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NAUI  KICKADY PADI Comparrison


Q:What is the difference in training agencies like NAUI and PADI?



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NAUI

NAUI @ Kickady

PADI

Course Content for C-Card

Training Hours

31

32

31

# OW Dives

5+

5+ (Minimal 30 min. dives each)

4

Surface Air Consumption Calcs

Yes

Mandatory

*Not Allowed

Skin Diving – Confined Water

Mandatory

Mandatory

Mandatory

Skin Diving – Open Water

Mandatory

Mandatory

Optional

Rescue

Mandatory

Mandatory

*Not Allowed

Dive Planning – Computer

Optional

Optional

Optional

Dive Planning – Tables

Mandatory

Mandatory

Mandatory

Minimum In-Water Time

Yes 10+ Hours

Yes 12+hours

*Not Allowed

Ability to Exceed Minimum Standards

Yes – Encouraged

Yes – Encouraged

*Not Allowed

Material Support

Tables – Standard/RDP

Yes

Yes

Yes

Tables – RGBM

Optional

Optional

No

Tables – Wheel/DTC

Optional

Optional

Optional

DVD

Yes

Yes

Yes

Audio

Yes

Yes

No

e-Learning

No

No

Yes

Textbook

Yes

Yes

Yes

Workbook

Yes

Yes

No

Kid Programs

10+

10

10+

Diving Skills

Swimming

5

6

2

Skin Diving Skills

9

9

7

Scuba Skills Total

45 & 10 Optional

55

41

Pre & Post Dive

9

9

6

Surface

9 & 3 Optional

12

9

Ascent/Descent

4

5

3

Underwater

9 & 5 Optional

14

11

Dive Planning

5

5

3

Environmental

2

3

1

Emergency

5

6

4

Buoyancy

1 & 1 Optional

2

2

Navagation

1 & 1 Optional

3

2

Overhead Environment ”Swim Through”

Optional

Yes

*Not Allowed

Rescue Surfacing - Unconscious Diver

Yes

Yes

*Not Allowed

EANx “Nitrox”

Certification Available

Complete Certification

*Introduction Only

Drysuit

Certification Available

Complete Certification

*Introduction Only

Maximum Ascent Rate

30’/Min

30’/Min

Up to 60’/Min

Safety Stop

Mandatory

Mandatory

Optional

Deep Safety Stop

Optional

Yes

*Not Allowed

Weight Belt Management

Mandatory

Mandatory

Optional

Depths > 40’

Mandatory

Mandatory

*Not Requried

Notes: * = requires additional class


FAQ

Q: How Long does it take to get certified?

A: Our Basic Scuba Certification takes 4 evenings, and 1 weekend. We will do our best to schedule a time that fits your schedule. Kickadys class is a total of 32 hours of training and OW.

Q: How old do I need to be to get certified?

A:The minimum age is 10 years old, with limits.


Q: Do I need to buy equipment before I get started.

A: No, In fact we allow our students to try on different styles of Fins and Masks during the class. This way you have a better idea what is the best and most comfortable for you.

Q:What will I need before my open Water Class?

A: You will need to have your own personal gear for the Open Water That consists of Mask, Snorkel, Booties, Fins.
We will supply everything else.


Q: After my certification, can I come back to the pool just to refresh my skills.

A: YES!!! We always want you to come back and get in the pool before a trip. Set up your gear and adjust your weights or just work on skills. There is no charge to our students.

Q: If I am unable to make it to class Can I reschedule?

A: YES, we will reschedule for you twice, But there are no refunds on your class if you cancel.
There is a set amount of students per class and majority of Summer season classes are full. There is a buy back on any books or DVDs if you cancel your class 2 weeks prior to the class starting. They must be in the original Condition. A restocking fee will apply.


Q: How long after my Class and Pool sessions do I have to do my Open Water?

A: After completing the Class and Pool session you must complete the Open Water within a reasonable amount of time Usually 6 months.



Created on 10/25/2007 12:16 PM by kickady
Updated on 08/04/2008 08:57 AM by kickady
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