One of the fastest growing underwater hobbies; underwater video offers you immediate reward, a way to remember and share diving, and images that perhaps best show non divers what diving is all about.
Try Underwater Videography.
There's no better way to capture your diving memories. You'll learn the basics of diving with a video camera as well as advanced techniques for making videos that your family and friends will actually enjoy watching. Even if you've already started shooting underwater videos, this Specialty course can help yo get better video recordings than ever before!
TUITION:
- $379 plus tax
- Private available for additional fee
PREREQUISITES:
- Open Water/ Jr. OW
- Minimum age 10 Y/O
STUDENTS TO PROVIDE:
- Student Materials: PADI Underwater Videographers Handbook, Logbook, 2 passport size photos, video tapes/ memory cards
- Student Equipment: BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit, Mask, Fins, Snorkel, Timing Device, Compass, Knife, Slate with pencil, Gloves, Surface signaling devices (both audible & visual)
TIME REQUIRED:
DISCOUNTS:
- 15% off Student Gear during class
- 10% off Student Boat Charters
- 10% off Alumni Boat Charters
Class Schedule:
BEFORE Class:
- Complete PADI Student Record Folder, Medical Statement & Questionnaire ("YES" on your medical form will require you to get a signed medical release from a physician prior to class), Statement of Understanding, and Liability Release.
Read BEFORE Class:
- Read entire Videography manual and view video.
- Complete all Knowledge Reviews for review with Instructor.
The Videography Specialty requires 3 DIVES with an instructor.
Day 1:
- Discuss Knowledge Reviews with Instructor.
- Dives 1 & 2 with Instructor.
- Debrief & log dives.
Day 2:
- Land practice rigging, lifting, advanced search patterns.
- Do dive 3 with Instructor.
- Debrief & log dives, complete paperwork.
