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GUE Deep Primer
Introduces deep open-circuit diving with air and trimix gas blends (GUE standard triox 30/30), focusing on narcosis management and decompression control at depths beyond recreational limits. Covers physiological effects of nitrogen narcosis, gas density, breathing strategies for deep environments, and proper gas selection. Designed for technical divers interested in deep exploration; bridges recreational and Technical Fundamentals training, establishing foundations for deeper recreational diving and narcotic gas handling needed for technical progression.
Prerequisites
GUE Open Water Diver (Rec 1), GUE Performance Diver, or GUE Basic Fundamentals certification required. Minimum 15 non-training dives since completing prerequisite course. Minimum age 16. Must be physically and mentally fit, non-smoker, and able to swim.
Instructors Teaching This Course
Mexico
Malta
Other locations
Dive Centres Offering This Course
We're still building out the directory country by country, so this list isn't every instructor or dive centre teaching it in the world — more locations are coming soon.
Common questions about GUE Deep Primer
What are the prerequisites for GUE Deep Primer?
GUE's standards require: GUE Open Water Diver (Rec 1), GUE Performance Diver, or GUE Basic Fundamentals certification required. Minimum 15 non-training dives since completing prerequisite course. Minimum age 16. Must be physically and mentally fit, non-smoker, and able to swim.
What is the minimum age for GUE Deep Primer?
GUE's standards state: Minimum age 16.
How many dives do I need before starting GUE Deep Primer?
GUE's standards state: Minimum 15 non-training dives since completing prerequisite course.
Where can I take GUE Deep Primer?
6 dive centres and 20 instructors in the TecDiveTools directory teach GUE Deep Primer, in Mexico, Egypt, the United States and Malta. Each is listed further up this page.