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Offshore Boat Skills: Two Dives from Moneterey with the PADI Boat Diver Specialty

A two-dive PADI Boat Diver Specialty run by Aquarius Dive Shop in Moneterey that teaches boat entry and exit techniques, use of current lines, and how to manage seasickness.

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Offshore Boat Skills: Two Dives from Moneterey with the PADI Boat Diver Specialty.

Duration

8 Hours

Location

Moneterey

Operator

Aquarius Dive Shop

Outing Highlights

THE SKILLSET

Boat diving from inflatables to liveaboards

The PADI Boat Diver Specialty prepares certified divers to handle the range of vessels they may encounter, from small inflatables to large liveaboards—skills that translate to safer, more confident dives offshore.

THE TECHNIQUE

Entries, exits and current-line skills

Practical instruction focuses on proper boat entries and exits and using current lines so divers can deploy and recover safely in varied conditions.

THE COMFORT

Managing seasickness and confidence on deck

The course covers strategies for managing seasickness and operating confidently on a moving platform—an often overlooked but essential part of boat diving.

What the day feels like

Expect a full, focused day: practical demonstrations and in-water practice across two dives that build competence for boarding, entering and exiting from different craft while learning to use current lines and mitigate seasickness as needed.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this specialty suits—and who should look elsewhere.

Certified recreational diversA direct fit: participants must already be certified recreational divers to take this specialty and should be prepared to provide certification details when booking.

Novice or uncertified diversNot appropriate—this course requires prior certification and is designed to add boat-specific skills rather than teach basic open-water diving.

Families and older diversThere are no age restrictions on the dives, making the course accessible to a wide age range provided each participant holds the required certification.

Boat-averse or seasick-prone diversThis course includes techniques to manage seasickness and build confidence on deck, making it useful for divers who want strategies to cope with motion-related discomfort.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Plan for a full day—the course runs approximately 8 hours.

What to Bring

Bring snacks, plenty of drinking water, a towel, sunscreen and your bathing suit.

Booking & Payment

A required deposit reserves your spot. The remaining balance is paid to your instructor at the time of the dive; accepted methods include cash, Venmo, or money transfer.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the Boat Diver Specialty (Two Dives)?

The course is an approximately 8-hour program.

Do I need to be a certified diver to participate?

Yes—participants must be certified divers and must enter their certification information prior to confirming the reservation.

Are there age limits for the dives?

There are no age restrictions for these dives.

What should I bring with me?

Bring snacks, lots of drinking water, a towel, sunscreen and a bathing suit.

Is a deposit required to reserve a spot?

Yes—a required deposit must be paid to reserve your dive.

How do I pay the remaining balance?

The remaining balance is paid directly to your instructor at the time of the dive; payments can be made in cash, by Venmo, or by money transfer.