Overview
The PADI® Rescue Diver course is a transformative experience that fundamentally changes your perspective, shifting your focus from your own gear to the well-being of those around you. Often cited as the most rewarding program a diver can take, it teaches you to look beyond your own pressure gauge and recognize the subtle signs of stress or equipment issues in others, allowing you to intervene before a minor hiccup becomes a major incident. By mastering emergency management and life-saving techniques through realistic, hands-on scenarios, you’ll build an unshakable sense of confidence and self-reliance in the water. While the training is rigorous and the subject matter serious, the camaraderie built during these challenges makes it an incredibly fun and social experience that ultimately makes you a more relaxed, capable, and sought-after dive buddy
Additional Information
Locations
Shop: House of Scuba – 5141 Santa Fe St #A, San Diego, CA 92109
Pool Dives: USD – Torero Way, San Diego, CA 92110
Ocean Dives: La Jolla Shores – 8300 Camino del Oro, La Jolla, CA 92037
Class Schedule
- Weekend 1: ONE day in the pool, sessions begin at 10am and finish around 3pm
- Weekend 2: Saturday & Sunday open water dives begin at 7am
Requirements
- E-learning must be completed prior to your first pool session
- Have a PADI Advanced Diver certification (or have a qualifying certification from another organization)
- Have current First aid and CPR within the previous two years (We can add this on to the class)
- Ages 12+
What’s Included & What You’ll Need
Included:
- Instruction from certified PADI professionals
Required (Student-Provided):
- Full SCUBA kit including personal gear (Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Booties, Gloves, Hood) (also available to rent)
- PADI Rescue Diver E-learning Course
Your Next Adventure
After completing the PADI Rescue course, increase your diving skills and explore new underwater environments by taking the PADI Divemaster.
Already Have Your Rescue Diver Certification?
Increase your confidence and diving skills by taking our Peak Performance Buoyancy Course or any number of other exciting Specialties.
Are you ready to experience one of the most adventurous activities possible? Click below to schedule your class. Still have questions? Give us a call at 858-581-2800 and ask to speak with one of our Scuba Instructors.
- Age 12+
- Two Weekends
- Starts at $499
- Students must complete the PADI Rescue Diver E-learning Course ($199)
- Advanced Diver Certification
- Emergency First Aid and CPR Certification
- Completed a Medical Statement