

The PADI Search and Recovery course is perfect for those who have lost items in the water and wish to retrieve them. This course teaches effective underwater search techniques and various methods for bringing objects of different sizes and shapes to the surface. While the activity presents challenges, it is also enjoyable and rewarding. The course is available to individuals aged 12 and older who hold a PADI (Junior) Advanced Open Water Diver certification or a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver certification with a PADI Underwater Navigator certification.
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Description
It happens: sometimes, while on a boat or during a dive, something gets lost in the water.
If you've ever lost something underwater and want to retrieve it, the PADI Search and Recovery course is perfect for you.
This course teaches effective techniques for searching for objects underwater, significantly increasing the chances of finding them.
There are various methods for bringing objects of different sizes and shapes to the surface. Search and recovery activities can be challenging, but they are also fun and rewarding.
If you are at least 12 years old and a PADI (Junior) Advanced Open Water Diver, you can enroll in the Search and Recovery Diver course. PADI (Junior) Open Water Divers with a PADI Underwater Navigator certification are also eligible.
Academic Path
The first important things you will learn include how to gather information and resources and how to carefully plan the subsequent search.
During four dives, you will practice:
- Search patterns using a compass and natural navigation
- Locating large and small objects using various search patterns
- Using a lift bag for large and small objects, as well as other recovery methods
- Planning a search operation based on information collected before the dive
By completing the Search and Recovery course, you can earn academic credits. Contact us for more information about this opportunity.
Additionally, the first dive of this PADI Specialty Diver course can be credited as an Adventure Dive towards your Advanced Open Water Diver certification—ask your instructor how to obtain the credit.
Equipment You Will Use
In addition to your basic scuba gear, you will need a compass and an underwater slate.
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