About the Course
PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) – PADI's Most Popular Specialty Dive Course
Ready to dive deeper and stay underwater longer?The PADI Enriched Air Diver course (often called Nitrox) is PADI’s most popular specialty — and for good reason. Learn how using enriched air with higher oxygen and lower nitrogen levels can extend your no-decompression bottom time and reduce surface intervals on repetitive dives.
Why Choose the PADI Enriched Air Diver Course?
🐠 More bottom time: Dive longer at your chosen depth compared to breathing normal air.
⏱ Shorter surface intervals: Reduced nitrogen loading lets you get back in the water sooner.
💪 Less fatigue: Many divers report feeling fresher after dives.
📈 Boost your diving skills: This certification counts toward the PADI Master Scuba Diver rating.
Course Overview
At our PADI 5-Star Dive Centre in Dagenham, Essex, you’ll learn key skills and theory behind enriched air diving in a friendly, small-group environment.
What you’ll learn:
✔ Why it extends your dive time and reduces nitrogen uptake
✔ How to correctly analyse oxygen content in your scuba cylinder
✔ How to safely manage oxygen exposure limits
✔ How to programme your dive computer for Nitrox diving
Course Options & Pricing
We offer flexible training to suit your goals:
📘 Option 1 – Classroom Only (Theory & Practical Skills)Perfect if you just want the certification and knowledge.💷 From £155 — includes practical gas analysis training.
🌊 Option 2 – Classroom + Two Enriched Air DivesGet hands-on experience planning and diving with enriched air.💷 £329 — includes two open water dives using Nitrox.
🎓 Option 3 – Add to Open Water CourseCombine this specialty as part of your Open Water course and save.💷 £750 overall package.
👉 Click Book Now to secure your place.
Who Can Take This Course?
Minimum age: 12 years and up.
Must hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent). or be working towards this with us.
No prior enriched air knowledge is required — we start from basics, using PADI e-learning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to do dives to complete the course? Most students choose the classroom-only option and complete practical skills and gas analysis without open water dives.
Will this help me on holiday dives?Yes — Nitrox is available at most reputable dive destinations worldwide, and having the certification helps you get the most from every dive trip.
Book Your PADI Enriched Air Diver Course in Essex
Ready to extend your underwater adventures and get more from every dive?
Contact us or click “Book Now” to secure your place in this high-value specialty course — ideal for both local dives and vacation adventures.
📞 Call: 01708 837032
📩 Message us to book or ask questions