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Specialty Course

Surface Marker Buoy
(SMB) Specialty

Master the essential skill of deploying surface marker buoys — a critical safety skill for independent diving.

1 Day
Duration
2 Dives
Practice
OW Required
Prerequisite
Safety Skill
Focus
Prerequisites
✓ PADI Open Water Diver certified
✓ Minimum age 12 years
SGD250
All-inclusive · No hidden fees
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  • ✓ All equipment provided
  • ✓ Expert PADI instructors
  • ✓ Small groups
  • ✓ Weekend classes available

What's Included

✓ SMB deployment techniques
✓ DSMB from depth
✓ Reel management
✓ 2 practice dives
✓ SMB & reel included
✓ PADI certification card

Course Structure

1
Theory
Learn about different types of SMBs, when and why to deploy, and reel management techniques.
2
Practice Dives
Deploy SMBs from various depths, practice reel control, and manage line during ascent.
✓
Certification
Receive your PADI SMB Specialty certification — an essential skill for safe diving.
Good to Know

SMB deployment is considered an essential safety skill by many dive professionals.

Includes SMB and reel for training.