PADI Search and Recovery Diver
Find What’s Lost – Recover Like a Pro with the PADI Search and Recovery Specialty […]
Train with a PADI 5 Star Dive Center
Xico Dive Center · PADI Center
S29477 · Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Find What’s Lost – Recover Like a Pro with the PADI Search and Recovery Specialty Course!
Highlights of the Search and Recovery Specialty Course:
- 2-Day PADI Search and Recovery Specialty Course
- Includes theory session
- 4 ocean dives focused on search patterns and lift techniques
- Learn to use lift bags, reels, and search techniques
- PADI certification fees included
- Brand New Rental Equipment included
- All Taxes and Marina Fees included
- Highly Trained Instructors
Description of the Search and Recovery Specialty Course:
The PADI Search and Recovery Specialty is a two-day course for certified divers who want to learn how to locate and recover lost objects underwater. You’ll master search patterns, use a compass underwater, deploy lift bags, and practice recovering items safely. This course teaches important skills for divers who want to recover lost items in different underwater locations.
Courses are available every day!
What to Expect:
- Theory Session – Start with a short class at our dive center. You’ll learn about planning a search operation, selecting the right pattern for different scenarios, tying knots underwater, and using lift bags safely and effectively.
- 4 Ocean Dives – Head out on four training dives over two days to practice what you learned. You’ll work on different search patterns like circular and U-patterns, tying recovery knots, using a lift bag, and working with a buddy to find and recover objects.
- Debrief & Certification – After the dives, your instructor will talk to you about how you did, give you useful tips, and give you your PADI Search and Recovery Specialty Certification.
Price of the Search and Recovery Specialty Course:
The price of the PADI Search and Recovery Course is 5500 MXN (≈$314 USD) per person, including theory, 4 ocean dives, certification, all taxes, and fees. No hidden costs!
What’s Included:
- PADI Search and Recovery Course Materials
- Theory Session
- 4 Ocean Dives Focused on Search and Recovery Training
- Brand New Rental Equipment
- PADI Certification Fees
- Small groups for a more personal experience
- All Taxes and Marina Fees included
- Insurance
- Shower and Towels in the Dive Center
- Locker in the Dive Center
- Water & Cookies on the Boat
Frequently Asked Questions:
What to Bring?
1. Swimsuit. 2. Personal items (camera, hat, sunglasses).
Where to Meet?
We meet at Xico Dive Center, located on Flamingos Street between 40th Street North and 42nd Street North, in the Zazil-Ha neighborhood of Playa del Carmen.
Is certification required?
Yes, you must be at least Advanced Open Water certified to join the PADI Search and Recovery Specialty Course!
What are the benefits of taking this course?
This course helps you develop practical diving skills like search patterns, navigation, knot tying, and using lift bags. It’s great for recovering lost items, working as a dive pro, or preparing for technical diving.
Do I need to complete any theory or exams?
Yes, there’s a bit of independent study to do before the dives. It’s not a full classroom course like the Open Water, but you’ll review some theory. Don’t worry, there’s no exam.
What will I learn during the course?
You’ll learn how to plan a search operation, execute different underwater search patterns, tie recovery knots, and use lift bags to bring objects to the surface.
What is the Cancellation Policy?
If the reservation is canceled or modified up to 24 hours before the activity date, no cancellation fee will be charged. If the reservation is canceled or modified less than 24 hours before the activity, or in the event of a no show, 100% of the prepaid deposit will be charged.
No cancellation fee will apply if the activity is canceled by Xico Dive Center due to weather conditions, port closure, or operational reasons, and cannot be rescheduled.
In the case of cancellations due to medical reasons, no cancellation fee will apply only if a valid medical certificate is provided within 24 hours of the scheduled tour time.
For courses that include PADI or other eLearning materials, the deposit is non refundable once the eLearning has been activated or issued. This is because the training materials remain valid and can still be used by the student, whether they continue the course with us at a later date or complete it with another dive center.
If a course or activity must be postponed, we will always do our best to reschedule it according to availability.
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