Diver Propulsion Vehicle — the gateway to longer dives, bigger sites, and exploration.
3-Day Course
All Equipment Included
From $995
Cover in ten minutes what used to take you an entire dive.
Why Take This Course?
Being a diver means exploring new underwater territories, and with an underwater scooter (DPV) the exploration range can expand even further. Riding a scooter is not only fun, but it also lets you cover more distance with less effort, even while carrying extra gear.
GUE's DPV Level 1 course introduces divers to the skills and knowledge required to safely use Diver Propulsion Vehicles in open water — covering dive planning, teamwork, environmental and conservation awareness, stress management, navigation, standard and emergency procedures, DPV maintenance and troubleshooting, and the hazards of diving with a DPV.
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Day 1
THEORY + IN-WATER SKILLS
Introduction to DPVs, pre-dive checks and GUE-specific procedures. Two dives focusing on static and dynamic DPV skills.
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Day 2
IN-WATER TRAINING
Dive planning theory, then two dives covering team techniques, towing and recovery, failure and runaway-scooter protocols and speed measuring.
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Day 3
EXPERIENCE DIVE
Plan and execute a longer DPV dive with supervision, then a full post-dive debrief and feedback from your GUE instructor.
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Equipment
All major pieces of equipment are included in the course cost, including the DPV, regulators, backplate & wing, rigid single-bladed fins, tanks and weights.
You're expected to own or purchase your own mask, backup mask, surface marker buoy, spool and wetnotes.
As a GUE student, you also unlock a 15% discount off most equipment items in store.
Obtain a physician's prior written authorisation for use of prescription drugs (except birth control), or for any medical condition that may pose a risk while diving.
At least 25 non-training dives following completion of that certification.
At least 75 non-training dives following completion of autonomous scuba diver certification.
If using doubles during the course: at least 15 non-training dives in the GUE double-tank configuration, or 10 following a GUE Doubles Primer certification.
If using a drysuit during the course: at least 15 non-training dives in a drysuit, or 10 following a GUE Drysuit Primer certification.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about our courses, scheduling, prerequisites, and gear.
How do I book this course?
Choose a date above, or contact us to organise a course on request if no published dates suit your schedule.
What's included in the price?
All major equipment — DPV, regulators, backplate & wing, fins, tanks & weights. You'll need to bring your own mask, backup mask, SMB, spool, and wetnotes. Note: the GUE Registration Fee (USD$95) is separate, paid via the GUE website.
How long is the course?
Normally three days, with a minimum of 5 dives and at least 24 hours of instruction (theory, land drills, and in-water work) — either three consecutive days or a schedule built around you.
What are the prerequisites?
Minimum age 16, a GUE Open Water Diver, GUE Performance Diver or GUE Basic Fundamentals certification with at least 25 non-training dives since, at least 75 non-training dives overall, plus doubles and drysuit experience if you use them on the course. See the full prerequisites above.
Is the course internationally recognised?
Yes. GUE certifications are recognised by dive operators and technical diving communities worldwide.
