TDI Stage Cave Diver

This course is designed to teach trained cave divers how to extend bottom times and/or penetration distance through the use of stage cylinders. Divers will learn to plan dives that may incorporate longer bottom times, complex dive planning, and multiple methods of gas management. With respect to depth, gas mixes, and required decompression, course dives will not exceed the student’s current level of certification and experience level.

The TDI Stage Cave Diver will be familiar with the motivations for extended bottom times and penetration as well as the equipment considerations for this type of diving. The instructor will review proper equipment rigging and streamlining while training for decompression cave dive planning and execution. Cylinder staging techniques as well as multiple cylinder manipulation will also be covered during this program

Prerequisites

Be a TDI Full Cave Diver
Be a TDI Extended Range Diver or Equivalent

Course Duration: 3 days
Price: 35,000 Baht

Testimonials:

Quote start Jack (TDI Stage Cave Diver Testimonial) The trip to Khao Sok and Song Hong was one of the most incredible trips of my life. We started the courses in amazing conditions in Khao Sok. At the start it was very challenging, but as I progressed it all came together, and when we got to Song Hong I felt fully prepared for the Stage Cave course and the deeper dives. Diving in Song Hong was exhilarating, especially the last dive where I led the traverse from the small pond to the big pond. Mind-blowing. Many thanks to Craig for his teaching and patience, and I am really hoping I get another chance to go back!