SDI Search and Recovery Course
The SDI (Scuba Diving International) Search and Recovery Course at Dive Subculture Technical is your essential training for mastering underwater search techniques and recovery methods. Search and recovery diving allows you to locate lost items, conduct organized searches, and handle retrieval tasks safely and effectively. This course equips you with the knowledge and skills required to manage these scenarios, making every dive mission-focused and rewarding.
At Dive Subculture Technical, we focus on practical, hands-on learning to ensure each diver becomes comfortable with the challenges of search and recovery. Our SDI Search and Recovery Course emphasizes methodical search patterns, buoyancy control, and effective teamwork with your dive buddy. You’ll learn to plan and execute searches, manage lifting devices, and safely recover items from various underwater environments—ensuring a precise and efficient experience.
What makes Dive Subculture Technical unique is the expertise our instructors bring from both recreational and technical diving backgrounds. Whether you’re learning search and recovery for personal interest or for more advanced operations, our team offers deep insights into safety protocols, equipment use, and search planning.
Through a combination of classroom instruction and open water sessions, our instructors guide you step by step through the process of planning and executing underwater searches. You’ll practice handling lift bags, navigating search patterns, and making controlled retrievals—building your confidence as you become adept at search and recovery tasks.
Upon completing the SDI Search and Recovery Course, you’ll be equipped with the skills and knowledge to conduct search dives around the world. Whether you’re looking to locate lost gear, assist with marine projects, or just hone your dive skills, this course gives you the confidence to tackle these tasks effectively. With the guidance of Dive Subculture Technical, you’ll be fully prepared to make every search and recovery dive a success.
Why Choose Us?
Experienced Instructors
Learn from seasoned technical divers who are passionate about teaching.
Stunning Dive Locations
Train in the spectacular waters of Khao Lak, Malapascua and Yangon.
Personalized Learning
Enjoy small class sizes for tailored instruction and maximum attention.
Top-Quality Gear
Dive with state-of-the-art equipment that is meticulously maintained
SDI Search and Recovery Course
The SDI Search and Recovery Course at Dive Subculture Technical trains divers to conduct organized underwater searches with confidence, transforming potentially challenging situations into successful, rewarding experiences. Search and recovery diving offers the opportunity to locate and retrieve lost items, manage underwater searches, and assist with marine conservation projects. This course equips you with essential skills for safe and effective recovery, ensuring you can handle these unique underwater tasks with ease.
At Dive Subculture Technical, our SDI Search and Recovery Course emphasizes hands-on training to help divers become proficient in search patterns, buoyancy control, and working with lift bags. You’ll learn how to conduct thorough searches, handle recovery equipment, and work effectively with a dive buddy—building your confidence and making each recovery dive smooth and successful.
The SDI Search and Recovery Course is designed for divers who want to expand their skill set to locate and retrieve lost items underwater. It’s ideal for divers interested in developing technical skills for personal use, assisting with marine projects, or preparing for professional diving roles that involve underwater search tasks. Whether you’re a recreational diver or looking to deepen your knowledge for future dive missions, this course provides valuable experience in handling complex underwater searches.
- Minimum Age: 18 years old (or 10 with parental consent).
- Certification Requirement: SDI Open Water Diver certification or equivalent from a recognized agency.
- Health Requirement: Be physically fit to handle diving activities, especially in moving waters.
In this course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of underwater search and recovery, including:
- Search Patterns: Different search methods, such as expanding square, circular, and jackstay patterns, and when to apply each one
- Buoyancy and Navigation Skills: Techniques for maintaining buoyancy control while performing search tasks and navigating underwater environments
- Use of Recovery Equipment: Handling lift bags, ropes, and other recovery tools safely and effectively
- Planning and Executing Searches: How to set up search operations, work with a buddy or team, and safely retrieve objects from the underwater environment
- Environmental Awareness: Techniques for minimizing impact on delicate marine ecosystems during search and recovery tasks
Completing the SDI Search and Recovery Course equips you with:
- Enhanced Diving Skills: Confidence and precision in performing underwater search and recovery dives
- Technical Expertise: Knowledge of search patterns, recovery techniques, and equipment use for safe and efficient dives
- New Diving Opportunities: Skills that open up new types of dives, including conservation projects and assisting dive operations
- SDI Certification: A valuable certification that recognizes your expertise in search and recovery, supporting your progression in diving
- Successfully complete all academic and practical skills evaluations
- Actively participate in both classroom and open water sessions
- Demonstrate proficiency in search patterns, recovery techniques, and use of lift bags
SDI Search and Recovery Course
📚 Course Structure
The SDI Search and Recovery Course at Dive Subculture Technical equips divers with essential skills to locate and retrieve objects underwater, making challenging scenarios manageable and rewarding. Below is the detailed breakdown of the course structure, covering knowledge development, optional confined water practice, and open water training, all designed to enhance your abilities in search techniques and recovery operations.
In the academic portion, you’ll learn the foundational knowledge required for effective and safe underwater search and recovery operations. This includes:
- Search Patterns: Understanding different search methods, such as the expanding square, circular, U-pattern, and jackstay techniques, and when to use each.
- Recovery Techniques: Learning the best methods to retrieve items from various underwater environments safely, including handling objects of different weights and shapes.
- Use of Equipment: Familiarization with recovery tools such as lift bags, ropes, and reels, and understanding how to safely operate them.
- Planning and Organization: Techniques for setting up and managing search dives, including risk assessment, team roles, and managing resources.
The open water sessions allow you to apply your skills in a real underwater environment, enhancing your confidence and competency. This portion includes:
- Conducting Actual Searches: Practicing search patterns and adapting them to the conditions and layout of open water environments.
- Recovering Objects: Performing hands-on recovery tasks using lift bags and other tools, and managing objects of varying weights and buoyancies.
- Team Coordination: Applying planning and communication skills in a practical setting, working closely with a buddy or team to achieve successful recoveries.
Course Duration - 2 Days
Academics 1 Day
Pool Session Not Applicable
Open Water 2 Dives
Highest Safety and Standards
Dive Subculture Technical is fully committed to your safety. We conduct our courses following the highest SDI Certifications
Certification, Unlimited Adventures
You’ll unlock access to dive sites worldwide, preparing you for exciting underwater journeys and lifelong exploration.
Personal Learning Experience
We tailor our instruction to match your learning pace and comfort level, ensuring every student builds confidence and skills.
Protect Your Dive Adventure with DAN Insurance
At Dive Subculture Technical, safety is at the heart of every dive, especially as you develop essential skills in our SDI Search and Recovery Course. While search and recovery diving is rewarding, it can also present unique challenges. That’s why we recommend DAN (Divers Alert Network) Insurance—an affordable way to ensure you’re prepared for any situation, both in and out of the water.
For just $65 per year, DAN Insurance provides comprehensive coverage, including medical emergencies, dive accidents, and evacuation services. With DAN by your side, you can focus on honing your search and recovery skills, knowing you are fully protected.
Why Choose DAN Insurance?
- 24/7 Medical Assistance: Immediate support for dive-related emergencies, wherever you are.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Protection for both diving and non-diving incidents.
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What's Included :-
At Dive Subculture Technical, we provide everything you need for a seamless and enjoyable learning experience. Our SDI Search and Recovery Course ensures that you are fully equipped and prepared for your underwater adventure. Here’s what’s included:
Comprehensive Learning Materials
– Access to eLearning modules or printed manuals or through our DST App, covering the theory and fundamentals of diving.
– Classroom sessions (if applicable) for further discussion and Q&A with instructors.
Full Equipment Rental Use of premium scuba gear, including:
– Mask, fins, and snorkel
– Buoyancy Control Device (BCD)
– Regulator with alternate air source and gauges
– Dive computer for real-time monitoring
– Wetsuit appropriate for the dive environment
Open Water Sessions
– Two open water dives at scenic dive sites, applying what you’ve learned under the supervision of our expert instructors.
Certification Fees and SDI Certification Card
– SDI Search and Recovery Diver certification card upon successful completion of the course, valid worldwide.
Logbook
– A dive logbook to document your training dives and track future dives, building your diving portfolio.
Refreshments and Surface Intervals
– Snacks and refreshments during surface intervals to keep you hydrated and energized throughout the day.
Additional Equipments
– Lift Bag (Provided)
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