Ready to effortlessly cover more ground, see more amazing sights, and add a thrilling new dimension to your dives? The SDI Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) specialty course at Sink or Swim Scuba will teach you how to safely and effectively use an underwater scooter, like our fantastic Lefet S1 Pro DPVs! Whether you dream of cruising over reefs or exploring larger dive sites around Lake Norman, Lake Wylie, or on your next dive trip, our DPV course is your ticket to adventure.

Serving divers in Charlotte, Mooresville, Lake Wylie, Gastonia, and surrounding North Carolina and South Carolina areas, we're your local experts for specialized scuba training.

Why Take the SDI DPV Diver Course with Us?

• Explore Further, See More: DPVs allow you to cover significantly more area during your dive, meaning more chances for incredible marine life encounters and discovering hidden gems.
• Conserve Energy & Air: Glide through the water with ease, saving your energy and reducing air consumption, leading to longer, more enjoyable dives.
• Maximize Your Dive Time: Spend less time kicking and more time exploring!
• Pure Fun! Let's be honest, zipping around underwater with a DPV is an absolute blast!
• Accessible Diving: DPVs can be a great aid for divers who may have limited leg use or want to reduce physical exertion.
• Expert Instruction: Learn from experienced SDI instructors who will guide you every step of the way.
• Hands-On with Top Gear: We utilize reliable and fun Lefet S1 Pro DPVs in our training, which are also available for rent! Get familiar with the gear you can continue to dive with.

What You'll Learn in Your DPV Certification Course:

Our comprehensive SDI Diver Propulsion Vehicle course covers everything you need to become a confident and safe DPV diver, including:

• DPV Dive Planning: Understanding procedures, techniques, and managing potential problems and hazards specific to DPV diving.
• Equipment Considerations: Familiarization with different types of DPVs (with a focus on our Lefet S1 Pro models), accessories, pre-dive preparation, and post-dive maintenance.
• DPV Handling Skills: Mastering proper water entries, descents, ascents, buoyancy control, vehicle handling, orientation, and buddy system procedures while using a DPV.
• Safety Procedures: Learning about vehicle failure scenarios, depth considerations, propeller entanglement avoidance, and emergency protocols.
• Battery Management: Understanding battery life and how to plan dives accordingly.
• Respect for the Aquatic Environment: Proper DPV etiquette to avoid harming fragile marine life.

Course Prerequisites:

• SDI Open Water Scuba Diver certification (or equivalent from another recognized training agency).
• Minimum age: 18 (or 15 with parental consent).

Our Lefet S1 Pro DPVs: We are proud to feature the modern and modular Lefet S1 Pro DPVs in our courses and rental fleet. These "scooters" are lightweight, powerful, and incredibly fun to use, offering multiple speed settings to match your diving style. [Optional: Link to your Lefet S1 Pro product page here: Lefeet S1

Ready to Turbocharge Your Dives in the Charlotte, Mooresville, or Lake Wylie area?

Don't just dive – glide into your next underwater adventure! Sign up for our SDI Diver Propulsion Vehicle course today and experience the thrill of DPV diving.

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