The Descent Journey
Every stage has a clear standard before moving to the next
Every stage has a clear standard before moving to the next
See the exact standard and skills needed at each stage before moving on
Familiar with gear, breathing technique, basic buoyancy control
Comfortably breathing underwater for at least 10 minutes
Practicing basic problem-handling within direct sight of the instructor
Handles common situations independently with on-site guidance
Applying skills in real conditions with mild current
Completes assessment dives together with the instructor
Navigation, holding formation, and supporting dive buddies in a small group
Ready to consider the Advanced Skills course
How fast a student moves through each stage depends on their comfort and actual skill, not a fixed timeline. We don't use an automated readiness tool — the decision to move to the next stage is always based on the instructor's direct assessment during class.