PADI Side Mount Course

PADI Side Mount Course

Discover a new, streamlined way to dive with the PADI® Side Mount Course. Learn how to configure and dive with tanks on your side rather than your back — offering improved comfort, flexibility, and balance underwater. This course is designed to enhance buoyancy control and make gear handling more efficient and accessible.

  • Duration: 2 days
  • Course prerequisites: Open Water Diver certification, good buoyancy control skills recommended
  • Includes: Side mount configuration training, confined and open water dives, equipment rental & air fills

Price: £350

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What You Will Learn

  • How to properly set up and configure side mount equipment
  • Techniques for adjusting weight and trim for perfect balance
  • Streamlining and positioning cylinders for ease and comfort underwater
  • Gas management strategies when diving with multiple cylinders
  • Problem-solving and safety protocols specific to side mount diving

Certification Requirements

Certification

PADI Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification)

Age

15 years or older

Buoyancy Control

Confident buoyancy and trim control skills recommended

Logged Dives

Some prior diving experience suggested for maximum benefit (not required)

Medical Clearance

Medically evaluated and cleared for diving by a physician within the past 12 months

General Questions

What is side mount diving?

Side mount diving is a configuration where you carry one or more cylinders at your sides rather than on your back. This provides greater comfort, streamlining, and flexibility both above and below the water.

Do I need previous experience to take this course?

You need to be a certified Open Water Diver. Prior experience with buoyancy and trim control is helpful, but not required — we’ll help you develop these skills throughout the course.

How long does the course take?

The PADI Side Mount Course is conducted over 2 days, including both theory sessions and multiple training dives.

Do I need to complete a diver medical form?

Yes. All divers are required to complete a medical statement. If you answer ‘Yes’ to any conditions on the form, you will need medical clearance from a physician before participating.

Is equipment rental included?

Yes, rental of side mount equipment and air fills are included as part of the course package.

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