BSAC Sports Diver

Course Overview & Training Objectives

BSAC's intermediate qualification extending diver depth to 35m (progressively to 40m with experience) and introducing planned mandatory decompression stops. Curriculum features 6 lecture modules, sheltered water rescue drills, and 5 open water training dives integrating rescue, pilotage, and assistant dive management. Qualifies divers to plan and execute decompression dives and handle in-water emergencies.

Operational Envelope

• Max Depth: 35m (115ft)
• Decompression: Unlimited (subject to planning)
• Breathing Gases: Air or Nitrox
• Equipment Rig: Single

Course Structure & Training Requirements

• Course Duration: Club-based or 3 to 4 Days
• Required Training Dives: 5 in-water dives
• Classroom & Theory: 12 hours instruction

Entry Gates & Prerequisites

Min age 12, BSAC Ocean Diver (or recognized ISO 24801-2 entry equivalent from PADI, SSI, etc.), medical self-declaration