You must be a certified PADI Open Water Diver (or hold an equivalent certification from another training organization) and be at least 10 years old

A: Excellent buoyancy control allows you to:

• Conserve air by moving more efficiently.
• Protect delicate marine life by avoiding accidental contact with corals or the seabed.
• Reduce silting, improving visibility for everyone.
• Move effortlessly through the water, enhancing your overall dive enjoyment.
• Make underwater photography and videography much easier.

You’ll learn how to accurately weight yourself, adjust your trim (body position), refine your breath control for subtle buoyancy changes, and practice various fin kicks for precise movement without using your hands. You’ll also learn hovering techniques and how to navigate through swim-throughs or near delicate environments without touching anything.

Not at all! It’s more about refining existing skills and developing muscle memory. Many divers find it very relaxing and rewarding as they feel themselves becoming more graceful underwater. It’s designed to improve comfort and efficiency.

Improved buoyancy will positively impact every single dive you do, regardless of the location or depth. You’ll use less air, spend more time observing, and feel more relaxed and in control, making all your subsequent dives much more enjoyable.

Your PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty certification is valid for life and does not expire.