Crystal-clear winter visibility
In autumn and winter, algae vanish and alpine lakes turn crystal clear. A dry suit unlocks this breathtaking diving season.
Specialty & Winter Warmth · Valais, Switzerland
Specialty Dry Suit Diver in alpine lakes.
Never let cold water cut your dive short. Learn to stay warm and dry year-round in the crystal-clear winter waters of Valais and Lake Geneva. SDI & PADI certifications.
Course tuitionCHF 250 (SDI) / 300 (PADI)
Open water dives2 lake dives + workshop
Coaching formatMicro-group or private
PrerequisiteOpen Water or equivalent
Why dive dry in Switzerland?
Unmatched warmth and comfort
No more shivering at safety stops. Insulating thermal undergarments keep you warm and dry from descent to surface.
Precision buoyancy control
The suit becomes a second air cell. Nicholas teaches precise venting reflexes, horizontal trim, and foot-pocket air control.
Gateway to Tech and Ice diving
Dry suit certification is mandatory for ice diving (Lac Lioson), deep Lake Geneva walls, and TDI technical diving courses.
Course curriculum and milestones
One intensive day or two half-days to build total confidence and ease diving dry.
01
Theory & Equipment Choice
~1h30Neoprene vs trilaminate differences, waterproof zipper care, thermal layer selection, and seal maintenance.
02
Confined Water Skills
~45 minShallow water drills: low-pressure inflator connection, suit inflation, shoulder dump valve control, and hover trim.
03
Dive 1: Trim & Emergency drills
~45 minOpen water dive (Lac du Rosel). Inversion roll recovery, stuck inflator disconnect drills, and controlled safety stop ascent.
04
Dive 2: Exploration & Certification
~50 minFull exploratory dive with your buddy, mastery evaluation, and issuance of your permanent SDI or PADI Dry Suit certification.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dry Suit diving
Do I need to own my own dry suit?
Not necessarily: you can rent a suit for the course or bring your own. Nicholas will advise you on the best models for your body shape and diving goals.
Is dry suit diving difficult to learn?
It is not difficult, but feels different from a wetsuit. With two structured training dives, buoyancy control and venting reflexes become second nature.
What is the difference between SDI and PADI certification?
Both certifications are recognized worldwide without restrictions. SDI emphasizes modern, practical skills, while PADI offers its global brand network.