Quick Details
2 Open Water Training Dives
$ 250
eLearning Course
$ 138
Private Course Upgrade
$ 300
BCD, Regulator, Wetsuit, and Weight rentals are available for an extra $60
Fins, Masks, and snorkels are not provided and must be purchased in advance (10% student discount on full package)
About the Course
Even after completing the Open Water Diver Course, buoyancy control can be challenging to master. The PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty Course helps you refine your positioning, weighting, finning techniques, and breath control so you can dive more efficiently and comfortably.
With improved buoyancy, you’ll move effortlessly through the water, conserve energy, extend your bottom time, and better protect the fragile reef environment—all while enjoying a more relaxed dive experience.
Course Breakdown
- eLearning: A short online knowledge section that can be completed in just a few hours.
- 2 Open Water Dives: Practice buoyancy skills in real-world conditions and apply them while exploring Hilo’s reefs.
Skills You’ll Gain
- Perfect weighting and trim for neutral buoyancy
- Advanced finning techniques for efficiency
- Improved breath control to conserve air and extend bottom time
- Confidence to glide effortlessly while protecting marine life
Must Review Before Purchase
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- Students must arrive 30 minutes in advance of course start time. Each student must be fully prepared (eLearning, PADI Medical and Liability paperwork, and student learning agreement completed). Failure to arrive without all necessary documentation will result in rescheduling to a private course at an additional $300.
- Students rescheduling less than 24hrs prior or mid course, will result in a $200 rescheduling fee for a group course or $300 for a private course.
- Certification courses are not refundable, if you are unable to complete the course within your stay, you have one year from the date of purchase to reschedule.
- Students who demonstrate the need for one on one instruction, per instructor recommendation, will be required to rebook to a private course at $300.
- The course minimum is 2 people, if you are the only person booked in a group course you will have the option to reschedule to another date or pay for a private course of an additional $300.
- Fins, mask, and snorkel that are suitable for diving are required prior to the first day of the course, please note, you will not be able to begin your course without them. We are happy to find the right fit for you and offer a 10% student discount for an entire package. Rescheduling fees will apply. If you need to purchase these items you must purchase them, at a minimum, the day before your course.
- The minimum participants needed for any recreational/specialty course is 2, if the minimum is not met for a certain course your options are upgrade to a private course or reschedule to an existing group course.
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- Relaxed one on one training with your instructor.
- Flexible dates and schedule, go at your own pace (slow/fast).
- Assistance with moving heavy SCUBA gear, students such as keiki ages 10-15 or older folks who may need assistance managing the weight of gear with ease.
- If you feel uneasy about doing a course in a group or uneasy about being in the water in general, we highly recommend doing a private course.