Every scuba diver should consider taking the PADI Dry Suit Diver course to enhance their diving experience and safety. Dry suits are essential for diving in colder waters, providing critical insulation and protection against hypothermia. The course offers comprehensive training on how to select, use, and maintain a dry suit effectively, ensuring divers are well-equipped to handle various diving conditions. By learning proper buoyancy control, leak management, and dry suit care, divers can prevent common issues and enjoy a more comfortable and enjoyable dive. This specialized training not only expands a diver’s skill set but also opens up new diving opportunities in diverse environments, making it a valuable addition to any diver’s education.

PADI Dry Suit Diver Specialty Course

Level: PADI Open Water Diver & above
Duration: 2–3 days (1 confined water session + 2 open water dives)
Cost: $400

Course Overview

Want to dive in cooler waters while staying warm and dry? The PADI Dry Suit Diver Specialty equips you with the skills to confidently dive in cold-water environments using a drysuit. Unlike wetsuits, drysuits provide insulation by keeping water out—making them essential for extending your dive season or exploring colder regions.

In this course, you’ll learn how to properly use a drysuit, manage your buoyancy, and care for your suit so it lasts for many dives to come.

✅ What You’ll Learn

✔️ How to avoid common drysuit diving problems
✔️ How to don, doff, and care for your drysuit
✔️ How to select the right drysuit and undergarments
✔️ How to control buoyancy using a drysuit
✔️ Emergency skills specific to drysuit diving

📋 Certification Requirements

Prerequisites:
🔹 PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver or qualifying certification
🔹 Minimum age: 10 years
🔹 Good physical health

PADI eLearning:
🖥️ 2–4 hours (must be completed before in-water sessions)

In-Water Training:
🌊 1 confined water dive
🌊 2 open water dives

🧾 What’s Included:

✅ PADI Dry Suit Diver eLearning
✅ Tanks and weights
✅ Drysuit rental
✅ Training with Ciara

🚫 Not Included:

❌ Scuba gear (BCD, regulator, etc.) – available for rent
❌ Transportation
❌ Lodging
❌ Entry fees to dive sites

Get ready to dive year-round and explore more with confidence and comfort.
Join the Dry Suit Diver Specialty and experience the freedom of warm, dry diving in cold conditions!