PADI eLearning
Study the essential concepts with the included PADI eLearning.
Course
Dive Against Debris (VIP)
150 CHFPrice per person
Specialty
Dive Against Debris
Age
From age 10
Duration
1 dive
Theory
PADI eLearning included
From age 10 — Turn your passion for diving into positive action with the PADI AWARE Dive Against Debris specialty. You’ll learn how to conduct an underwater survey, remove debris when it can be done safely, and collect useful data to help protect the environment. Guided by a PADI Instructor, you’ll take part in a survey dive and learn how to submit your observations to contribute to a global database on marine debris. PADI describes this as a one-dive specialty, open from age 10.
For enquiries or bookings, contact us at info@swiss-diving.ch.
Course details
- PADI materials and eLearning included.
- Available as a private session or in a private group (family or friends)
- You must have your own equipment
- Duration: 1 dive
- Requirements: Minimum age 10 and PADI Junior Open Water Diver certification or equivalent
Why take this course?
Take practical action to help protect dive sites and aquatic environments.
Learn how to survey underwater debris.
Contribute to a database that helps improve our understanding of marine debris.
Learn how to remove certain debris while prioritizing your safety and the environment.
What you’ll learn
- How to prepare for and conduct a Dive Against Debris survey.
- How to observe and document debris found on the bottom.
- How to remove debris only when it can be done safely.
- How to submit survey data in line with the PADI AWARE protocol.
How does the course work?
Preparation
Your instructor will explain the survey objectives, safety guidelines, and how to observe and document debris.
Survey dive
Put your skills into practice on a supervised Dive Against Debris survey dive.
Submit your data
Learn how the data you collect can contribute to monitoring marine debris.
What’s included
- PADI eLearning
- Training with a PADI Instructor
- 1 survey dive
What to bring
- Your own diving equipment
- Swimsuit and towel
Prerequisites
- Be at least 10 years old.
- Hold a PADI Junior Open Water Diver certification or an equivalent certification.
- PADI also accepts PADI Freediver and PADI Advanced Mermaid certifications.
Where does the course take place?
Swiss Diving runs activities and courses in French-speaking Switzerland. Sites are selected according to the course plan, participants’ experience, and diving conditions.
MartignyValais
St-TriphonVaud
Vevey / ChillonVaud
What’s next?
Frequently asked questions
What’s the minimum age for this specialty?
The specialty is available from age 10, subject to the applicable certification requirements.
How many dives does the course include?
The Dive Against Debris specialty includes one survey dive.
Is PADI eLearning included?
Yes. PADI eLearning is included.
What certification do I need?
You need a PADI Junior Open Water Diver certification or an equivalent certification. PADI also accepts PADI Freediver and PADI Advanced Mermaid certifications.
Will I remove every piece of debris I find?
No. You’ll learn to remove only debris that can be handled safely, and to document observed debris according to the survey protocol.