Independent Diver: A focused two-day, four-dive certification at Zwenkauer See

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Independent Diver: A focused two-day, four-dive certification at Zwenkauer See

A compact, globally valid certification course that completes four open-water dives across two consecutive training days—useful for experienced divers consolidating skills.

Independent Diver: A focused two-day, four-dive certification at Zwenkauer See.

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Location
Zwenkau
Operator
Tauchbasis Zwenkauer See
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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At Zwenkauer See, the Independent Diver course compresses standard open-water training into an intensive two-day format. Over the span of the program you complete four open-water dives under guided supervision, finishing with a globally valid brevet.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

A worldwide brevet
THE CERTIFICATION

A worldwide brevet

The course results in a certification that is valid globally, giving experienced divers a recognized independent-diver credential upon completion.

Four open-water dives in two days
THE TRAINING

Four open-water dives in two days

Training is delivered across two Ausbildungstage, with Freiwassertauchgang 1 and 2 on the first day and Freiwassertauchgang 3 and 4 on the second.

Compact, coached progression
THE FORMAT

Compact, coached progression

The program is structured as two full training days with guided dives and a brevet fee included, enabling a focused, supported route to independent certification.

What the day feels like

What the course feels like

Expect two full days of supervised open-water practice: day one covers the first two open-water dives, and day two completes the final pair. The schedule is designed to build confidence and culminate in issuance of the brevet upon successful completion.

A worldwide brevet

THE CERTIFICATION

A worldwide brevet

The course results in a certification that is valid globally, giving experienced divers a recognized independent-diver credential upon completion.

Four open-water dives in two days

THE TRAINING

Four open-water dives in two days

Training is delivered across two Ausbildungstage, with Freiwassertauchgang 1 and 2 on the first day and Freiwassertauchgang 3 and 4 on the second.

Compact, coached progression

THE FORMAT

Compact, coached progression

The program is structured as two full training days with guided dives and a brevet fee included, enabling a focused, supported route to independent certification.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course suits—and who should look elsewhere.

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Seasoned recreational diversThis condensed certification is tailored for experienced divers who already have substantial logged experience and want a formal independent-diver brevet.
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Not for beginnersNew or unlogged divers should not enroll—the course requires prior dive experience and is not an entry-level program.
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Those with medical clearanceYou must supply a valid ärztliche Tauchtauglichkeitsbescheinigung from a GTÜM-approved dive physician to participate.
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Mature, experienced diversParticipants must be at least 18 years old and have a minimum of 100 logged dives—this course is aimed at established divers meeting those thresholds.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Schedule

The program runs across two Ausbildungstage, with training hours listed as 09:00–17:00 for each day.

What’s included

The price covers two full Ausbildungstage (09:00–17:00) and the brevetierungsgebühr required for certification.

Booking process

Book the first training day; the booking confirmation provides a code to reserve the remaining training days.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the course?

Two days of training, each scheduled 09:00–17:00.

How many open-water dives are included?

Four open-water dives in total: two on day one and two on day two.

Is the certification recognized internationally?

Yes—the course awards a globally valid brevet.

What are the participation prerequisites?

Minimum age 18, at least 100 logged dives, and a medical fitness-to-dive certificate from a GTÜM-approved dive physician.

What does the price include?

The fee includes two training days (09:00–17:00) and the brevetierungsgebühr.

How do I book the remaining training days?

After booking the first day you receive a confirmation code that you use to reserve the additional Ausbildungstage.