Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver
Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver
Dive longer, with shorter surface intervals — our most popular specialty, and a great first step into specialty training.
Start Nitrox Training →No Advanced CertRequired
1 DayTypical Length
Pairs WithOpen Water Course
Why Train With GB Dive Company
- Certified instructors with small-group, hands-on instruction
- Can be taken on its own or paired directly with your Open Water course
- One of the quickest specialties to complete — often a single day
Course Overview
- Learn to plan and execute dives using enriched air (higher oxygen content than standard air)
- Covers gas analysis, equipment marking, and adjusted dive planning
- Typically includes 1-2 open-water dives using enriched air
Who It's For & Prerequisites
- Open Water Diver certification required (can be completed alongside your Open Water course)
- No advanced certification or extra logged dives needed
- Minimum age 15 (junior options may be available — we'll confirm at enrollment)
- Standard medical questionnaire required for the open-water dives
Estimated Cost
$159
per person (placeholder — final pricing TBA)
What's Included
- Classroom and/or online learning
- Open-water dives using enriched air
- Training materials and certification card
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take this at the same time as my Open Water course?
Yes — many divers pair Nitrox training directly with Open Water certification to save time.
Do I need an Advanced certification first?
No — Enriched Air has no advanced prerequisite, unlike most other specialties.
Why dive with enriched air?
Enriched air typically allows longer no-decompression dive times and shorter surface intervals compared to standard air, depending on depth.
Does this count toward other certifications?
Yes — it can count as one of the specialties toward an Advanced-level certification.
Ready to Enroll?
Send us a note below — it'll open your email app, addressed to info@gbdive.com, ready to send.