Nitrox Diver

The RAID Nitrox Diver Course is designed for divers who want to enhance their underwater experience by using enriched air (nitrox), which contains a higher percentage of oxygen than regular air. By diving with nitrox, you can extend your bottom time, reduce your nitrogen absorption, and dive more safely, especially during deeper or longer dives. This course teaches you how to safely plan, analyze, and dive with nitrox, giving you the skills to take your diving to the next level.

Key Features of the Course:

• Prerequisite:

  • RAID Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent).

  • Minimum Age: 12 years old.

• Course Structure:

  • Knowledge Development: Learn about the benefits and risks of diving with nitrox, including how to use dive tables, dive computers, and how to manage oxygen exposure. Study gas mixtures, the effects of oxygen toxicity, and how to safely plan nitrox dives.

  • Tank Analysis and Dive Planning: Learn how to analyze nitrox tank mixtures using an oxygen analyzer and properly plan dives using nitrox tables or dive computers.

  • Open Water Dives: While no specific open water dives are required for certification, you will learn how to integrate nitrox use into your dive practices, ensuring you can confidently dive with nitrox in real-world conditions.

    Course Highlights:

    • Learn to safely use enriched air nitrox blends with oxygen concentrations between 22% and 

    • Understand the principles of oxygen toxicity and how to manage your exposure during dives.

    • Practice analyzing nitrox tank mixtures and calculating the correct mix for each dive.

    • Extend your dive times, reduce nitrogen absorption, and dive with more flexibility and safety.

    • Gain a better understanding of dive planning, including using nitrox with dive tables or dive computers.

      Certification Benefits:

      Upon successful completion, you will earn the RAID Nitrox Diver certification, which:

      • Allows you to dive with nitrox blends containing up to 40% oxygen.

      • Enables you to plan and execute nitrox dives with confidence, improving safety and dive time.

      • Opens up a world of diving opportunities, especially for those interested in deeper or longer dives.

      • Enhances your dive experience by giving you the knowledge to dive more efficiently and safely.

      Why Choose This Course?

      The RAID Nitrox Diver Course is perfect for any diver looking to extend their bottom time and dive more safely with enriched air. If you’re looking to reduce nitrogen absorption, extend your dive times, or simply dive more comfortably, this course will provide the knowledge and confidence you need to dive with nitrox.

      Ready to dive longer and safer? Enroll in the RAID Nitrox Diver Course today and take your diving to new depths!