Private Wreck Diving (SDI or NAUI)

Service Description

Private SDI or NAUI Wreck Diving Specialty The Private SDI or NAUI Wreck Diving Specialty course offers certified divers a unique, tailored experience to explore underwater wrecks with confidence and safety. Conducted on a Lake Michigan dive charter, this course focuses on developing essential wreck diving skills. For SDI students, it includes training for limited penetration, allowing safe entry into designated areas of the wreck. Course Overview Personalized Theory Session: Begin with customized sessions on wreck diving safety, dive planning, navigation, and limited penetration protocols (for SDI divers). Learn to assess wreck stability, manage hazards, and use specialty tools like lines and reels, ensuring safe exploration. Private Wreck Dives on Lake Michigan: Experience wreck diving firsthand with private dives on local sites. Your instructor will guide you through key skills like line management, navigation, and light communication, essential for safe wreck exploration. For SDI divers, limited penetration training offers the chance to enter specific areas of the wreck under controlled conditions. Equipment Requirements To complete the course, the following gear is required: Personal Gear: Mask, fins, and snorkel. Exposure Protection: Wetsuit or drysuit suitable for Lake Michigan. Specialty Equipment: Slate and Underwater Writing Pencil: For logging notes or mapping. Compass: Essential for accurate navigation in low visibility or within wrecks. Reel with Minimum 150 Feet of Line: Needed for marking entry points and safe exits in limited penetration. Provided Equipment: Tanks, primary regulators, weights, and BCDs are included. Why Take the Private Wreck Diving Specialty? One-on-One Instruction: Personalized coaching focused on your specific skill level and goals. Safe Wreck Exploration: Gain skills in wreck navigation and, for SDI students, limited penetration. Lake Michigan Dive Experience: Practice wreck diving on exciting local sites, building hands-on experience. This private course is ideal for divers who want to expand their skills in a personalized setting. Dive into the world of wrecks safely and confidently, exploring the mysteries of Lake Michigan’s submerged history!