TDI Sidemount Diving
The TDI Sidemount course is designed to teach certified divers how to safely utilize side-mounted primary cylinders as an alternative to the traditional back-mounted configuration. This course can be combined with Solo diver course, Intro to tech, and Decompression procedures. If combined the standards for both courses must be met.
What you can expect to learn?
Gas matching procedures
Gas management utilizing independent cylinders
Psychological Considerations of technical diving
Equipment considerations
Communication (light and hand signals)
Problem solving in a sidemount configuration
Diving in tight or confined spaces
Conservation
Water entries/exits
S-drills specific to sidemount diving
Some of the required skills
Demonstrate various propulsion techniques
Demonstrate adequate buoyancy control
Demonstrate adequate trim
Demonstrate the ability to safely manage gas in independent cylinders
Demonstrate conservation, awareness, and back-referencing techniques
Deploy a lift bag
Carry additional cylinders is optional
Course prerequisites
Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent
Certified as an Open Water Diver or equivalent
Proof of 25 logged open water dives
| Number of dives | 3 |
| Max Depth | – |
| Duration | 3 days |
| Configuration | Sidemount |
