Water Activities & Scuba Quest - Bradenton: Master Nitrox Diving Techniques
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1 day (including classroom and diving sessions)
Fitness Level
Good fitness level required for comfortable diving, with no significant health issues
Overview
Discover the underwater depths of Bradenton with Scuba Quest’s Nitrox Diver Course. Learn advanced diving techniques and explore vibrant reefs and wreck sites on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Nitrox Diver Course
Ages 10+ • 3 Hours • Dive Longer and Safer!
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About This Adventure
Extend bottom time and lessen your surface interval!
Duration
3 hours
About
Do you want to extend your bottom time, lessen your surface interval, and maximize every dive? Become a NAUI Enriched Air Nitrox diver! This course may be taught as a stand-alone program or may be combined with other NAUI training programs such as Scuba Diver or Advanced Diver. During this course, you will learn how to choose the proper blend of Nitrox for your dive profile, determine maximum depth limits for your Nitrox mixture, analyze your breathing mixture, and plan and safely execute each dive. Your instructor will teach you about the physiology of oxygen and nitrogen; advantages, disadvantages, and risks of nitrox; oxygen toxicity; hazards and precautions of handling oxygen; the concept of Equivalent Air Depth; use of EANx with standard Air Dive Tables; common gas mixing procedures; and more.
What to bring:
Something to write with and your student folder
Whats included:
- eLearning
- Classroom
- Certification
- 2 rentals or fills of nitrox for your next dives!
We will contact you once you sign up with your eLearning Code
Adventure Tips
Check your gear before diving
Ensure your regulator and tanks are properly maintained for safety.
Plan your dives in good weather
Clear days provide the best visibility and safer conditions for diving.
Communicate with your instructor
Ask questions and clarify protocols to maximize your learning experience.
Stay hydrated and rested
Hydration and rest are critical for safe diving, especially at depth.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea turtles
- Dolphins
History
Bradenton’s coastal waters have been a hub for maritime activity since the early 20th century, with many wrecks dating back decades, offering divers a glimpse into regional maritime history.
Conservation
Local operators and dive shops prioritize reef preservation, promoting responsible diving practices to protect the Gulf’s delicate ecosystems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Keeps you comfortable in warm Gulf waters and provides protection.
summer specific
Mask, Snorkel, Fins
Basic diving equipment for clear underwater visibility and mobility.
Dive Computer or Depth Gauge
Monitors your depth and time underwater for safe diving.
Enriched Air Course Materials
Includes study guides and manuals to learn about Nitrox diving.