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If scuba diving feels like a peaceful stroll through the ocean, a Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV)—also known as an underwater scooter—is like exploring it on an electric bike.
DPVs allow you to cover more distance, conserve energy, and experience more of the underwater world in a single dive—all while having an incredible amount of fun. This course is all about efficiency, control, and adventure.
Complete your PADI eLearning at your own pace (2–4 hours) before meeting your instructor
Learn about different types of DPVs, care and maintenance, and dive planning with a scooter
1–2 day course
Two open water dives practicing DPV skills and maneuvers
Hands-on experience riding, controlling, and navigating with a DPV
How to properly handle and operate a DPV
Managing your depth and buoyancy while using a scooter
Efficient movement and navigation techniques
Tandem riding and diving with a buddy
How to avoid common problems such as rapid ascents/descents, entanglement, losing your buddy, or battery depletion
Proper care, maintenance, and storage of DPVs
Minimum age requirement: 12 years old
Certified as a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver or equivalent
Good physical health (medical clearance may be required depending on history)
Each student is responsible for their own transportation to and from dive locations
(Pick-ups available for an extra $20 per person)
Educational materials and instruction
Certification card processing
Private instructor
DPV use during training dives
Transportation to and from dive locations (Pick-ups available for an extra $20 per person)
Food and drinks
Dive gear rental (if needed)
Gratuity
$400 per person
Discounts available for locals, and for those booking additional courses or guided dives. Please contact for pricing.
Your first DPV dive may count toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification
Gain the confidence to explore dive sites more efficiently and access areas you couldn’t reach before
If scuba diving feels like a peaceful stroll through the ocean, a Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV)—also known as an underwater scooter—is like exploring it on an electric bike.
DPVs allow you to cover more distance, conserve energy, and experience more of the underwater world in a single dive—all while having an incredible amount of fun. This course is all about efficiency, control, and adventure.
Complete your PADI eLearning at your own pace (2–4 hours) before meeting your instructor
Learn about different types of DPVs, care and maintenance, and dive planning with a scooter
1–2 day course
Two open water dives practicing DPV skills and maneuvers
Hands-on experience riding, controlling, and navigating with a DPV
How to properly handle and operate a DPV
Managing your depth and buoyancy while using a scooter
Efficient movement and navigation techniques
Tandem riding and diving with a buddy
How to avoid common problems such as rapid ascents/descents, entanglement, losing your buddy, or battery depletion
Proper care, maintenance, and storage of DPVs
Minimum age requirement: 12 years old
Certified as a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver or equivalent
Good physical health (medical clearance may be required depending on history)
Each student is responsible for their own transportation to and from dive locations
(Pick-ups available for an extra $20 per person)
Educational materials and instruction
Certification card processing
Private instructor
DPV use during training dives
Transportation to and from dive locations (Pick-ups available for an extra $20 per person)
Food and drinks
Dive gear rental (if needed)
Gratuity
$400 per person
Discounts available for locals, and for those booking additional courses or guided dives. Please contact for pricing.
Your first DPV dive may count toward your Advanced Open Water Diver certification
Gain the confidence to explore dive sites more efficiently and access areas you couldn’t reach before
