GUE's most popular course — a gateway into GUE training and a completely new approach to diving.
3 Days + eLearning
Single or Double Tank
From $1,145
Ask a GUE diver when everything clicked, and most of them will say Fundamentals.
Why Take This Course?
The GUE Basic Fundamentals course is GUE's most popular class. It gives all divers a chance to advance their foundational diving skills, and provides a gateway into GUE training and other GUE courses such as Scientific Diver, DPV 1, and more.
For many non-GUE divers, the final day of their Fundamentals class is the “aha!” moment where everything falls into place — stability, a whole new level of control in the water with greater situational awareness. Students finish this course with a completely new approach to diving.
You'll build a solid diving platform based on balance, trim, buoyancy and propulsion techniques, using GUE's intelligent online learning platform to master the theory at your own pace — meaning more time in the water, less time in the classroom. The course also includes the theory and use of nitrox.
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eLearning
ONLINE & ADAPTIVE
GUE's interactive online learning platform adapts to what you already know — so you arrive ready and spend more of the course in the water.
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Day 1
THEORY + PRACTICAL
In-person theory and land drills, equipment configuration, and two dives to work on trim, buoyancy and propulsion techniques.
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Day 2
NEW SKILLS
Two dives focusing on gas sharing, valve management for single or double tanks, and the emergency procedures every diver needs.
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Day 3
MORE SKILLS + REFINEMENT
Two final dives to practise SMB deployment and ascent training, then refine every skill from the course — six dives in total.
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Equipment
Cylinders and weights are included in the course cost. Regulators, backplate & wing, rigid single-bladed fins, and any other equipment can be rented if necessary.
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.
Certified, at minimum, as an autonomous entry-level scuba diver (or equivalent) from a recognised training agency.
If using doubles during the course: at least 15 non-training dives in the GUE double-tank configuration, or a GUE Doubles Primer certification.
If using a drysuit during the course: at least 15 non-training dives in a drysuit, or 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?
Cylinders and weights are included. Regulators, backplate & wing, fins, and other equipment can be rented if needed. You'll need to bring your own mask, backup mask, SMB, spool, and wetnotes.
How long is the course?
Normally three days, with a minimum of six dives and at least 24 hours of in-person instruction, plus additional online and/or in-person theory.
What are the prerequisites?
Minimum age 14, physically and mentally fit, a non-smoker, able to swim, and certified at minimum as an autonomous entry-level scuba diver. See full prerequisites above.
Can I do the course with double tanks?
Yes, if you have 15 non-training dives on doubles, or hold a GUE Doubles Primer certification.
Is the course internationally recognised?
Yes. GUE certifications are recognised by dive operators and technical diving communities worldwide.
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