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Nitrox Diver
This is an entry-level certification course for recreational divers wishing to utilize enriched air nitrox (EAN) as a breathing gas. With this course you will learn the benefits, hazards, and proper procedures for using nitrox mixes from 22 through 40 percent oxygen content.
Nitrox Diver Course is prerequisite for Advanced Nitrox Course, which is the initial step of technical diving.
The entry level nitrox is essentially an informational and academic based course; therefore, no dives are specifically required as there are no skills to evaluate. Yet nitrox dives can be arranged upon your request.
- Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent
- Have a minimum certification of open water diver or a current enrolment in an open water diver course
Many other courses are available, ask which one you would like to do!
Intro to Tech
If you are not a technical diver and are wishing to access the deeper depths of the sea, or stay at regular depths longer with no decompression stops or shorten your decompression stops you will make good use of this course on your path of becoming a technical diver.
With this course, you will earn the preliminary knowledge necessary for technical divers such as technical equipment configurations, to enhance open water diving skills (such as buoyancy, trim, and situational awareness), and to introduce students to advanced gas planning techniques within a no-decompression context.
Includes 3 dives must be conducted; All dives must be conducted at depths within the diver’s current level of certification but no dives should exceed 23 metres
Prerequisites:
- Minimum age 18, (15 with parental consent)
- Minimum certification an Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent
- Provide proof of 25 logged open water dives
Intro to Tech may be combined with TDI Advanced Nitrox.
Many other courses are available, ask which one you would like to do!
SSI
ENTRY LEVEL COURSES
SSI e-Learning
We teach our courses according to SSI – Scuba Schools International – standards. On the website of SSI (www.divessi.com) you can inform yourself about all the courses on offer. If you decide to take an SSI course with us during your stay in Sicily, we recommend that you do the SSI online training to study the theory in advance, which can be done from the comfort of your home. As soon as you register for the course, we will activate your account for the online theory at SSI (without extra charge). This way you’ll have more time for diving practice, fun and relaxation during your vacation.
ADVANCED LEVEL COURSES
Improve your diving skills and experience at Zingaro Diving Center under the professional and friendly guidance of our instructors. In the advanced diver training program you can choose from a variety of Advanced and Specialty courses. We are happy to advise you individually. The SSI Specialty programs are the ideal way to improve your current skills and learn new ones.
Once you have completed a certain number of specialty programs and logged a certain number of dives, you will automatically receive the Specialty Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver or Master Diver certification cards. For your diving stay in Sicily we recommend the specialties Deep Diving, Enriched Air Nitrox, Sidemount, Wreck Diving and Scooter / DPV Diving. For all courses you can complete the theory in advance via the SSI online training.
SPECIALTIES COURSES
TDI
Open your path to new worlds, to the deeper levels of the sea, into the wrecks, caverns, caves, to a life below the ordinary recreational depths.
Go tech! Become special! Think lateral, Dive Sidemount!
Stay on the safe side, yet still explore more; the hidden, the inaccessible parts of the underwater world, to the ordinary.
We can help you and guide you through the way of becoming a technical diver as well as extending your technical dive skills and knowledge. Throughout the process of learning or extending your skills, your mind set is as important as the new techniques you’ll learn and master. Let us guide and help you through your journey.
In anticipation of your course, you will be requested to undertake some self-study prior to your initial classroom session. This self-study, whether in the form of a manual with knowledge reviews or e-learning, will set the groundwork for your learning experience. Regardless of the chosen method, a theory lesson will be conducted, marking the commencement of your training journey.
Theory, class, and equipment sessions are always conducted before advancing to any confined or open water training. Throughout the entire process, you will consistently be trained to the highest possible standards. This commitment remains unwavering, irrespective of the duration required for completion. Emphasising the importance of thorough preparation, we ensure that theory and practical aspects are covered comprehensively to instill confidence and competency.
Central to our approach during any of our TDI courses is the provision of extra course dives and the flexibility to learn at your own pace. These elements are key in developing comfort and competency, facilitating the retention of acquired knowledge. We firmly believe in the significance of meticulous training both in and out of the water, adhering to proper procedures to the best of our ability. In essence, our commitment to excellence ensures a comprehensive and personalised learning experience tailored to your individual needs
SPECIALTIES COURSES
Padi Deep Diver
Duration: 2 days / 4 dives
Maximum Depth: 40 meters
Minimum age: 15 years
Equipment: not included
Program: Plan, prepare and make 4 deep dives up to 40 meters
Take your diving skills to new depths with the exhilarating PADI Deep Diver Course offered by Zingaro Diving Center, a leading dive center in Castellammare del Golfo.
This program is designed to equip you with the knowledge and techniques necessary to explore dive sites down to 40 meters (130 feet) safely and confidently.
Under the guidance of our experienced PADI instructors, you’ll embark on four thrilling deep dives, where you’ll learn to manage your gas supply, deal with gas narcosis, practice buddy contact procedures, and perfect your buoyancy control at depth.
Many other courses are available, ask which one you would like to do!
Padi Sidemount Diver
Duration: 2 days
Maximum Depth: not applicable
Minimum age: 15 years
Equipment: sidemount equipment included
Program: 1 confined dive and 3 open water dives
A sidemount configuration (scuba tanks alongside of the diver) offers more flexibility, better streamlining options and less backproblems. Just enter the water, clip your cylinders on and go!
To enroll in the PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty course, you must be at least 15 years old and be a PADI Open Water Diver.
During your dives, a lot of attention will be put into your trim, buoyancy control and finning techniques.
After discovering sidemount diving , your dives will never be the same again. Join the extremely balanced family now!
Many other courses are available, ask which one you would like to do!
Padi PPB
Duration: 1 day/2 dives
Maximum Depth: 18 meters
Minimum age: 10 years
Equipment: not included
Program: some theory and 2 boatdives
Perfect buoyancy control is the hallmark of skilled scuba divers. At Zingaro Diving Center Dive Center, we are excited to offer you the opportunity to master this essential skill with our PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy course in Castellammare del Golfo.
Whether you are a beginner diver looking to elevate your buoyancy skills or an experienced diver seeking to refine your techniques, this speciality course is designed to take your diving to new heights.
During the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty course in Castellammare del Golfo, our experienced instructors will guide you through various techniques and exercises to help you achieve effortless gliding, conserve air, and maintain perfect trim underwater.
You’ll learn to ascend, descend, or hover almost as if by thought, enhancing your ability to observe marine life without disturbing its habitat.
This not only enhances your diving experience but also contributes to the preservation of the delicate coral life in the Sicily.
Many other courses are available, ask which one you would like to do!
Padi Enriched Air Nitrox
Duration: 1 day
Maximum Depth: according to your mixture
Minimum age: 12 years
Equipment: not included
Program: theory and 2 boatdives with 32 % nitroxtanks
Welcome to Zingaro Diving Center Dive Centre in Castellammare del Golfo, where we offer an incredible opportunity to dive with Enriched Air Nitrox, also known as EANx or Nitrox.
This speciality gas mixture allows you to extend your bottom time and maximize your underwater adventures like never before.
If you’re eager to enhance your diving experience and explore the stunning waters of the Sicily with more than no decompression time, our PADI Enriched Air Diver Specialty course is the perfect choice for you.
Many other courses are available, ask which one you would like to do!
PADI Master Scuba Diver
Duration: variable
Maximum Depth: variable
Minimum age: 12 y – junior and 15y – adults
Equipment: excluded
Program: upon completion you should be a Rescue diver and hold 5 Padi specialty courses
Embark on the ultimate diving achievement and join the ranks of elite divers with the PADI Master Scuba Diver certification in Sicily.
This comprehensive program is designed to showcase your extensive diving experience and expertise across various underwater environments, making you a respected and admired diver among your peers.
From earning your PADI Open Water certification to completing advanced training and specialty courses, the Master Scuba Diver rating is a testament to your commitment, passion, and dedication to the world of scuba diving.
Many other courses are available, ask which one you would like to do!
