We offer Rescue Courses upon request only.

Please  contact us  to schedule your class today!

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Course Prerequisites

• Minimum age is 12

• First Aid/CPR Certification

• Advanced Open Water Course

• All participants must complete PADI eLearning before the start of the class

• All participants must complete and email a copy of the Medical Questionnaire prior to the first day of the class

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Course Outline

The PADI Rescue Diver course teaches you how to prevent, recognize, and manage diving emergencies while building confidence, awareness, and leadership skills. Through hands-on training and realistic rescue scenarios, you’ll learn self-rescue techniques, how to assist distressed or unresponsive divers, and how to manage emergency situations both underwater and at the surface. This challenging yet rewarding course is a major step in becoming a safer, more capable diver and is a prerequisite for professional-level PADI training.

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Class Schedule​

• Day 1: Paperwork and Exams at our Dive Center and in-water Rescue Skills​ (~4 to 5 hours)

• Day 2: Open Water Rescue Scenario​s (~4 to 5 hours)

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What’s Included

• Complete Scuba Gear

• 10 Rescue skill, 2 Open Water Scenarios 

• Certified and insured PADI Scuba Instructor

• Drinking water and light snack

• Certification fee

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Price:

• $600.00 per person plus tax

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What's not included

• PADI eLearning sold separately (through PADI) ​​

• First Aid/CPR Certification

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Guided Safety Emphasis

Every Black Beard Sports Scuba Class is:

• Led by fully certified and insured PADI Professional

• Conducted in small groups for better control and experience

• Focused on environmental protection, guest safety, and education

We take pride in delivering a safe, respectful, and unforgettable experience while preserving Vieques' natural resources.

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We strongly recommend that all visitors to Vieques purchase travel insurance. Travel insurance helps protect you against unexpected delays, medical emergencies, weather disruptions, and trip interruptions while traveling to the island.

 

Cancellation Policy

It is the guest's responsibility to arrive to Vieques Island in time for reserved activities. Travel delays to Vieques do not constitute a reason for refunds. It is at the discretion of Black Beard Sports to issue refunds or reschedule tours that fall within our cancellation policy timeframes.

Small Party Booking Cancellation Policy (1-5 people): Once the reservation is complete, you must provide more than 24 hour notice in the event of a cancellation to be eligible for a full refund. If a cancellation is made within 24 hours of the tour, a refund will not be issued.

Group Booking Cancellation Policy (6+ people): Once the group reservation is complete, you must provide 1 week notice in the event of a change or cancellation to be eligible for a full refund. If changes or cancellations are made between 7 days and 24 hours prior to the tour, a refund of 50% for the cancelled activity will apply. If a cancellation is made within 24 hours of the tour, a refund will no be issued.

Rescheduling Fees: If a tour is rescheduled by the guest (for small party or group bookings) within the 24 hour period of the tour, a non-refundable $25/person rescheduling fee will be applied. Cancellations of rescheduled tours are not eligible for a refund.

In the event the tour is rescheduled by Black Beard Sports, no fee will apply. In the event the activity is cancelled by Black Beard Sports, a full refund will be issued.

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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

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What makes this course different

• Focus on diver safety and responsibility

• Builds confidence both underwater and at the surface

• Develops situational awareness beyond personal diving skills

I don't have an Advance Open Water Certification?

You can learn more about our PADI Advance Open Water Certification

What if it rains?

Light rain does not cancel classes. Trips are only canceled if weather conditions are unsafe (such as high winds or thunderstorms). If we must cancel for safety reasons, we will contact you directly.

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Who is this course for?

• Divers wanting to improve safety skills

• Those planning to continue into professional-level training

• Divers who want to be more confident and capable in emergencies

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What if I don't have an active First Aid Certification?

We can certify you as an  Emergency First Responder and Oxygen Provider. Add one or both of these certifications to your Rescue Course at a discounted rate, just let us know ahead of time!

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What should I bring with me?

Limit the number of valuables you bring with you.

We recommend bringing a towel to dry off with after the tour.

Reef friendly sunscreen and/or sun shirts. *We sell both at our retail store

And if you had a great time, gratuities for your guide are always appreciated​.

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What to wear?

We suggest swimwear

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What's the next step after an Rescue Course?

Next Step: PADI Master Scuba Diver or PADI Divemaster

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*Please remember that due to weather conditions, the conditions at the dive site may vary from day to day. This is an outdoors adventure tour, so we are at the mercy of Mother Nature.