Discover Tec Diving

FROM THE FIRST BREATH TO UNLIMITED DEPTH

From 400.00 AED

About the Course

Discover Tec is an experience program designed for divers who are curious about technical diving and want to try it in a safe, controlled setting. This introductory tec diving course does not result in certification. Instead, it gives you the opportunity to wear a full technical kit, get comfortable with the equipment, and complete a supervised in-water session focused on fundamental tec skills. This beginner technical diving experience is ideal for recreational divers who want to understand the difference between standard scuba gear and tec configurations before moving on to more advanced training. It is also a great technical diving try dive for divers considering Tec Basics or Tec 40 in the future. PADI notes that Discover Tec may credit toward those later courses.
Course Location
Course Duration

4 hours

Max Depth

5 m

Schedule

No stop dives only (simulated decompression)

Course Duration

4 hours

Max Depth

5 m

Gasses

Air or enriched air up to EANx 40%

Decompression

No stop dives only (simulated decompression)

Course Duration

4 hours

Max Depth

5 m

Schedule

No stop dives only (simulated decompression)

4 hours

How to Earn your Scuba Diving Certification

Build a strong foundation for your technical diving journey. Tec Basics focuses on essential skills, equipment configuration, and buoyancy control needed for advanced diving. Perfect for divers preparing for Tec courses or improving overall performance. Refine your techniques, enhance stability, and develop discipline underwater. This course ensures you’re fully prepared for more demanding dives. Gain confidence and precision while mastering the fundamentals of technical diving. Strengthen your abilities and set yourself up for success in future courses. Start your Tec journey the right way, enroll today and master the core skills of technical diving.

What you need to know

  • PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent.
  • Minimum 15 years old.
  • Strong buoyancy control and comfort in the water.
  • Enriched Air certification is recommended but not mandatory.
  • Complete a medical statement confirming fitness to dive.
  • Personal dive gear: mask, fins and exposure suit (bring your own).
  • Transportation to the pool or dive site.
  • Meals and personal expenses.
  • Dive insurance (recommended for divers).
  • Certification – this is an experience, not a certification.
  • Progression courses (Tec Basics, Tec 40) are not included.
  • The basics of technical diving equipment, including twin sets and sidemount systems.
  • Valve drills and breathing from multiple regulators.
  • Gas switching procedures for safety and redundancy.
  • Team communication in a technical dive setting.
  • An introduction to technical dive planning and why redundancy is critical.
  • Insight into whether technical diving suits your interests and goals
  • Introduction to a few basic technical skills
  • The level of training and mindset that will be needed to continue your education and the next tec levels. 
  1. Book your session and meet your instructor for a briefing on technical diving concepts.
  2. Gear fitting and orientation: Choose backmount or sidemount and practise equipment setup.
  3. Pre-dive knowledge development and briefing – Equipment setup (may be    preassembled for participants not earning credit)

         Discover Tec dive

  • For pleasure and experience
  • Or for credit, covering Tec Basics Dive One – Part One or Tec 40 Dive One – Part One
  • Post dive debriefing and log dive)
  1. Pool session: Practise breathing, valve drills, gas switching and buoyancy control.
  2. Optional open‑water dive: Head to a shallow site (10 m) to experience gas switching in open water.
  3. Debrief and next steps: Discuss how you felt and decide whether to progress to Tec Basics or Tec 40.

Course Schedules 

  • The course typically takes 1 day (1 Session). Each session lasts 3–4 hours.
  • Daily start times at 9 AM or 2 PM 
  • Group size: Typically 2–4 divers per instructor.
  • Sessions take place year‑round in our Dubai pool; open‑water dives are arranged in Fujairah.
  • Mask, fins and exposure suit (wetsuit or dry‑suit appropriate for the pool and optional dive).
  • Certification card and logbook.
  • Swimwear and a towel.
  • Water bottle and reef‑safe sunscreen.
  • Enthusiasm to try new equipment and techniques.
  • Personal gear: mask, fins, exposure suit, computer, SMB and any other relevant equipment for technical diving
  • Reusable water bottle and light snacks Towel and flip-flops)
  • The course typically takes 1 day (1 Session). Each session lasts 4 hours.
  • Daily start times at 9 AM or 2 PM 
  • Group size: Typically 2–4 divers per instructor.
  • Sessions take place year‑round in our Dubai pool; open‑water dives are arranged in Fujairah.
  • Briefing and planning session covering technical diving concepts, equipment and safety.
  • Use of technical gear (backmount or sidemount, long hoses, stage cylinders) during pool training.
  • Pool session to practise breathing from multiple regulators, valve drills and basic gas switching.
  • Optional shallow open‑water dive to 5 m in Fujairah to test buoyancy and gas switching in real conditions.
  • Dive gear setup, exploring, and getting a feel for how the technical dive equipment works.
  • Instructor supervision throughout and a post‑dive debrief.
  • Refreshments during the session.
  • Personal dive gear: mask, fins and exposure suit (bring your own).
  • Transportation to the pool or dive site.
  • Meals and personal expenses.
  • Dive insurance (recommended for divers).
  • Certification – this is an experience, not a certification.
  • Progression courses (Tec Basics, Tec 40) are not included.
  • Personal dive gear: mask, fins and exposure suit (bring your own).
  • Transportation to the pool or dive site.
  • Meals and personal expenses.
  • Dive insurance (recommended for divers).
  • Certification – this is an experience, not a certification.
  • Progression courses (Tec Basics, Tec 40) are not included.
  • Personal dive gear: mask, fins and exposure suit (bring your own).
  • Transportation to the pool or dive site.
  • Meals and personal expenses.
  • Dive insurance (recommended for divers).
  • Certification – this is an experience, not a certification.
  • Progression courses (Tec Basics, Tec 40) are not included.
  • Mask, fins and exposure suit (wetsuit or dry‑suit appropriate for the pool and optional dive).
  • Certification card and logbook.
  • Swimwear and a towel.
  • Water bottle and reef‑safe sunscreen.
  • Enthusiasm to try new equipment and techniques.
  • Personal gear: mask, fins, exposure suit, computer, SMB and any other relevant equipment for technical diving
  • Reusable water bottle and light snacks Towel and flip-flops)
  1. Book your session and meet your instructor for a briefing on technical diving concepts.
  2. Gear fitting and orientation: Choose backmount or sidemount and practise equipment setup.
  3. Pre-dive knowledge development and briefing – Equipment setup (may be    preassembled for participants not earning credit)

         Discover Tec dive

  • For pleasure and experience
  • Or for credit, covering Tec Basics Dive One – Part One or Tec 40 Dive One – Part One
  • Post dive debriefing and log dive)
  1. Pool session: Practise breathing, valve drills, gas switching and buoyancy control.
  2. Optional open‑water dive: Head to a shallow site (10 m) to experience gas switching in open water.
  3. Debrief and next steps: Discuss how you felt and decide whether to progress to Tec Basics or Tec 40.

Course Schedules 

  • The course typically takes 1 day (1 Session). Each session lasts 3–4 hours.
  • Daily start times at 9 AM or 2 PM 
  • Group size: Typically 2–4 divers per instructor.
  • Sessions take place year‑round in our Dubai pool; open‑water dives are arranged in Fujairah.
  • The course typically takes 1 day (1 Session). Each session lasts 4 hours.
  • Daily start times at 9 AM or 2 PM 
  • Group size: Typically 2–4 divers per instructor.
  • Sessions take place year‑round in our Dubai pool; open‑water dives are arranged in Fujairah.
  • Discover Tec is not a certification; it’s an experience to help you decide if technical diving is right for you.
  • Bring your own personal gear (mask, fins, exposure suit); Nemo supplies all technical equipment.
  • The optional open‑water dive depends on sea conditions and may incur an additional fee.
  • After this session, many divers choose to continue to Tec Basics or Tec 40.

Don't Settle for Just "Good Enough"

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Service Details Other Centers Nemo Diving Center
Facility Location ✕ Public Beach / Vans ✓ The Palm Jumeirah (5-Star)
Ocean Upgrade ✕ Not Available / Extra ✓ Fujairah Boat Trip Option
Student Ratio ✕ Crowded (6-8 divers) ✓ VIP Attention (Max 4)
Amenities ✕ Public Restrooms ✓ Azure, Palm Jumeirah
Parking Access ✕ Paid / Off-site Walk ✓ Free On-Site Parking
Equipment Standard ✕ Standard Rental Gear ✓ Premium Sanitized Gear

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Khaled A Gaber

Dive Master

Muhammed Fasil

Dive Master

Ahmed Amer

Dive Master

Mohab Abdelmegeed

Tec Instructor Trainer

Viktoriia Kulichkova

Dive Master

Mostafa Gomaa

Padi Instructor

Faris Elsafi

Padi Instructor

Galal Hassan

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No. It’s an experience program to introduce you to technical gear and procedures.
No. Nemo supplies all technical gear; bring your mask, fins, and exposure suit.
Yes. We can arrange group sessions for friends.
Many divers progress to Tec Basics or Tec 40.
All participants must complete a PADI medical questionnaire. If any “yes” answers apply, a doctor’s clearance may be required.
You can book directly through the website or contact Nemo’s team for assistance with scheduling and questions.

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