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nitrox scuba diving for beginners in lahaina hawaii

nitrox scuba diving for beginners in lahaina hawaii

best nitrox scuba diving for beginners in lahaina hawaii

nitrox scuba diving for beginners in lahaina hawaii

best nitrox scuba diving for beginners in lahaina hawaii

Get your Nitrox (EAN) certification for beginner and advanced divers at Maui diving. We are the leading dive shop in Maui with the best instructors. Nitrox, also known as Enriched Air Nitrox or EAN is a mix of gas that contains higher amounts of oxigen decreasing then the amount of nitrogen in the blend. This allows for longer dives and shorter surface intervals as a result. Diving Nitrox is considered safer for recreational scuba and highly recommended if you plan on doing several dives on the same day. Maui offers dives with a variety of depths and most of them are perfect for Nitrox use! Get nitrox certified now!

nitrox scuba diving for beginners in lahaina hawaii

best nitrox scuba diving for beginners in lahaina hawaii

EAN Nitrox Diver
The PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver course is PADI’s most popular specialty scuba course. Why? Because scuba diving with enriched air nitrox gives you more no decompression time, especially on repetitive scuba dives.
EAN Nitrox Diver
The PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver course is PADI’s most popular specialty scuba course. Why? Because scuba diving with enriched air nitrox gives you more no decompression time, especially on repetitive scuba dives.
 
Longer dives and shorter intervals
Enriched Air Nitrox Diver

The PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver course is PADI’s most popular specialty scuba course. Why? Because scuba diving with enriched air nitrox gives you more no decompression time, especially on repetitive scuba dives. If staying down longer and getting back in the water sooner sounds appealing, then don’t hesitate to become an enriched air diver.

If you’re a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver who is at least 12 years old, you can enroll in the Enriched Air Nitrox Diver Specialty course. Note that in some regions the minimum age is older than 12.

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Detail overview

What to expect

  • Discuss managing oxygen exposure.
  • Practice analyzing oxygen content in your scuba tank.
  • Set your dive computer for diving with nitrox.

Requirements

  • At least 12 years old, and in reasonable physical health.
  • Open Water Certification
  • 12-14 year old divers require a Junior Open Water certification.
  • Sign Liability Release⊕ Form ONLINE!
  • Understand and speak English (for safety reasons)
Updated for
Detail overview

What to expect

  • Discuss managing oxygen exposure.
  • Practice analyzing oxygen content in your scuba tank.
  • Set your dive computer for diving with nitrox.

Requirements

  • At least 12 years old, and in reasonable physical health.
  • Open Water Certification
  • 12-14 year old divers require a Junior Open Water certification.
  • Sign Liability Release⊕ Form ONLINE TAP HERE!
  • Understand and speak English (for safety reasons)
 
Longer dives,
shorter intervals
Enriched Air Nitrox Diver

The PADI Enriched Air Nitrox Diver course is PADI’s most popular specialty scuba course. Why? Because scuba diving with enriched air nitrox gives you more no decompression time, especially on repetitive scuba dives. If staying down longer and getting back in the water sooner sounds appealing, then don’t hesitate to become an enriched air diver.

If you’re a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver who is at least 12 years old, you can enroll in the Enriched Air Nitrox Diver Specialty course. Note that in some regions the minimum age is older than 12.

  eLearning
Learn at your own pace from wherever you feel comfortable. All you need is your favorite device.
 
 Forever
Once you're certified, you'll be recognized as a diver anywhere in the world, forever. All you have to do is show your card.
 No Renewal
No subscriptions or renewals. Your certification will stay current without any requirements. Just keep diving!
 
 Community
Divers form one of the most fun, engaging and active communities anywhere you go. Join and enjoy the ride.
* eLearning is paid directly to PADI and may not constitute the entirety of the course. You may need to book your presential portion to get certified. Read the course description and if in doubt consult a staff member.
Course Structure
Course Sctructure

You’ll learn why diving with air that has higher oxygen and lower nitrogen content gives you more bottom time, along with enriched air equipment considerations.

This course is divided into two portions, with an optional dive at the end:

  • Knowledge Development with PADI eLearning
  • One Classroom Session
   Knowledge Development: PADI eLearning

If you would like to save time on your vacation and complete your coursework in the comfort of your own home, you can sign up for e-Learning⊕ instead of purchasing the required books. PADI e-Learning gives you the convenience of completing the coursework online, at your own pace, and not while you’re trying to make the most of your vacation days. Spend less time with your nose in a book and more time enjoying the sunny days and sparkling water on Maui by signing up for PADI e-Learning before your trip begins!

   Classroom Session

You’ll do one classroom session including a practical session using an analyzer. Maui Diving will provide you with all the equipment you need to complete your Enriched Air Nitrox course.

During the practical session, you’ll:

  • Discuss managing oxygen exposure.
  • Practice analyzing oxygen content in your scuba tank.
  • Set your dive computer for diving with enriched air nitrox.
   Optional Upgrade
No diving is required with this certification but can be added on if you like with a reservation. We recommend booking the dive and go test out your newly aquired skills!
 
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Course Structure

You’ll learn why diving with air that has higher oxygen and lower nitrogen content gives you more bottom time, along with enriched air equipment considerations.

This course is divided into two portions, with an optional dive at the end:

  • Knowledge Development with PADI eLearning
  • One Classroom Session
   Knowledge Development:
PADI eLearning

If you would like to save time on your vacation and complete your coursework in the comfort of your own home, you can sign up for e-Learning⊕ instead of purchasing the required books. PADI e-Learning gives you the convenience of completing the coursework online, at your own pace, and not while you’re trying to make the most of your vacation days. Spend less time with your nose in a book and more time enjoying the sunny days and sparkling water on Maui by signing up for PADI e-Learning before your trip begins!

   Classroom Session

You’ll do one classroom session including a practical session using an analyzer. Maui Diving will provide you with all the equipment you need to complete your Enriched Air Nitrox course.

During the practical session, you’ll:

  • Discuss managing oxygen exposure.
  • Practice analyzing oxygen content in your scuba tank.
  • Set your dive computer for diving with enriched air nitrox.
   Optional Upgrade
No diving is required with this certification but can be added on if you like with a reservation. We recommend booking the dive and go test out your newly aquired skills!
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