Decompression Procedures

The TDI Decompression Procedures course is designed for divers looking to go beyond recreational limits and learn the fundamentals of staged decompression diving. This course introduces the proper techniques, dive planning, and equipment considerations required to safely conduct dives with planned decompression stops.

What You’ll Learn

This course covers:

• The principles of decompression theory and gas loading

• Proper dive planning for staged decompression

• Gas selection and management for decompression dives

• Use of decompression tables and dive computers

• Emergency procedures and problem management

• Equipment setup for decompression diving, including stage cylinders

• Proper ascent techniques and decompression stop execution

Course Details

• Max Depth: 45 meters / 150 feet

• Prerequisites:

  • Minimum age 18

  • TDI Advanced Nitrox (or equivalent)

• Dives Included: Four training dives focusing on decompression skills and planning

• Certification Limitations: Limited to decompression diving within a 45m depth limit

Why Take This Course?

• Extend your bottom time beyond recreational limits

• Gain confidence in planning and executing decompression dives

• Learn essential skills for technical diving progression

• Prepare for further training in deep, wreck, or cave diving

Upon successful completion, you will earn the TDI Decompression Procedures certification, allowing you to conduct staged decompression dives to 45m using appropriate gas mixes.