AWARE Shark Conservation

WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE:

Love sharks? Scared of sharks? Or do you just want to know more about them? This course is designed to dispel misconceptions and discover the critical importance and value of sharks to marine ecosystems and economies.

• Minimum Age: 12 Years Old

• Prerequisites:  (Junior) Open Water SCUBA Certified

COURSE SCHEDULE:​

• Max Participants: 4

• Start time: 8AM (daily) or by appointment

• Location: Monterey, CA (alternate locations available upon request)

• Duration:

  • eLearning: complete BEFORE in-person session: 2-4 hours

  • One dive: 5-7 hours

WHAT YOU LEARN:

Get the PADI AWARE Shark Conservation Diver Specialty Certification. Independent study eLearning then two dives with Bruce. Sharks are an essential part of a healthy ocean. This course explores why they are vulnerable, the importance of a healthy shark population, managing threats and how to take action to protect them. You'll learn more about the causes of declining shark populations and the actions you can take to become a knowledgeable and passionate shark defender.​​​

IMPORTANT INFO & LINKS:

COURSE PRICING: $275

• Price includes includes PADI eLearning, two dives, and certification*

  • * A portion of the proceeds from every PADI AWARE Foundation™ course funds AWARE’s critical conservation work to remove marine debris, secure protection for sharks & rays, expand marine protected areas, and support local grantees.

• ​​Equipment:

  • You provide: ALL SCUBA Equipment: Two Cylinders, BCD, Reg Set, Exposure Protection, Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Weights, SMB, Audible Signaling Device, Light.