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Shark Diving Specialty

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The Padi AWARE Shark Conservation Dive class explores why local sharks need your help and where to find them in Monterey.
 

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Shark Conservation Dive Class
Do you want to learn more about the local sharks of the Monterey Bay? Reserve your spot in the next Scuba Fusion PADI AWARE Shark Conservation Dive Class.  Explore the sharks marine ecosystems and habitats. You’ll learn more about why the shark communities are endangered and how you can become a valuable and contributing shark defender. By knowing more about the sharks environments, you can increase your awareness of and chances of seeing one during a dive.

Prerequisites:  You must be a certified diver and be 12 or older to participate in this PADI Specialty Course.

AWARE Shark Conservation Dive Class
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Questions about the PADI AWARE Shark Conservation Dive Specialty

[tmpmela_accordion style=”1″][accordion title=”Are there sharks in Monterey Bay?”]Yes! Lots of them. However, spotting them means you will need to be in the right spot at the right time. Sharks of the Monterey Bay are elusive to divers. Sightings of juvenile white sharks have increased. it appears that Monterey Bay has quickly become a terrific place for all kinds of sharks. Sharks usually prefer the waters of the California coastlines.[/accordion][accordion title=”Why should I take a shark conservation course?”]By combining the AWARE Knowledge Development and the 2 ocean dives in Monterey you will have a better chance at getting that award winning photo of a great white shark![/accordion][accordion title=”How much do the academics cost?”]The AWARE Shark Conservation Guide with Knowledge Review is free of charge. The KR can be found ready for download on the Scuba Fusion website.[/accordion][accordion title=”Do I have to spot a shark to get certified?”]No! Simply complete the Knowledge Review and the two Monterey ocean checkout dives.[/accordion][/tmpmela_accordion]
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To get started download and read the AWARE Shark Conservation Dive PDF from this link: AWARE Shark Conservation Diver Study Guide.

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Grab your credit: Dive one of this PADI Specialty can be used as credit toward your Advanced Diver certification. Book an upcoming Advanced Diver Program Here.

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Spotting sharks locally is not a requirement to get the certification. Complete the knowledge Review and the two AWARE Shark Conservation dives with Scuba Fusion.

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Buy your own BCD bouyancy jacket!  You will master buoyancy faster and dive more often.

Monterey is a popular dive spot where many divers partake in certification classes. The Bay is well protected from ocean waves, making it possible to dive almost every day
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Should I borrow a mask and fins?  Please don’t.  Showing up with poorly fitted borrowed gear that pre-dates the Mesozoic era is dangerous and and can be uncomfortable. Innovations have been made that increase diver safety as well as comfort. Leave the old gear at home.

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