Nitrox

The PADI Enriched Air Nitrox specialty course at Atlantis Lanzarote provides divers with the essential knowledge to safely plan and execute dives using enriched air. This certification is highly recommended for those seeking to extend their bottom time and enhance safety margins by reducing nitrogen exposure. Enriched air nitrox enables longer dives at shallower depths compared to standard air, making it a popular choice for recreational divers, especially in locations like Lanzarote where multiple dives are common.

The curriculum focuses on the theoretical aspects of enriched air nitrox, including understanding oxygen and nitrogen percentages, calculating equivalent air depths (EAD), and managing the risks associated with oxygen toxicity. Participants will learn to analyze the gas mixture in their cylinders to determine its oxygen content and how to plan dives using nitrox tables or dive computers. Safe diving practices with enriched air are emphasized, including understanding the maximum operating depth (MOD) for specific nitrox blends. Atlantis Lanzarote, a PADI certified dive center, ensures this knowledge is delivered by experienced instructors.

Atlantis Lanzarote integrates theoretical learning with practical application, often linking the course content to the numerous boat dives offered by the center. While dedicated open water dives may not always be part of the specialty course itself, the acquired knowledge is directly applicable to the daily diving activities. The instruction is typically brief, often completed in a few hours or integrated into a day of diving, allowing participants to quickly benefit from their new skills. The center offers this course in multiple languages, including German, English, Spanish, and Italian.

Participants will learn to determine the optimal nitrox mix for their planned dives, considering depth and desired bottom time. They will also grasp the advantages of using nitrox, such as reduced fatigue and extended no-decompression limits. The course is accessible to certified Open Water Divers (or equivalent) aged 10 and above. Upon successful completion, divers receive their PADI Enriched Air Diver certification, a valuable qualification recognized worldwide that allows them to utilize enriched air nitrox at dive centers globally. The price for this specialty is 210 EUR.