dry suit diving
Dive all year round. Stay dry. Enjoy it more.
Germany has fantastic diving spots—but the water is cold. If you want to dive year-round, a dry suit is practically a must. The Dry Suit Diving course teaches you everything you need to know: the differences between suit types, proper handling, buoyancy control with the suit, and special techniques for emergency situations. This way, you can dive in complete comfort even in January.
AT A GLANCE
Minimum age 14 years of age (for minors, consent of both legal guardians is required)
Prerequisite Open Water Diver * or equivalent certification
Required dives 5 dives (proof required before the course begins)
Course content 2 theory sessions + 2 dives with dry suit equipment
Recommended Bring your own dry suit or rent one upon request
Certification S.U.B. International Dry Suit Diving certification card
WHAT YOU'LL BE ABLE TO DO AFTER THE COURSE
After completing the drysuit diving course, you will be able to confidently and independently handle the equipment and master the techniques required for diving in a drysuit. Specifically, you will be able to:
Distinguish between the different types of dry suits and evaluate their respective characteristics.
Put on, use, and care for your dry suit safely and properly.
Properly balancing your suit – using the air control system in your drysuit effectively and safely.
Practice specific training and rescue techniques using a dry suit, such as in the event of uncontrolled buoyancy.
Theory
Types and Materials of Dry Suits: Membrane vs. Neoprene Suits
Care, maintenance, and leak testing of the suit
The Physics of Buoyancy Control in a Dry Suit: Air Management, Buoyancy, and Movement Techniques
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Rescue Techniques: What to Do in Case of Uncontrolled Ascent, Emergency Buoyancy
Cold-weather gear and base layers: how to layer them properly for German waters
Practice
During both practical dives, you’ll practice using your drysuit in the water: putting it on, buoyancy control, air management, and movement techniques—until the suit feels natural. Rescue techniques are also practiced hands-on. Your dive instructor will guide you through each step.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age: 14 years. Minors must provide a written consent form signed by their legal guardians (usually both parents).
Certification level: Open Water Diver * or an equivalent certification as listed in the s.u.b. equivalency list.
At least 5 documented dives in the logbook.
Fitness for diving
Bring your own drysuit or rent one upon request
HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED
Theory instruction by a qualified s.u.b. diving instructor
2 practical dives using dry suit equipment
Course materials
Dry Suit Diving Certification Card upon successful completion