AVALON SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Two Days on Catalina: Master Rescue Skills in Avalon’s Open Water Classroom
A focused, two-day Rescue Diver course that teaches divers how to handle emergencies and build the confidence to be an effective buddy and team member.
Two Days on Catalina: Master Rescue Skills in Avalon’s Open Water Classroom.
On Catalina Island’s sheltered coves off Avalon, the Catalina Rescue Diver Course teaches divers the techniques and judgment needed to manage common underwater emergencies and to boost confidence as a responsible member of any dive team.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Essential emergency and rescue techniques
The course focuses on teaching students how to handle diving emergencies and to build confidence underwater, so you leave prepared to respond safely when situations arise.
Intensive two-day structure
Delivered over two days, the format is concentrated to cover key rescue skills and practice in a condensed timeframe.
Confidence and responsibility underwater
Beyond technique, the course emphasizes becoming an asset to your team by reinforcing judgment, scene assessment, and calm execution under pressure.
What the day feels like
What the Course Feels Like
Expect a compact, focused experience: instruction and drills aimed at mastering emergency response, with an emphasis on building practical confidence so you can act decisively and safely during dives.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The course is delivered over 2 days.
Light jacket; sunscreen; bath suit; towel; certification card (if participating in a guided dive).
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Catalina Rescue Diver Course?
The course is run over two days.
What should I bring to the course?
Bring a light jacket, sunscreen, a bath suit, a towel, and your certification card if you’ll be joining a guided dive.
Do I need to speak English to take the course?
Yes. All students must be able to fully understand English for safety briefings; translators or translations are not allowed.
Are translators or translated materials permitted?
No. Translators and translations are not permitted because they may not convey accurate safety information.
What is the main goal of this Rescue Diver course?
To teach divers how to handle diving emergencies and to build the confidence needed to be a responsible and effective member of a dive team.
Is a certification card required?
Bring your certification card if you will be participating in a guided dive as part of the course.