PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver

Longer Dives, Less Fatigue

  • Every certified diver (this is the most popular specialty for a reason)
  • Liveaboard travelers (many require or strongly recommend Nitrox)
  • Air hogs who run out first
  • Divers who feel exhausted after multiple dive days
  • Anyone planning 3-5 dives per day

Prerequisite: Open Water Diver (or Junior OW)

Minimum Age: 12 years old

Duration: 1 day (theory only; no dives required)

Dives Required: 0 (optional dives available)

eLearning Available: Yes (complete entirely online)

Gas Mix: Up to 40% oxygen (EANx 40)

*”Air is 21% oxygen and 79% nitrogen. Nitrox increases oxygen to 32-40%. Less nitrogen means less fatigue and longer bottom times. That’s it. That’s the secret.”*

Knowledge Development:

  • Gas Blending Basics
  • Analyzing Your Tank
  • Setting Your Dive Computer
  • Oxygen Safety
  • Dive Planning with Nitrox
  • Updating Your Logbook

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