Diver Propulsion Vehicle Course

Name: Diver Propulsion Vehicle Course | DPV Course in Gozo (Malta)
Price: 250 EUR
Availability: InStock

DPV Course in Gozo

Finning is overrated. Learn to go further and see more while using less energy. Experience your most relaxed and fun diving yet.

Duration

1 day

group size

1 diver for your comfort of learning

Entry Requirements

- min 18 years old
- OWD or equivalent
- min 25 logged dives
- good buoyancy control

250 EUR

The price includes:
- e-learning
- tanks & fills
- DPV rental
- certification upon completing the course exit requirements

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DPV Course in Gozo in Details

The Diver Propulsion Vehicle Diver Course is designed to train divers in the use of a DPV and familiarise them with the skills and techniques of using a DPV in a non-overhead environment. You will learn the basic principles of using a DPV, as well as dive planning and team procedures while diving with a scooter.

Whilst the use of a DPV will allow you to cover a much greater area during the dive, the course will focus on in-water skills, such as buoyancy control, as well as the all-important hazards and safety considerations.

This course can be conducted in backmount or sidemount and can be taken in conjunction with our Recreational Sidemount Course if you are not yet sidemount certified. Redundancy, combined with a streamlined profile, makes sidemount an ideal configuration for use with a DPV.

The following areas will be covered in detail:

Configuration & Setup
Theory & Planning
In-water training
Safety procedures

Learn how to prepare your equipment for diving with a DPV. Learn how to configure and adjust your scooter to match you and your equipment.

Proper planning and preparation form the basis of successful dives. You will focus on dive planning and gas management, including turn pressure calculations and emergency procedures. You will learn about team procedures and buddy considerations, as well as maintenance, storing and transportation

This part of the course starts with water entries, surface use of a DPV and descent procedures. The water skills focus on buoyancy, descent/ascent techniques, as well as navigation and team awareness, followed by water exits and post-dive maintenance.

Learn how to avoid problems such as vehicle failures, collisions and motor entanglements, rapid ascents and descents, as well as buddy separations.

Configuration & Setup

Learn how to prepare your equipment for diving with a DPV. Learn how to configure and adjust your scooter to match you and your equipment.

Theory & Planning

In-water training

Safety procedures

Learn how to avoid problems such as vehicle failures, collisions and motor entanglements, rapid ascents and descents, as well as buddy separations.

DPV Course Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be certified as an SDI Diver Propulsion Vehicle Diver. This certification can also count towards a single specialty rating to achieve the SDI Advanced Diver Development Program

SDI Diver Propulsion Vehicle Diver

Why Train with Us?

Best Instructors

Train with an instructor who eats, breathes and sleeps sidemount.

Here, Sidemount is not just another course among hundreds of courses - it’s the main event! We exceed all agency standards and make sure you don’t leave the course as a liability on dive sites and boats.

Small Group Sizes

We choose quality over quantity any day!

Small group sizes. 2 divers max per course, 4 divers max per guided dive. Without a doubt, the smaller the group the better the experience.

Personal Approach

Courses are completely tailored to you, your needs and your diving preferences.

Perhaps you want to dive sidemount in a drysuit with steels or on holiday in the tropics with a wetsuit and Ali’s. We’ll make sure you’re confident and ready for anything.

Commitment
to Safety

Learn to sidemount efficiently and safely by focusing on entries, exits and emergency drills.

Diving in sidemount configuration requires extra consideration for keeping yourself and others safe and taking care of emergencies. Become an asset to any dive team by enhancing and practicing your Rescue skills.

The Right Way

Learn skills and procedures at the right level and become fully competent.

Save yourself months of frustration. Many divers take a sidemount course that is far too basic and leaves them with massive gaps in their knowledge and skills. Don’t be that diver. We have invested in our own diving skills and education and we use this base to teach to the highest level.

Testimonials

David

If you're looking to master sidemount then check out Sidemount Society in Gozo, led by the exceptional Chris and Chloe. Their expertise and passion for 'The Art of Diving' is unparalleled. They consistently create a learning environment that is both challenging and supportive, ensuring each diver gains confidence and skill. Highly recommended for anyone serious about advancing their diving capabilities in the magnificent waters of Gozo.

Tom & Tomasz

Poland

We had the pleasure of taking the sidemount course with Chris Godlewski, and we can confidently say that it was an exceptional experience. Chris's knowledge and expertise in sidemount diving were truly impressive, and his passion for the sport was evident throughout the course. What truly set Chris apart was his genuine interest in the success and growth of his students. Chris's teaching style was clear and concise. His dedication to helping us reach our goals was truly impressive. (...)

Aneet

As an experienced backmount dive instructor, I was always interested in sidemount. My curiosity led me to meet Chris, a rock star in this way of diving. Under his coaching and guidance, I discovered a newfound appreciation and challenge. Chris, along with Chloe, from Sidemount Society, proved to always be skilled, patient and fun instructors who were always deeply passionate about their craft. I highly recommend learning with them. However, a word of advice: be prepared for their enthusiasm, especially Chris's – it's contagious!

Barry

I have been trained by and have dived with Chris and Chloe Godlewski of Sidemount Society, in the Uk, Philippines and Gozo over the past few years. Their knowledge and passion for sidemount diving is phenomenal and very addictive. Add to this their patient teaching skills, love of underwater photography and an unlimited enthusiasm to dive and the result is a guaranteed amazing diving experience with these guys, Sidemount Society is well worth checking out! (...)

Alex

(...) One of the standout qualities of Chris and Cloe was their unwavering dedication to ensuring my comfort and safety throughout the entire sidemount diving experience. As a relatively inexperienced diver, their patience and meticulous attention to detail immediately put me at ease. They took the time to thoroughly explain every aspect of the gear and the diving process, making sure I felt confident and informed before submerging into the underwater world.

Frequently Asked Questions about our DPV Diver Course

What is a DPV?

DPV stands for Diver Propulsion Vehicle, also known as an underwater scooter. A DPV is powered by a battery and operated by a propeller to increase divers’ speed and range underwater.

How do I learn DPV diving?

Most training agencies offer DPV courses. These courses are designed to teach you the principles, hazards, and safety aspects associated with DPV diving.

Is DPV diving hard?

DPV diving is extremely fun but proper training is required to be able to operate and navigate with the scooter. DPV diving makes diving in currents and over long distances easier.

What types of DPVs are there?

DPVs range from basic, small, and lightweight scooters designed for recreational diving to expensive, large, and fast vehicles designed for advanced technical, cave diving and explorations.

Why should I consider DPV diving?

DPVs enable divers to cover greater areas with less time and effort. They allow for exploration of areas otherwise unreachable by simply swimming and finning.

Why use a DPV in Gozo?

As a shore diving mecca, Gozo is the perfect destination for DPV explorations. Some of Gozos most beautiful sites such as Double and Triple arches and the newest wreck Hephaestus are reached in no time on a DPV.

Can I use a DPV with Sidemount?

Yes. Redundancy and a streamlined profile mean more gas and reduced drag making sidemount an ideal configuration for use with a DPV.

What experience do I need for DPV diving?

Most training agencies require open water certification to participate in a DPV course. It is recommended to have some diving experience and good buoyancy control prior to taking this course.

How deep can I dive with a DPV?

The depth of diving with a DPV depends on several factors, such as divers’ qualification level as well as the type of the scooter used for the dive.

What are the risks of DPV diving?

Some of the risks associated with DPV diving include rapid descents and ascents, buddy separation, entanglements, and collisions, as well as DPV failures. Proper training can mitigate risks.