TDI Sidemount — Two Days of Focused In‑Water Training in Ormond Beach

ORMOND BEACH WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE

TDI Sidemount — Two Days of Focused In‑Water Training in Ormond Beach

A two-day course with Elite Scuba that deepens in-water skills and opens equipment-configuration options for certified divers.

TDI Sidemount — Two Days of Focused In‑Water Training in Ormond Beach.

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Location
Ormond Beach
Operator
Elite Scuba
Category
Water Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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TDI SIDEMOUNT is a concentrated, two-day program in Ormond Beach that enhances certified divers' in-water skills and techniques, and introduces expanded equipment configurations as a gateway toward technical diving education.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

TECHNIQUE

Two immersive days of in‑water skills

The course delivers focused, in-water skill development across two immersive days to sharpen advanced diving technique.

PATH

A stepping stone to technical diving

Designed for certified divers who want to move into technical diving education, the curriculum emphasizes skills and methods that prepare participants for that progression.

GEAR

Expand your equipment configuration options

The course introduces expanded equipment configurations, giving divers options beyond standard recreational setups.

What the day feels like

What the course feels like

Across two full days, participants concentrate on hands-on, in-water practice—refining technique, rehearsing procedures, and working with alternative equipment configurations to broaden technical options.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course is designed for—and who should look elsewhere.

1
Aspiring technical diversWell suited for certified divers eager to begin technical-diving education and to expand their in-water technique.
2
Certified recreational diversAppropriate only for those who already hold at least an SDI Open Water Scuba Diver (or equivalent) certification.
3
Adults (18+)Participants must be at least 18 years old to enroll in this course.
4
Beginners/new diversNot a fit for brand-new divers; the course requires prior open-water certification and foundational experience.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The course runs two days, with approximately 8 hours of activity per day.

Prerequisites

Minimum age 18 and minimum certification of SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent are required.

Operator & Location

The TDI SIDEMOUNT course is offered in Ormond Beach and operated by Elite Scuba.

What to Bring

Verified course materials do not list a specific equipment checklist; consult Elite Scuba for course-specific gear requirements and recommendations.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the TDI SIDEMOUNT course?

The course takes place over two days, with approximately 8 hours of activity per day.

What are the age and certification requirements?

Participants must be at least 18 years old and hold a minimum certification of SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent.

What will I learn during the course?

The course focuses on expanding in-water skills and techniques and on working with expanded equipment configurations to prepare divers for technical diving education.

Who operates the TDI SIDEMOUNT course in Ormond Beach?

The course is operated by Elite Scuba in Ormond Beach, Florida.

Is this course suitable for someone new to diving?

No; it requires prior open-water certification and is intended for certified divers looking to progress toward technical diving.