Sidemount Course in Playa del Carmen

Streamline Your Setup – Learn Sidemount Diving with the SDI / TDI Sidemount Course in the Ocean or Cenotes!

Highlights of the SDI / TDI Sidemount Course

• 2-day SDI / TDI Sidemount Course
• Includes eLearning and all course materials
• 2 training dives (choose between cenote or ocean)
• All technical sidemount equipment available for rent
• Learn cylinder rigging, trim, propulsion, gas switching & shutdowns
• Small groups
• Certification fees included
• Experienced technical instructors
• All taxes and entrance/marina fees included

Description of the SDI / TDI Sidemount Course

The SDI / TDI Sidemount Course introduces you to one of the most versatile and efficient gear configurations in diving. Whether you’re exploring tight cave passages or simply want better gas redundancy, sidemount diving enhances balance, comfort, and streamlining.

Over two days, you’ll learn how to set up, adjust, and dive a sidemount rig in either a cenote or ocean environment—your choice. You’ll also practice safety drills, buoyancy control, proper trim, gas management, and cylinder handling.

Courses are available every day!

What to Expect

• Day 1: Gear Workshop + Confined Skills (approx. 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM) – 4-hour classroom session (theory, configuration, hose routing, gas management, trim) and a 2-hour confined/pool session to dial in fit, buoyancy and core sidemount skills.
• Day 2: Sidemount Dives 2 & 3
  • Ocean Option: ~12:30 PM – 3:30 PM, two guided shallow reef dives focused on real-world skills.
  • Cenote Option: ~8:30 AM – 2:30 PM, two guided dives in cenotes for precision buoyancy and control.

  You’ll fine-tune shutdowns, practice gas switches, work on propulsion techniques (frog kick, back kick), and reinforce safety procedures. Once complete, you’ll earn your Sidemount Certification.

Training location and dive sites may vary depending on weather and dive preference.

Price of the SDI / TDI Sidemount Course

The SDI / TDI Sidemount Course in the Ocean is 9000 MXN (≈$486 USD) per person and in the Cenotes it is 12000 MXN (≈$649 USD), covering all training, materials, 2 dives, and certification fees. No hidden costs!

Top sidemount rental equipment is available for an additional 2000 MXN (≈$108 USD).

What’s Included

• SDI Sidemount eLearning and digital materials
• 2 Training Dives in your choice of cenote or ocean
• Entrance or Marina Fees (depending on dive site)
• Shower and Towels in the Dive Center
• Locker in the Dive Center
• Water & Cookies on the Boat

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