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TDI Sidemount Diver course in Hurghada

Sidemount equipment configuration and gas-management training for divers using side-mounted cylinders. At 71 Guardians in Hurghada, the TDI Sidemount Diver course usually takes 2–3 days. Prerequisites: Minimum age 18 and SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent. Age: Minimum age 18. Course price from €475 per person, everything included.

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Two sidemount technical divers with stage cylinders
Sidemount diver descending along a deep Red Sea reef
Sidemount diver gliding over a Red Sea coral reef
Sidemount diver with a red surface marker buoy over a Red Sea reef
Oceanic whitetip shark swimming beside a sidemount diver
Technical diver with twin cylinders and stage tanks in the Red Sea

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What is the TDI Sidemount Diver course?

Sidemount equipment configuration and gas-management training for divers using side-mounted cylinders.

TDI Sidemount Diver certification.

Who can take TDI Sidemount Diver?

Minimum age 18 and SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent.

Age: Minimum age 18.

Medical: Technical medical screening, stable buoyancy and equipment familiarity.

How does TDI Sidemount Diver run, day by day?

TDI Sidemount Diver usually takes 2–3 days.

  1. Before training

    Prerequisites and equipment

    Minimum age 18 and SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent.

  2. Training

    Course programme

    Equipment workshop, confined-water configuration, gas matching for different cylinder sizes, S-drills and open-water skills.

  3. Limits

    Depth and qualification

    Sidemount training adds no depth or decompression qualification: you dive within the certifications you already hold. For staged decompression in sidemount, combine it with Tec 40 or Decompression Procedures.

  4. Completion

    Assessment and outcome

    TDI Sidemount Diver certification.

Your instructor sets the sequence around the specific programme, your progress and suitable training conditions.

How deep will you dive?

Sidemount training adds no depth or decompression qualification: you dive within the certifications you already hold. For staged decompression in sidemount, combine it with Tec 40 or Decompression Procedures.

How much does TDI Sidemount Diver cost?

TDI Sidemount Diver is from €475 per person, with everything included and no hidden extras. You pay in cash when your course starts.

What's included in TDI Sidemount Diver?

  • Training with a qualified TDI instructor
  • Course materials and certification or recognition processing
  • Full equipment for the course's training sessions
  • Tanks and weights for in-water training
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off on dive days

Equipment, materials and certification or recognition processing are included in the course price — no hidden extras.

What should I bring for TDI Sidemount Diver?

  • Your certification card (or e-card) and logbook
  • Swimwear and a towel
  • Reef-safe sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses
  • A warm layer for the boat — mornings at sea can be breezy
  • All the gear is included; bring your own mask or computer only if you prefer them
  • Your own technical kit, if you prefer to use it
  • A cutting device and a spare mask

TDI Sidemount Diver — the questions we get most

How much is TDI Sidemount Diver in Hurghada?

From €475 per person, with everything included and no hidden extras.

What do I need before starting TDI Sidemount Diver?

Minimum age 18 and SDI Open Water Scuba Diver or equivalent.

What's the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your start date. If weather or sea conditions cancel a course day, we move it to another day at no charge.

How do I book?

Message us on WhatsApp with your preferred start date and current certification. We confirm your place, and you pay in cash when your course starts.

What divers say

Amal I. ★★★★★
“The Tech 50 course with 71 Guardians was a serious step forward in my diving journey. I gained a much better understanding of technical dive planning, gas management, decompression procedures, and the importance of staying disciplined underwater. What I appreciated most was the attention to detail and the focus on doing things properly, not just getting the certification. A challenging but rewarding experience that gave me a lot to take into my future dives!”
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Ahmed H. ★★★★★
“Had an amazing experience doing the Tech 50 dive with 71 Guardians! Everything went perfectly, and the whole team was professional, supportive, and well organized. You can really feel the passion and experience behind what they do. It was a great dive with great people, and I’d definitely recommend them to anyone looking to take their diving to the next level. Looking forward to more dives together!”
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