PADI Delayed Surface Marker Buoy (DSMB) Deployment

 A DSMB is a vital piece of safety equipment for any diver. It allows you to signal your location to people on the surface, give yourself a reference point for an ascent when you don't have a fixed line or even summon help in an emergency!

 Short on time? All PADI scuba courses can be upgraded to a one-on-one session organised on your terms - get in touch to arrange your exclusive session HERE.
 

• How to safely and effectively deploy a DSMB from neutral buoyancy in mid water
• The advantages and drawbacks of different kinds of buoys, reels and spools
• Assessing conditions for deployment of DSMBs based on potential hazards
• Preparing and caring for your equipment to ensure smooth, efficient deployment.

First you'll have some theory work to complete at home, before coming in to our Hamilton store one evening to discuss what you've learned with your instructor and complete a review to show your knowledge.

Then we head to Open Water! You'll complete 2 dives over 1 day putting all your new knowledge into action.

In addition to our scheduled courses we also run PADI Speciality Dive Courses on request - get in touch today!
 

Why Wild Blue?

Simple, we put one thing above all else – giving you the best possible customer experience. As such we only offer the very best diver training.

Small Groups – have a maximum student to instructor ratio of 4 to 1, half the maximum limit allowed by PADI, so you get all the instructor time you need and can enjoy as much time in the water as possible.

The PADI Advantage – We are Hamilton’s premier PADI dive centre. PADI is the world’s most sought after diver training agency certifying more students, in more countries, through more dive centres than any other training agency in the world. Your PADI Open Water certification carries that authority and is recognised the world over.

Experienced, Highly Qualified Instructors – Our staff have trained students across the world and New Zealand, from the Bay of Islands to Bluff.

What's Included?

All your PADI materials and certification fee, 2 open water dives with an instructor and one theory session.

Equipment and any charter fees are not included.

Prerequisites

• PADI (junior) Open Water Diver (or equivalent).
• At least 12 years of age. Parental consent required for divers under 18.
• Proof of dives within the last 12 months and reasonable buoyancy control.
• Be medically fit to dive