Wreck Diver Specialty – June 27
Explore Sunken History | Eco Dive Center
Take your diving to the next level with Eco Dive Center’s Wreck Diver Specialty—a focused, one-day training experience designed to introduce you to the skills, planning, and techniques needed to safely explore shipwrecks.
From navigation and hazard awareness to proper finning techniques and limited penetration concepts, this course will give you the confidence to explore wrecks responsibly and safely.
Ocean Training Day (Sunday, June 27)
- Boat diving with Marissa Charters
- Explore real wreck sites off the coast of San Diego
- Apply navigation, awareness, and wreck diving techniques in open water
- Guided training dives with Eco Dive Center instructors
- Multiple dives to build comfort and experience on actual wrecks
Certification
- Earn your Wreck Diver Specialty Certification
- Choose your agency: SDI or PADI
- Training conducted by certified Eco Dive Center instructors
What You’ll Learn
Wreck Diving Skills
- Wreck navigation and orientation
- Identifying hazards and avoiding entanglement
- Proper use of lines and reels
- Buoyancy and trim for fragile environments
- Entry and exit techniques around wreck structures
Safety & Planning
- Assessing wreck conditions and structure
- Understanding overhead environment risks
- Gas management and situational awareness
- Team communication and dive planning
Environmental Awareness
- Preserving wreck integrity
- Avoiding contact with marine life and structure
- Responsible diving practices in artificial reef environments
Gear Requirements
Included with the Course
- Full rental gear package (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, tanks, weights, etc.)
- Tanks and air fills
Required Personal Gear (Not Included)
- Mask
- Snorkel
- Fins (with boots)
- Reel (primary line reel)
- Primary dive light
- Backup dive light (required)
These personal items are required for safety, comfort, and proper wreck diving training.
Student Perk:
All students receive exclusive student discounts on required gear purchased through Eco Dive Center, and we’ll beat any online price so you always get the best deal.
Who This Course Is For
- Certified divers looking to expand their skillset
- Divers interested in shipwrecks, artificial reefs, and underwater exploration
- Anyone preparing for more advanced or technical diving pathways
Prerequisites:
- Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Minimum age: 15 (10 with junior certification and parental consent, depending on agency)
Why Take This Course?
Wreck diving opens the door to a completely different side of the underwater world—combining history, adventure, and exploration.
- Explore real shipwrecks off the Southern California coast
- Build advanced buoyancy and control skills
- Gain confidence in more complex dive environments
- Work toward advanced and specialty diver ratings
Schedule
June 27 (Sunday): Boat Diving with Marissa Charters (San Diego)
Spots are limited for this specialty weekend. Join Eco Dive Center and experience the thrill of wreck diving the right way—safe, skilled, and unforgettable.
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