SDI Lobster Release Diver £100

This course aims to raise awareness about the importance of lobster conservation and educate participants about lobster biology, their life cycle and role within the marine ecosystem.

The goal of this course is to teach and educate newly certified and experienced divers/snorkelers with little to no background in marine conservation on using best practices when releasing juvenile lobsters to give the species the best chances of survival through targeted dive sites & habitats in a safe and controlled manner. This course is also very beneficial towards participants who want to follow a career in marine biology & conservation.

Who is this course for:

  • The certified diver or snorkeler who has in interest in marine conservation

  • Students interested in a career in marine biology

Course prerequisites:

  • SDI Open Water Scuba Diver, SDI Junior Open Water Diver, or equivalent with a minimum of 25 logged sea dives or has completed the SDI Shore/Beach Diver Specialty.

  • Minimum age 18, 10 with parental consent

    What you can expect to learn:

    The SDI Lobster Release Diver course takes an in-depth look at all the following and more:

    1. Lobster Conservation

  • Lobster Life Cycle

  • Impact of Fisheries

  • Selection of appropriate Release Sites

  • Equipment required

  • What to do during an in-water emergency

    What’s in it for you?

    Upon Successful completion of this course, graduates may engage in diving activities without direct supervision of the SDI Instructor so long as the following limits are adhered to:

  • The diving activities approximate to those of training

  • The areas of activities approximate to those of training

  • Environmental conditions approximate to those of training

    *Note: Junior divers (ages 10-14) must participate in diving activities with a parent, guardian, or dive professional.

    Also, the SDI Lobster Release Diver certification counts towards a single specialty rating to achieve the SDI Advanced Diver program.

    SDI Lobster Release Diver minimum requirements:

  • Complete all open water requirements efficiently

  • Demonstrate mature and sound judgement concerning dive planning and execution