Enriched Air Nitrox

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Maximize your time underwater and expand your diving knowledge with the Enriched Air Nitrox Course at Dibs on Bottom Dive Center in Bear Island. This specialty course introduces divers to the benefits, considerations, and procedures involved with using enriched air nitrox for recreational diving.

Why Take the Enriched Air Nitrox Course?

Enriched Air Nitrox can allow divers to spend more time within their no-decompression limits on certain dive profiles. During the course, you will learn how enriched air works and how to properly plan and conduct dives using an appropriate gas mixture.

With enriched air nitrox, you can learn how to:

• Understand how oxygen-enriched air affects dive planning.
• Analyze your nitrox tank before diving.
• Set your dive computer for the appropriate gas mixture.
• Plan dives based on oxygen exposure and depth considerations.
• Better understand nitrogen exposure during repetitive diving.

Course Breakdown

1. Knowledge Development

Begin with the academic portion of the course, where you will learn the fundamentals of enriched air nitrox. Training covers gas mixtures, oxygen exposure, dive planning, maximum operating depth, equipment considerations, and procedures for safely using nitrox.

2. Practical Training

During the practical portion of the course, you will learn how to:

• Analyze an enriched air tank using an oxygen analyzer.
• Determine and verify the oxygen percentage of a gas mixture.
• Set your dive computer for the appropriate nitrox mix.
• Understand maximum operating depth and oxygen exposure considerations.
• Apply nitrox procedures to your dive planning.

3. Optional Open-Water Dives

Depending on the course arrangement, open-water dives may be available to give you an opportunity to apply your new knowledge while diving around Bear Island. These dives provide practical experience using enriched air nitrox in real diving conditions.

Why Train with Dibs on Bottom?

Dibs on Bottom Dive Center provides divers with opportunities to continue their education and develop practical scuba skills. Our instructors can help you understand the procedures associated with enriched air nitrox and become more comfortable incorporating the specialty into your diving.

Pricing and Inclusions

Contact Dibs on Bottom for current Enriched Air Nitrox Course pricing, availability, and course details.

Course inclusions may include:

• Digital course materials
• Instructor-led training
• Practical nitrox instruction
• Digital certification, when applicable

Optional dive costs may apply depending on the course arrangement.

Minimum Requirements

To enroll in an Enriched Air Nitrox Course, divers generally must:

• Age: Meet the minimum age requirement for the selected certification.
• Certification: Hold an applicable Open Water Diver certification or equivalent.
• Health: Complete any required medical documentation before participating in diving activities.
• Additional Requirements: Meet any prerequisites established by the applicable certification agency.

Get Certified Today!

Take the next step in your diving education with the Enriched Air Nitrox Course at Dibs on Bottom Dive Center. Learn how to properly use enriched air, understand nitrox dive planning, and expand your knowledge for future underwater adventures around Bear Island.