GUE Drysuit Primer

Course Overview & Training Objectives

Focuses on developing competence and comfort diving a drysuit within a standardized equipment configuration. Instruction targets undergarment selection for thermal protection, auto-exhaust valve tuning, torso bubble management, and inverted float recovery. Divers refine neutral buoyancy and horizontal trim using the suit primarily for insulation and the wing for buoyancy.

Operational Envelope

• Max Depth: 18m (60ft)
• Decompression: No decompression
• Breathing Gases: Air / Nitrox 32%
• Equipment Rig: Single or Double

Course Structure & Training Requirements

• Course Duration: 1 to 2 Days
• Required Training Dives: 2 in-water dives
• Classroom & Theory: 6 hours instruction

Entry Gates & Prerequisites

Autonomous diver certification