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                                                PADI Surface Marker Buoy Specialty

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                                                This distinctive specialty is a must for coastal diving!  Gain confidence in using Surface Marker Buoys, launching delayed SMB using different techniques and equipment.


                                                This Specialty also counts toward your Master Scuba Diver Rating!


                                                Learn about :

                                                Over a knowledge development session, a pool session and two open water dives you will learn:
                                                • Why and when to use a DSMB/SMB
                                                • Effects of tides and currents
                                                • Types of Surface Marker Buoys
                                                • Types of reels
                                                • Methods of delayed SMB deployment
                                                • Risks and hazards of SMB use
                                                • Preparing the delayed SMB for use

                                                What do I need?


                                                We provide a variety of equipment for use during the course. If you have your own DSMB & Reel then make sure you bring them along, you can use yours to gain confidence in your own equipment. 

                                                Prerequisites for this course, you must be:
                                                • A  PADI Open Water Diver  (or equivalent certification from another organisation)
                                                • At least 12 years old
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                                                Our Surface Marker Buoy Specialty is 

                                                £125.00
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