PADI Boat Diver Speciality
The PADI Boat Diver Speciality teaches you how to dive safely, comfortably, and efficiently from different types of dive boats.
Boat diving is often the gateway to the best dive sites, but it introduces new considerations such as entries, exits, equipment handling, and surface procedures. This course builds confidence so you know exactly what to do before, during, and after every boat dive.
You’ll learn how to work with the crew, prepare your kit in limited space, and manage conditions like current, waves, and drift.
Who this course suits
Ideal for:
• Newly qualified divers starting boat diving
• Holiday divers wanting confidence on busy dive boats
• Divers preparing for liveaboards or overseas trips
• Anyone uncomfortable with entries or exits from boats
• Divers wanting smoother, more relaxed dive days
Prerequisites
You must:
• Be a certified Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
• Meet standard medical and fitness requirements
Minimum age: 10 years old
How the course works
The course combines briefing-based learning with practical dives from a boat.
Dive procedures
Learn boat etiquette, kit setup in confined spaces, entry and exit techniques, and how dives are organised by the skipper and crew.
Practical dives
You will complete training dives focusing on different entries, exits, surface management, and safe interaction with other divers.
Situational awareness
Understand drift procedures, delayed SMB use, current awareness, and recall signals.
What this certification allows
On completion you will:
• Prepare and enter the water confidently from a range of boats
• Manage equipment safely on deck
• Perform safe exits and recoveries
• Understand drift and pick-up procedures
• Be a more organised and reliable dive buddy
What’s included
• Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
• Boat-based training dives
• Practical coaching and briefings
• Certification processing
Delivery locations
United Kingdom – South Coast & Solent
Delivered across selected South Coast and Solent dive sites, providing varied real-world conditions ideal for building confidence, skills, and experience.
Spain
Warm, clear Mediterranean conditions perfect for relaxed training, skill development, and combining your course with travel.
Thailand
Tropical waters, excellent visibility, and vibrant marine life create an immersive and enjoyable environment for learning to dive.
Once you have booked your course, a member of the In The Blue team will contact you to discuss your experience level, any requirements, and to arrange suitable course dates.
We run courses most weeks throughout the summer season across our UK and overseas locations, allowing us to offer flexible scheduling to suit individual availability wherever possible.
Progression
Pairs well with:
• Deep Diver
• Drift Diver
• Wreck Diver
A simple but valuable speciality that makes every future dive trip easier and far more enjoyable.
The PADI Boat Diver Speciality teaches you how to dive safely, comfortably, and efficiently from different types of dive boats.
Boat diving is often the gateway to the best dive sites, but it introduces new considerations such as entries, exits, equipment handling, and surface procedures. This course builds confidence so you know exactly what to do before, during, and after every boat dive.
You’ll learn how to work with the crew, prepare your kit in limited space, and manage conditions like current, waves, and drift.
Who this course suits
Ideal for:
• Newly qualified divers starting boat diving
• Holiday divers wanting confidence on busy dive boats
• Divers preparing for liveaboards or overseas trips
• Anyone uncomfortable with entries or exits from boats
• Divers wanting smoother, more relaxed dive days
Prerequisites
You must:
• Be a certified Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
• Meet standard medical and fitness requirements
Minimum age: 10 years old
How the course works
The course combines briefing-based learning with practical dives from a boat.
Dive procedures
Learn boat etiquette, kit setup in confined spaces, entry and exit techniques, and how dives are organised by the skipper and crew.
Practical dives
You will complete training dives focusing on different entries, exits, surface management, and safe interaction with other divers.
Situational awareness
Understand drift procedures, delayed SMB use, current awareness, and recall signals.
What this certification allows
On completion you will:
• Prepare and enter the water confidently from a range of boats
• Manage equipment safely on deck
• Perform safe exits and recoveries
• Understand drift and pick-up procedures
• Be a more organised and reliable dive buddy
What’s included
• Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
• Boat-based training dives
• Practical coaching and briefings
• Certification processing
Delivery locations
United Kingdom – South Coast & Solent
Delivered across selected South Coast and Solent dive sites, providing varied real-world conditions ideal for building confidence, skills, and experience.
Spain
Warm, clear Mediterranean conditions perfect for relaxed training, skill development, and combining your course with travel.
Thailand
Tropical waters, excellent visibility, and vibrant marine life create an immersive and enjoyable environment for learning to dive.
Once you have booked your course, a member of the In The Blue team will contact you to discuss your experience level, any requirements, and to arrange suitable course dates.
We run courses most weeks throughout the summer season across our UK and overseas locations, allowing us to offer flexible scheduling to suit individual availability wherever possible.
Progression
Pairs well with:
• Deep Diver
• Drift Diver
• Wreck Diver
A simple but valuable speciality that makes every future dive trip easier and far more enjoyable.