Rebreather Trial

Test drive a rebreather!

Scuba diving equipment has evolved year-after-year driving new technologies, and improving on old ones. Rebreathers are the pinnacle of diving technology. The one thing that typically limits your dive times is air, rebreathers take away this limitation by allowing you to stay underwater for several hours by scrubbing carbon dioxide and maximizing the efficiency of your tanks. This rebreather trial will allow you to test out a rebreather and see how it can advance your scuba skills.

  • All year round (yes even winter!)

  • Don't see a time that works for you or want to book for a special occasion? Contact us to book a Private Tour!

  • Approx. 2.5 hours at the site

  • Maximum 1 diver per instructor (let us know in advance for large parties)

Please bring:

  • Mask

  • Fins

  • Snorkel

  • Boots

  • Suitable clothes for the weather of the day

  • Contact lenses if you wear glasses

    Cold weather only:

  • Long underwear

  • Thick socks

  • Boots will be provided

Included:

  • number of dives depends on group size, weather and time allowance.

  • Dive Professional

  • Top of the line rental dive gear including: rebreather, buoyancy control device, regulators, gauges, weights, weight belt, wetsuit / drysuit

  • Padi Rebreather Diving specialty certification card

 
 

For your safety, all participants must:

  • Have your Padi Open Advanced Water certification (or equivalent)

  • Have your Padi Dry Suit certification (or equivalent) depending on water temps

  • Have read, signed, and followed directions on the online medical statement (link provided in confirmation email)  PDF

  • Have our Medical form signed off by a doctor if they are age 60 or older  PDF

  • Sign our liability release form  PDF

  • Be at least 13 years of age (students 12 years of age and younger are required to take private classes.)

  • Be able to communicate in English

  • Not be pregnant

 Instructors & Staff

 Frequently Asked Questions

Q: My summer schedule is booked! When can I take a tour?

A: We dive year round! Thanks to Dry Suits, you’ll be surprised how manageable the cold is.

Q: Can I buy food close by?

A: We typically provide lunch or snacks, if you have special dietary requirements please pack a lunch. There is a shop close to the dive sites with typical convenience store food.

Q: Do I need to pay for Parking?

A: State Parks in Arkansas require a $5 day pass (paid at the entrance) to help keep our parks beautiful, clean, and provide bathrooms. It is a small price to pay. (Please bring cash for the pass)

Q: Can I bring my own equipment?

A: Yes absolutely, using your own equipment whenever possible will let you feel more comfortable in the water without having to learn a new setup each time. Please bringing older equipment to our shop first to have it checked and serviced before your dive, this will ensure it is in good working condition so you don’t miss the dive.

Q: How much time should I allow?

A: Travel time to the dive site is about 2 hours from Fort Smith. We will meet at the site dive, go over information and safety instructions and get wet! You’ll need to plan 6 hours or longer depending on size of class and how quickly we get through the material.

Q: Is there anywhere to stay the night close by?

A: Yes in close by Eureka Springs, It’s a beautiful historic town nestled in the hills, has many restaurants, attractions, artisan shops, antiques, bars / clubs, and hotels or BNBs.

Q: What do I do if I have more questions?

A: Call us, we would be happy to talk through any questions or concerns.

 

 Location

Location varies with participants, weather conditions, and schedules. If you have any preferences let us know. Make sure to give us your phone number in case we need to contact you.

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