The PADI Dry Suit Specialty Instructor course is designed for scuba instructors who want to teach divers how to dive confidently in cold water and other environments where dry suits are used. Dry suit diving introduces unique buoyancy characteristics, equipment considerations, and emergency procedures that require focused instruction and careful supervision.

As a Dry Suit Specialty Instructor, you’ll focus on how to teach proper dry suit selection, fit, donning and doffing, and buoyancy control using both the BCD and the suit. Emphasis is placed on trim, thermal management, and managing common issues such as air migration and inversion scenarios.

At Space City Dive Center, Dry Suit Instructor training emphasizes real-world application and conservative teaching practices. You’ll refine how you brief dives, coach students through buoyancy adjustments, and supervise training dives safely while maintaining training standards.

This specialty is ideal for instructors teaching in colder environments, leading travel to cold-water destinations, or supporting divers who want to extend their diving season and comfort range.

What You’ll Learn

• Dry suit types, components, and proper fit
• Buoyancy control techniques specific to dry suits
• Managing air movement and trim
• Emergency procedures, including inversion recovery
• Teaching and supervising dry suit dives safely

Who This Course Is For

Dry Suit Specialty Instructor is designed for certified scuba instructors who want to expand their teaching portfolio with cold-water and exposure protection training. It is a strong addition for instructors building experience toward Master Scuba Diver Trainer.

Prerequisites

• PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) or higher professional rating
• Active Teaching status required
• Dry Suit Diver certification required
• Minimum of 10 logged dry suit dives required
• Completion of required medical documentation

What’s Included

• Course Director-led Dry Suit Specialty Instructor training
• Teaching guidance and standards review
• Dry Suit Specialty Instructor certification upon successful completion

PADI Specialty Instructor application fee is not included