Manta Lodge & Scuba Centre

Extended Range course

From AUD $2,995.00

Duration: 6 Days (approx.)
Location: Point Lookout, QLD
Product code: SSIXRC

The Extended Range/Limited trimix course builds on the technical foundations gained during the XR Nitrox course and focuses on mastering decompression procedures. You will use gas mixes of up to 100% oxygen for accelerated decompression profiles to a maximum of 25 minutes.

During the program we look at and discuss the benefits of a technical diving system, and run through a gear configuration session. On the Open Water Dives, we slowly progress from 20 metre and 30 metre dives through to the final dives at 45 metres utilising trimix as a bottom gas. Some of the skills include stage tank management, gas sharing and problem solving. There is a large emphasis placed on team work and situational awareness.

Prerequisites

SSI Deep diver (or equivalent)
SSI Nitrox (or equivalent)
SSI Stress/Rescue (or equivalent)
50 logged dives

Inclusions

Tanks/Weights
8 Boat dives
Pool entry
Air/Nitrox fills (membrane only)
SSI Extended range and limited trimix certifications

Exclusions

Dive equipment as per XR equipment requirements list
Accommodation
Ferry
Oxygen/Helium fills
Instructor oxygen/helium (split between students)

Equipment requirements

Full Extended range total diving system suitable for twin tank diving (backmount or sidemount)
2 x Dive computer including one capable of programmed decompression. We use and recommend Halcyon and Shearwater dive computers
Accessories as per XR gear list requirements

Schedule