Ask any experienced diver what separates a good diver from a great one, and buoyancy control usually comes up first. It's the skill that lets you hover motionless a few inches off a coral head, glide through a wreck without stirring up silt, and conserve air by moving efficiently through the water. SSI's Perfect Buoyancy specialty at Get-N-Wet Scuba is built entirely around this one skill, working through advanced techniques for weighting, trim, and body positioning that go well beyond what's covered in open water training.

These skills also directly protect the environments you're diving in, since better buoyancy means less accidental contact with reefs, wrecks, and silty bottoms. Better buoyancy control also sets you up for underwater photography, since a steady, controlled position is essential for getting the shot you're after. Upon completion, you'll earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification.

What to expect

• Advanced weighting, trim, and body positioning techniques
• Digital learning included in the course price
• Course price: $150, held at Get-N-Wet Scuba
• Optional dive kit rental with course: $30.00

FAQ

How much does the Perfect Buoyancy course cost?

The course is $150.00, held at our Harrisburg, PA facility. Dive kit rental is available as an add-on for $30.00.

Do I need my own gear for this course?

No, dive kit rental is available with the course for an additional $30.00 if you need it.

Will this course help with my underwater photography?

Yes. Steady, controlled buoyancy is one of the biggest factors in getting clean underwater photos and video, so many photographers take this specialty specifically to improve their shots.

Is Perfect Buoyancy a good specialty for newer divers?

Yes. It's one of the most broadly useful specialties available and builds skills that improve every dive you make afterward.