SIDEMOUNT DIVING IN FRANKFURT
The elegant, versatile, and safe way to dive—give it a try or learn from scratch.
Sidemount diving originated in cave diving and is becoming increasingly popular in recreational and wreck diving, as well as in technical diving. The reasons are compelling: redundancy, flexibility, easy access to the valves, perfect trim, and an underwater aesthetic that is second to none.
However, sidemount diving requires proper training—through hands-on practice, theoretical knowledge, and personalized instruction. That’s exactly why we offer two programs tailored to your needs.
All sidemount courses at the Frankfurt Dive Center are led by an experienced sidemount instructor who specializes exclusively in this field. Maximum class size: 2 – to ensure full attention and maximum learning success.
DISCOVER SIDEMOUNT — THE TRIAL DIVE
An afternoon or evening at the indoor pool where you’ll experience what it feels like to float perfectly in the water. Suitable for motivated divers with at least an Open Water Diver certification who are curious about sidemount diving.
Procedure
Meet us at the dive center. The sidemount instructor will show you the equipment and set it up individually for each participant. This will be followed by a dive briefing.
At the indoor pool, you’ll dive under constant guidance and supervision—with the smile that’s practically guaranteed when sidemount diving. After about an hour underwater and plenty of tips from the instructor, you’ll have a clear sense of whether sidemount diving is your thing.
Equipment
Provided by:
XDEEP Stealth 2.0 TEC Harness with bladder and SCUBA FORCE sidemount regulator set, including tanks.
Recommended:
Dry suit
Requirements
At least Open Water Diver
Fitness for diving
Swimming skills
Duration & Format
A Saturday afternoon · Max. 2 participants · Dates to be arranged individually
PRICE: €159 per person
SIDEMOUNT Basics
A training program that goes far beyond the usual specialty certifications:
5 days of intensive training, including theory, on-land workshops, open-water practice, and video analysis.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
Setting up, configuring, and fine-tuning your sidemount gear
Different types of scuba tanks and how they behave in the water
Methods for getting in and out, and for loading and unloading the tanks
Different finning techniques
Working with bottles and hoses underwater
Gas management, emergency scenarios, team communication
Perfect trim – rediscover diving
Procedure
Day 1 — Dive Center: Theory and equipment setup. Rigging the tanks, configuring the regulators, assembling and adjusting the harness, and fine-tuning all components.
Day 2 — Indoor Pool: Land-based workshop, in-water training, and initial video analysis. Fine-tuning the equipment.
Days 3–5 — Open Water: Daily shore-based workshop before diving, in-water training, followed by video analysis with possible adjustments to the setup.
Video analysis included
All dives are recorded on video (optional) and reviewed together. You will receive the recordings after the course—an integral part of the program.
Requirements
At least Open Water Diver
valid medical certificate for diving
Swimming skills
For the basic course, you'll need your own sidemount gear, including a drysuit. As a course participant, you'll receive a 10% discount on all sidemount components—from harnesses and regulators to tanks. We’re happy to help you choose the right setup.
Duration & Format
5-day intensive course · Max. 2 participants · Dates, schedule, and open-water locations to be arranged individually
PRICE: €1,299 per person for 1 person, €990 per person for 2 people
