The PADI Search and Recovery Diver course teaches you how to locate lost objects underwater and bring them to the surface safely and efficiently. This course focuses on planning, teamwork, and controlled lifting techniques — not brute force.
Finding things underwater is a skill. Recovering them safely is the real lesson.
Effective search patterns for different environments
Use of reels, lines, and marker buoys
Rigging and using lift bags correctly
Managing buoyancy and task loading during recovery
Preventing common recovery-related hazards
The Search and Recovery Diver course includes:
Knowledge development and dive planning
Four open water dives focused on search techniques and object recovery
Training sessions are scheduled after enrollment.
Certified Open Water Divers of any level
Divers interested in problem-solving and task-oriented diving
Anyone who wants to improve teamwork and situational awareness
PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum age: 12 years old
Professional instruction by certified PADI instructors
Hands-on training with search patterns and lift bags
PADI Search and Recovery Diver certification upon successful completion
Dive gear rental (if needed)
Open water site or boat fees (if applicable)
Proper planning and controlled lift techniques are emphasized
This course improves confidence and task management underwater
Scheduling is coordinated after enrollment
The PADI Search and Recovery Diver course teaches you how to locate lost objects underwater and bring them to the surface safely and efficiently. This course focuses on planning, teamwork, and controlled lifting techniques — not brute force.
Finding things underwater is a skill. Recovering them safely is the real lesson.
Effective search patterns for different environments
Use of reels, lines, and marker buoys
Rigging and using lift bags correctly
Managing buoyancy and task loading during recovery
Preventing common recovery-related hazards
The Search and Recovery Diver course includes:
Knowledge development and dive planning
Four open water dives focused on search techniques and object recovery
Training sessions are scheduled after enrollment.
Certified Open Water Divers of any level
Divers interested in problem-solving and task-oriented diving
Anyone who wants to improve teamwork and situational awareness
PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Minimum age: 12 years old
Professional instruction by certified PADI instructors
Hands-on training with search patterns and lift bags
PADI Search and Recovery Diver certification upon successful completion
Dive gear rental (if needed)
Open water site or boat fees (if applicable)
Proper planning and controlled lift techniques are emphasized
This course improves confidence and task management underwater
Scheduling is coordinated after enrollment
