Training Courses

Northland Dive Runs PADI courses and is one of two TDI Training Facilities in the North Island of NZ. Contact us to schedule in your next course.


TDI Courses

Nitrox Diver -Includes 2 Dives $245.oo   

This is the entry level certification course for recreational divers wishing to utilize enriched air nitrox (EAN) as a breathing gas. The objective of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures for using nitrox mixes from 22% to 40% oxygen content.

Advanced Nitrox Diver -Includes 4 Dives $425.oo

This course examines the use of EAN 21 through 100% (oxygen) for optimal mixes to a depth
of 130fsw/40msw. The object of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures for utilizing EAN 21 through 100% (oxygen) for dives not requiring staged decompression. (Decompression techniques may be combined with this course at the discretion
of the instructor).

Decompression Procedures -Includes 4 Dives $425.oo 

This course examines the theory, methods and procedures of planned stage decompression diving. The objective of this course is to train divers how to plan and conduct a standard staged decompression dive not exceeding a maximum depth of 150fsw/45msw unless taught in conjunction with advanced nitrox, Extended Range or Advanced Wreck Courses. The most common equipment requirements, gear set-ups, decompression techniques and decompression mixtures (including oxygen and nitrox) are presented.

Advanced Nitrox & Decompression Procedures – Includes 6 Dives $695.oo

This course examines the theory, methods and procedures of planned stage decompression diving in conjunction with the use of Nitrox. The objective of this course is to train divers how to plan and conduct a standard staged decompression dive using Nitrox not exceeding a maximum depth of 150fsw/45msw, Extended Range or Advanced Wreck Courses. The most common equipment requirements, gear set-ups, decompression techniques and decompression mixtures (including oxygen and nitrox) are presented.

Extended Range Diver -Includes 6 Dives $695.oo   

This course provides the training and experience required to competently utilize air for dives up to 180 fsw/55msw that require staged decompression, utilizing Nitrox mixtures and oxygen during decompression.

 

PADI Courses

Open Water Diver $595.oo (includes Gear), $485.oo (excludes Gear)

As a certified PADI Open Water Diver, the most widely recognized and respected rating in the world, you have the freedom to dive with a buddy independent of a professional. If you already tried a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience or are PADI Scuba Diver certified, check with
your instructor to see how credit from these courses may apply to the open water program.

Advanced Open Water Diver $545.oo (includes Gear), $495.oo (excludes Gear)

The Adventures in Diving program offers both the Adventure Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver certifications. If you complete any three adventure dives, you can earn your PADI Adventure Diver certification. If you complete your Deep Adventure Dive, Underwater Navigation Adventure Dive and three Adventure Dives for a total of five, you can earn your Advanced Open Water Diver certification.

Wreck Specialty (compulsory Nitrox)  $560.oo (includes Gear), $495.oo (excludes Gear)
The PADI Wreck specialty course teaches you the skills required for Wreck diving, and you will make 4 Wreck Dives in Open Water on the Canterbury Wreck.   This is fun diving while developing and refining the skills you need for Wreck diving.  This price includes 4 Nitrox fills

PADI Wreck Specialty & TDI Nitrox –Combined Courses
$660.oo (includes Gear), $595.oo (excludes Gear)

Northland Dive have incorporated the 2 Dives
required for the TDI Nitrox Course into
the PADI Wreck Course.

The PADI Wreck specialty course teaches you the skills required for Wreck diving, and you will make 4 Wreck Dives in Open Water on the Canterbury Wreck.  This is fun diving while developing and refining the skills you need for Wreck diving.

This is the entry level certification course for recreational divers wishing to utilize enriched air Nitrox (EAN) as a breathing gas. The objective of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures for using nitrox mixes from 22% to 40% oxygen content.  This price includes 4 Nitrox fills

Rescue Diver  $545.oo (includes Gear), $495.oo (excludes Gear)

Rewarding and fun – that best describes the PADI Rescue Diver course. This course will expand your knowledge and experience level: Rescue Divers learn to look beyond themselves and consider the safety and well being of other divers. Although this course is serious, it is an enjoyable way to build your confidence.

DiveMaster -Dive Professional POA

Take the first step in your dive career and become a PADI Divemaster. Working closely with a PADI Instructor, you'll expand your dive knowledge and hone your skills as you become a dive professional. PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership abilities by training you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers.

**Minimum of 4 people per course