting/Using Computers for Nitrox

STUDENT REQUIREMENTS:

  • Open Water Diver Certified or Equivalent
  • 15 years or older (parent/guardian release is required)

Students under 15 years of age are required to attend private lessons Please call the shop to set up private lessons.

Any participant under the age of 18 will REQUIRE:
- The parent/guardian to be listed as the main point of contact.
- A SEPARATE email & phone number for the parent/guardian and the minor participating in the course.

Adventure Tips

Check Your Certification Level

Ensure you are a certified open water diver before enrolling in the Nitrox Diver course to meet prerequisites.

Stay Hydrated

Drink plenty of water before and after diving to avoid dehydration, which can increase nitrogen absorption.

Follow Dive Tables Strictly

Pay close attention to Nitrox dive tables and computer settings to safely manage enriched air mixtures underwater.

Dress for Monterey’s Water Temps

Wear a suitable wetsuit (5-7mm) to stay warm in Monterey's cooler waters during your dives.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Harbor seals
  • Garibaldi fish

History

Monterey Bay has a rich diving history linked to pioneering marine conservation efforts and one of California's earliest dive schools.

Conservation

Bamboo Reef promotes sustainable diving practices to protect fragile kelp forests and marine species native to Monterey Bay.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

5-7mm Wetsuit

Essential

Keeps you warm in Monterey’s chilly coastal waters.

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Dive Computer with Nitrox Capability

Essential

Ensures safe monitoring of depth and Nitrox gas limits during dives.

Surface Marker Buoy

Improves visibility to boats during ascents and surface intervals.

Hydration Pack or Water Bottle

Essential

Helps prevent dehydration before and after your dive.

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