About the Course
PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) Speciality
Experience Underwater Exploration Like Never Before
Elevate your diving with the PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) Speciality Course in Essex. Designed for adventurous divers, this speciality lets you glide effortlessly through the water using an underwater scooter — exploring more of the reef, wrecks, and scenic dive sites with ease and excitement.
Course Overview
Price: £239
Duration: 1 Day – 2 Open Water Dives
Location: Bespoke Scuba Diving – Dagenham, Essex
Certification: PADI Specialty DPV Certification upon completion
Whether you’re planning shore dives or boat dives, learning to dive with a DPV expands your underwater range, conserves energy, and adds a fun, dynamic dimension to every dive.
Why Choose the PADI DPV Speciality?
By completing this speciality, you’ll:
Cover More Underwater Territory - Glide further and faster than traditional finning.
Have More Fun Exploring - DPVs offer an exhilarating dive experience for all enthusiasts.
Improve Dive Efficiency - Use less energy so you stay underwater longer with less effort.
Who Can Join?
You’re eligible to enrol if you:
Are at least 12 years old
Hold a PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver certification or equivalent
This course is perfect for divers based in Essex, London, Kent and surrounding areas looking to boost their skills and confidence underwater.
What You’ll Learn
During the DPV Speciality, you’ll be guided through essential skills and knowledge:
DPV handling techniques, including controlled descents, ascents and buddy procedures
Planning and executing safe DPV dives tailored to different environments
Maintenance basics and equipment safety checks for your propulsion vehicle
This certification also enhances your planning skills and awareness of potential hazards when diving with a DPV.
Flexible Course Options
You can choose the option that suits you:
Pool Try Dive – £50
Full PADI DPV Speciality Course – £239
As an Adventure Dive during Advanced Open Water – add DPV for £40
When qualified - If you don’t own a DPV, rental scooters are available — and if you purchase a DPV within 7 days of completing the full speciality, we’ll give you £50 off of the scooter purchase!
Book Today — Dive Beyond Limits!
Ready to glide through amazing dive sites with ease? Book your PADI Diver Propulsion Vehicle course with Bespoke Scuba Diving now and take your scuba diving to the next level.
📞 Call us on 01708 837032 or click Book Now above.


