Class II Surface Supply Air (50 msw)
This commercial diver training course covers offshore surface-supplied diving operations, including open bell, limited to a depth of 50msw.
Class III Surface Supply Air (30 msw)
This commercial diver training course entails surface-supplied air diving operations for inland and inshore work and is limited to a depth of 30 msw.
Class IV Commercial Scuba Air (30 msw)
This course serves as the initial course in commercial diving and is mandatory for all new commercial divers. It entails diving operations doing open circuit for inland, inshore work, limited to a depth of 3o msw.
Facts about South Africa.
- South Africa has 2800 km of coastline.
- Summer temperatures in Cape Town average 26’C, High and 16’C, Low.
- Winter temperatures in Cape Town average 18’C, High and 7’C Low.
- Cape Town experiences an average of 2500 Hours (312 Days) of sunshine per year.
- Cape Town was voted in 2023 as the 4th best city in the world.
- The USS to the Rand is 1 USD = R18.90
- The GBP to the Rand is 1 GBP = R23.85
- The EURO to the Rand is 1 EURO = R20.43
Ready to Dive In?
Join the elite group of top-tier commercial divers trained at our state-of-the-art facility. Discover how our comprehensive training and world-class facilities can take your diving career to unparalleled depths.
“Got a question?”
What are the requirements for enrolling in the course?
Must be 18 years of age, be able to speak and write in English, be able to do simple math, be able to swim, and be examined by a Diving Medical doctor registered with the Department of Labour to obtain a Medical certificate stating that you are fit to dive.
How do I pay for training?
You’ll need to pay a deposit beforehand to secure your place on the course and then pay the outstanding amount before the beginning of the first day of the course.
Full payment is strictly non-refundable except for a student not passing his medical.
If you want to take out a student loan from your local bank, we will supply you with an acceptance letter that you can take to your bank.
Are there any additional costs?
Contact our finance department via email to confirm if there are any additional fees. Remember to have some spending money if you wish to go out on weekends or buy something you might need.
Where can I obtain the basic dive gear?
We do have diving gear for you to rent while on course; however if you prefer having your own or would like the gear to fit you perfectly, we suggest you get a 7mm wetsuit. It can be bought in most dive shops, but for a custom fit, the best place is Coral Wetsuits in Cape Town.
Please arrange this one week before the course as this needs to be made. The rest of the gear, including mask, snorkel, gloves, booties, fins, knife, and weight belt, can also be bought in any dive shop or at our shop in the Strand.
What to bring with?
* WETSUIT * BOOTIES * FINS * MASK * Clothing – Especially something warm. * Toiletries. * Sunscreen and after-sun. * Beach hat/cricket hat. * Water bottle. * Swimming shorts and towels.
You must also bring the following documentation, per course, to complete your DEOL registration as speedily as possible:
* X4 ID photos * X2 Copies of passport or South African Identity Document * X2 Copies of visa (Foreign Students only) * X1 Copy of Diving Medical Certificate signed by a registered “Diving Doctor” / DMO.
Transport from the Airport?
We will collect you at the airport or bus stop. Just send us your ticket details—arrival time, etc. We will transport you to and from the school and the dive sites.
