Intro to Tech / Tek Essentials – Your First Step into Technical Diving

Take your first step into technical diving in Playa del Carmen 
The Intro to Tech course (also known as Tek Essentials) is designed for certified divers who want to transition from recreational to technical diving in a safe and structured way. At Pluto Dive, you’ll learn how to improve your buoyancy, trim, gas planning, and equipment setup while diving in one of the world’s best training locations.

What You’ll Learn

This course focuses on mastering fundamental skills and developing precision underwater. You will learn to:

  • Maintain perfect buoyancy, trim, balance, and propulsion.

  • Refine your dive planning and gas management.

  • Configure and streamline your equipment for technical dives.

  • Increase your situational awareness and safety.

  • Understand decompression principles and minimum deco procedures.

  • Build solid foundations for future advanced programs such as Advanced Nitrox, Decompression Procedures, or Technical Sidemount.

Why Take the Intro to Tech Course in Playa del Carmen

Learning with Pluto Dive means personalized instruction, small groups, and expert technical instructors. This course not only enhances your existing skills but also prepares you for more complex dives and overhead environments like cenotes and caves.

Start Your Technical Diving Journey Today

The Intro to Tech / Tek Essentials course is your gateway to the world of technical diving. Whether your goal is extended range diving, decompression training, or just becoming a more confident diver, this program will take your diving to the next level.

👉 Learn more about technical diving standards at TDI or IANTD.

Prerequisites

  • Minimum of 25 logged dives

Prerequisite certifications

  • Advanced Open Water Diver

min age 18 / time commitment 3 days / max depth 130ft/40m

Price

Includes course materials and certification card

Offered by:

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