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Ditch the tank-on-the-back — dive with more freedom and balance.
The PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty teaches you how to use two tanks mounted at your sides, making diving more streamlined and comfortable. Ideal for those who want better gas management, trim, and even a step toward tech diving.
About the Course
The PADI Sidemount Diver Specialty introduces a fresh and efficient way to scuba dive — using two smaller tanks mounted along your sides, rather than a single tank on your back. This configuration offers greater comfort, improved balance, and more streamlined movement underwater.Originally developed for cave and technical diving, sidemount has become increasingly popular among recreational divers thanks to its versatility, safety benefits, and excellent gas management. At Seawave Diving Phuket, you'll train with certified sidemount instructors in both shallow and deeper environments. Whether you're looking to improve your buoyancy, extend your dive time, or take the first step toward technical diving, this course is a fantastic next step.
What you will learn
- How to set up and configure sidemount gear
- Proper weighting and trim for streamlined movement
- Switching between tanks and gas supply control
- Problem handling and safety procedures
- Different kick styles like as Back Kick, frog kick ...
Requirements:
- PADI Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Minimum age: 15
- Medically fit to dive
- Recent diving experience recommended
Fantastic Way To Improve Your Dive Skills And Embrace Underwater Freedom
OUR SIDEMOUNT PACKAGE Options
Seawave Diving offers flexible Sidemount Diver packages designed for comfort, control, and streamlined diving. Learn with expert instructors in the clear waters of Phuket and discover a whole new way to dive with confidence.
Beach Dive
11900
฿
November to April Only
- 3 open water dives shore
- Only available November to April
- Full sidemount harness and gear
- Digital learning or printed materials
- Meet at our Dive Shop
3 Sidemount dives boat
14600
฿
Oecan Lovers
- Full sidemount harness and gear rental
- Digital learning materials or manual
- Instructor session and certification
- Dive insurance and transfers (selected areas)
Popular
Combo Sidemount + Deep Diver
20500
฿
3 Days Course
- PADI Sidemount Diver Certification (3 dives)
- PADI Deep Diver Specialty
- All equipment, transfers & instructor time
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
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