Side Mount Diver

Original price was: €230.00.Current price is: €195.50.

The PADI Sidemount Diver Course in Hurghada will introduce you to a more flexible and streamlined way of scuba diving. Instead of carrying your tanks on your back, you’ll learn how to dive with them secured at your sides, reducing strain on your back, improving trim, and offering better accessibility to your gear underwater.

This course is perfect for divers looking to extend their bottom time, improve buoyancy control, or simply explore a new, more efficient way to dive. Our experienced instructors will ensure you get hands-on training and build full confidence in using sidemount gear.

Sidemount diver course details in a glance 

Standard price Online price
Course €230 €195
Material & certificate €100 €100

 

  • Duration: 1 day

  • Standard price: €230
  • Online price: €195
  • Level: Advanced
  • Included items:
    – Dive instructor
    – 2 Dives
    – Drinks
  • Excluded items:
    – Transfer
    – Photography
    – Material and certificate (€100)
    – Side mount dive equipment

Note: The price excludes the €100 fee of the PADI materials & certification 

Sidemount Diver course requirements

  • Minimum Age: 15 years old.

  • Certification Level: PADI Open Water Diver certification (or similar from another recognized agency).

  • Health: Good general health and comfort in the water.

Required Sidemount Dive Gear

You’ll need to bring your own basic scuba equipment, including Mask, fins, snorkel, and an exposure suit. Additionally, the following standard sidemount equipment is required:

  • BCD (wing style) with harness and multiple tank attachment points.

  • Scuba tanks attached at the hip and upper chest (armpit level) on either side.

  • Tank attachment system using elastic bungees or clips that connect to chest D-rings.

  • One or two regulators with SPGs, at least one must include a low-pressure inflator hose connected to your BCD.

Highlights of PADI Sidemount Diver course in Hurghada

During the course you’ll learn

  • How to properly assemble and configure a sidemount diving setup.

  • How to clip and position cylinders for balance, streamlining, and easy access.

  • Buoyancy control techniques specific to sidemount diving.

  • How to manage air from multiple tanks independently.

  • Streamlining hoses and improving underwater trim.

  • Entry and exit techniques while wearing sidemount gear.

  • Dealing with common gear issues and practicing emergency procedures.

Experience a new level of balance with Piano Diving Club

Discover a more streamlined and flexible way to dive with the PADI Sidemount Diver Course in Hurghada. At Piano Diving Club, you’ll discover the freedom of having tanks mounted at your sides, giving you unmatched balance, smoother movement, and total control beneath the surface. 

Ready to dive differently? Book now

Includes

  • Dive instructor
  • 2 Dives
  • Drinks

Excludes

  • Photography
  • Transfer
  • PADI material & certificate (100€)

Related FAQs

What can I expect to learn in the PADI Sidemount Diver Course?
You will learn all the techniques and skills you need to dive safely and feel completely confident while using sidemount gear.
Will I earn the PADI Sidemount Diver certification at the end of the course?
Yes! Upon successful completion, you will receive the official PADI Sidemount Diver certification.
How much does the PADI Sidemount Diver Course cost at Piano Diving Club?
At Piano Diving Club, you can book the PADI Sidemount Diver Course online for just €195.

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