Learn to Dive Comfortably and Safely in a Dry Suit
Why Learn to Dive with a Dry Suit?
A dry suit offers much more than protection from cold water.
It helps maintain your body temperature during long dives, reduces fatigue and allows you to dive comfortably throughout the year in places where a wetsuit simply isn’t enough.
Whether you dream of exploring Norwegian fjords, Scottish wrecks, alpine lakes, Iceland’s crystal-clear waters or simply extending your diving season back home, learning to use a dry suit is one of the most valuable investments you can make in your diving education.
It gives you the confidence to dive almost anywhere in the world.
Why Take Your Dry Suit Course in Tenerife?
It may sound surprising, but warm water is actually one of the best environments in which to learn how to use a dry suit.
When you’re introduced to new equipment, it’s far easier to concentrate on buoyancy control, trim and dry suit management without also dealing with freezing temperatures or challenging conditions.
By learning in Tenerife’s clear, calm waters, you’ll build confidence much faster and develop the correct techniques before taking your dry suit into colder environments.
It’s a smarter and far more enjoyable way to learn.
Practical Training from the Very First Dive
The PADI Dry Suit Diver Course is designed to be highly practical.
Before entering the water, you’ll learn how to inspect and prepare a dry suit, choose the appropriate undergarments and perform all the necessary pre-dive checks.
During your training dives you’ll practise buoyancy control using the dry suit, managing the air inside the suit, proper ascent techniques and how to deal with the most common situations that dry suit divers may encounter.
By the end of the course, using a dry suit will feel natural rather than intimidating.
Why Choose Scubafriends Tenerife?
Learning a new diving configuration requires patience, experience and individual attention.
That’s why we teach in small groups, allowing every diver to receive personalised coaching throughout the course.
Our experience in both recreational and technical diving enables us to teach efficient techniques from the beginning, helping you avoid habits that are difficult to correct later.
Our goal isn’t simply to certify you—it’s to ensure that you leave Tenerife feeling confident and comfortable diving in a dry suit anywhere in the world.
What’s Included?
The course includes official PADI eLearning, two open water training dives and all the practical instruction required to become a certified PADI Dry Suit Diver.
If we have your size available, you’ll also be able to use one of our dry suits throughout the course at no additional cost.
Because the theory is completed online before your arrival, you’ll spend more time in the water making the most of your holiday.
Course Price
The PADI Dry Suit Diver Course costs €320.
The price includes:
- Official PADI eLearning.
- Two open water training dives.
- Personal instruction from a certified PADI Instructor.
- Dry suit use (subject to size availability).
- Full scuba equipment if required.
- PADI Dry Suit Diver certification.
No hidden costs.
Course Requirements
To enrol in the course you must be at least 10 years old and hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or an equivalent certification from another recognised training organisation.
If you’re unsure whether your certification qualifies, simply contact us and we’ll be happy to advise you.
How Long Does the Course Take?
The course is normally completed in one day.
However, if you’d like more time to practise and become even more comfortable using a dry suit, we can easily arrange additional dives. Many divers choose this option to build extra confidence before using a dry suit in colder waters.
Where Can Your Dry Suit Certification Take You?
Once you’ve earned your PADI Dry Suit Diver certification, a whole new world of diving opportunities becomes available.
Cold-water wrecks, alpine lakes, winter diving, Norwegian fjords, Iceland and many of the world’s most spectacular dive destinations become far more enjoyable when you’re warm and comfortable underwater.
A dry suit certification isn’t just another specialty—it’s a qualification you’ll continue to benefit from throughout your diving career.
Wetsuit or Dry Suit – Which Is Right for You?
Both systems have their place.
A wetsuit is the ideal choice for warm tropical waters, while a dry suit offers significant advantages whenever water temperatures drop or when you’re planning longer, repetitive dives.
Understanding both systems gives you the flexibility to choose the most appropriate equipment for every destination and every season.
Book Your PADI Dry Suit Diver Course in Tenerife
If you’re ready to expand your diving skills, master a new equipment configuration and prepare yourself for diving in almost any environment, the PADI Dry Suit Diver Course is the perfect next step.
Get in touch today and we’ll organise your course around your holiday in Tenerife.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it difficult to learn how to dive in a dry suit?
Not at all. With proper instruction and a little practice, most divers quickly become comfortable using a dry suit.
Wouldn’t it be better to learn in cold water?
Actually, no. Learning in Tenerife allows you to focus entirely on technique without the distraction of cold temperatures or difficult conditions.
Will I use a dry suit during the course?
Yes. If we have your size available, you’ll complete the practical training using one of our dry suits.
Can I use my own dry suit?
Absolutely. If you already own a dry suit, the course is the perfect opportunity to become fully confident using your own equipment.
Is the PADI Dry Suit Diver certification recognised worldwide?
Yes. Your certification is internationally recognised and accepted by PADI Dive Centres across the world.
Can I complete the course during my holiday?
Yes. The course is usually completed in a single day, making it easy to fit into your diving holiday while leaving plenty of time to enjoy Tenerife.
