PADI Dive Against Debris Speciality
The PADI Dive Against Debris Speciality teaches you how to remove marine litter safely while collecting useful data that contributes to real conservation efforts.
This isn’t just a clean-up dive. You’ll learn how to identify debris hazards, plan removals without damaging the environment, and record information that helps track pollution trends worldwide.
It’s practical, purposeful diving that improves your awareness and control in the water while giving every dive a clear objective.
Who this course suits
Ideal for:
Divers who want their dives to have a positive environmental impact
Anyone interested in conservation or citizen science
Divers looking to improve buoyancy and awareness
Photographers and observers wanting better environmental control
Regular divers who want structured, meaningful dives
Prerequisites
You must:
Be a certified Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Meet standard medical and fitness requirements
Minimum age: 12 years old
How the course works
The course combines environmental knowledge with a structured debris survey dive.
Theory
You’ll learn about marine debris sources, impacts on ecosystems, how to prevent damage during removal, and how global data collection works.
Survey & removal dive
You will plan and conduct a monitored debris dive, focusing on safe collection, teamwork, and environmental protection.
Data reporting
After the dive you’ll categorise and record debris findings. The information contributes to international marine conservation databases.
What this certification allows
On completion you will:
Safely remove debris without harming marine life
Conduct organised underwater clean-ups
Submit recognised conservation data
Dive with improved buoyancy and awareness
Participate in conservation-focused dive events
What’s included
Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
Debris survey and clean-up dive
Data submission guidance
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:
Peak Performance Buoyancy
Search and Recovery
Underwater Photography
A practical speciality that improves control in the water while directly benefiting the environment.
The PADI Dive Against Debris Speciality teaches you how to remove marine litter safely while collecting useful data that contributes to real conservation efforts.
This isn’t just a clean-up dive. You’ll learn how to identify debris hazards, plan removals without damaging the environment, and record information that helps track pollution trends worldwide.
It’s practical, purposeful diving that improves your awareness and control in the water while giving every dive a clear objective.
Who this course suits
Ideal for:
Divers who want their dives to have a positive environmental impact
Anyone interested in conservation or citizen science
Divers looking to improve buoyancy and awareness
Photographers and observers wanting better environmental control
Regular divers who want structured, meaningful dives
Prerequisites
You must:
Be a certified Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
Meet standard medical and fitness requirements
Minimum age: 12 years old
How the course works
The course combines environmental knowledge with a structured debris survey dive.
Theory
You’ll learn about marine debris sources, impacts on ecosystems, how to prevent damage during removal, and how global data collection works.
Survey & removal dive
You will plan and conduct a monitored debris dive, focusing on safe collection, teamwork, and environmental protection.
Data reporting
After the dive you’ll categorise and record debris findings. The information contributes to international marine conservation databases.
What this certification allows
On completion you will:
Safely remove debris without harming marine life
Conduct organised underwater clean-ups
Submit recognised conservation data
Dive with improved buoyancy and awareness
Participate in conservation-focused dive events
What’s included
Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
Debris survey and clean-up dive
Data submission guidance
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:
Peak Performance Buoyancy
Search and Recovery
Underwater Photography
A practical speciality that improves control in the water while directly benefiting the environment.