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Discover the PADI Sidemount Specialty: Elevate Your Diving Experience

Are you ready to take your diving skills to the next level? The PADI Sidemount Specialty course offers an exciting way to enhance your underwater adventures and deepen your diving knowledge.

Why Sidemount Diving?

Sidemount diving provides a completely different experience compared to traditional backmount configurations commonly used in recreational and technical diving. By carrying two tanks mounted on the sides, each with its own independent regulator, this setup offers several significant advantages.

One of the greatest benefits of sidemount diving is the added redundancy it provides. With two tanks and independent regulators, you essentially have a backup system in place, making your dive safer. It’s like having a buddy with you at all times, which boosts both your safety and confidence underwater.

Another key advantage is the incredible flexibility of the sidemount setup. Tanks can be attached before entering the water, while you’re in the water, or even underwater. This flexibility allows you to adjust your gear based on the dive environment and your personal preferences, ensuring a comfortable and smooth dive experience.

Comfort is also a standout feature of sidemount diving. Tanks are secured to the harness using snap bolts and bungees, and the bladder-style BCD worn on your back helps with buoyancy control. This setup enhances your balance and streamlining, making your movements underwater more efficient and comfortable.

Achieving perfect trim is much easier with sidemount diving. The configuration helps divers maintain a horizontal, neutrally buoyant position without excessive finning. This makes for more relaxed and controlled movements, especially beneficial when diving with wetsuits.

Sidemount also opens up access to dive sites that may be difficult or even impossible to reach with a single tank. Whether it’s for deeper dives, longer explorations, or locations requiring extra air, having two tanks offers more options for your diving adventures.

For those interested in technical diving, sidemount is an excellent introduction. While still following no-decompression limits, sidemount diving makes it easier to manage multiple tanks and gear. It’s a smooth transition for those looking to advance into PADI Tec 40, 45, and 50 courses.

Why Take the Course with Us?

We love teaching the PADI Sidemount Specialty because our students consistently share how it transforms their diving experience. The personalized fit, increased safety, and flexibility make sidemount a game-changer. Plus, we offer the course in Eilat, one of the world’s most beautiful dive destinations, making it the perfect place to explore this advanced diving technique.

Ready to Dive In?

Take the next step in your diving journey with the PADI Sidemount Specialty course. Let’s discover new depths together and elevate your diving experience.