Still Hauling A Heavy Back Tank? Float Effortlessly With Sidemount In Just One Weekend
Join The 2-Day Sidemount Course Trusted By 700+ Divers To Slash Back Strain, Gain Twin-Tank Redundancy, And Glide Through Tight Swim-Throughs Like A Pro
Struggling with tank weight, restricted movement or awkward trim? Learn to dive with a sidemount configuration and transform how you move underwater.
In just 2 days, our SSI Sidemount Diving Course teaches you how to set up dual tanks, streamline your gear, improve trim and buoyancy, and manage gas redundancy like a pro. Whether you’re a recreational diver looking for better control or preparing for technical diving, this course gives you unmatched flexibility.
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Join Swimwerks’ Sidemount Diving Course In Singapore And Glide With Freedom
Sidemount Specialists
Train with instructors who dive sidemount every week, know the latest harness tweaks, and will fine-tune your rig so tanks sit snug and valves stay within easy reach.
Streamlined Weekend Format
Complete all theory online, then spend one pool session and two open-water dives mastering trim, gas switches, and valve drills, ideal for busy divers upgrading skills.
Micro Class Coaching
We cap the course at four students so you get individual feedback on harness fit, hose routing, and buoyancy control, ensuring you leave truly comfortable in sidemount.
Why Take Our Sidemount Diving Course In Singapore?
Move With More Freedom
Unlike back-mounted tanks, sidemount lets you move effortlessly through narrow swim-throughs, wrecks and caves. No more straining your back or being off-balance underwater.
Extend Your Dive Time Safely
With two independent tanks and gas redundancy, you’ll gain peace of mind and the ability to extend your bottom time significantly.
Perfect Trim & Buoyancy
The sidemount configuration helps you achieve a perfectly horizontal trim with minimal drag, ideal for both recreational and technical divers.
Ideal For Divers With Shoulder Or Back Issues
The sidemount setup removes the stress on your back during entry and exit, making it a preferred choice for divers with physical limitations.
Swimwerks’ Sidemount Diving Course Curriculum
Our SSI-recognised sidemount course combines structured theory and hands-on water sessions in a progressive format:
Day 1 – Pool Training (Singapore)
- Sidemount theory and equipment configuration
- Harness adjustment and tank rigging
- In-water skills: gas switching, trim practice, valve drills
- Buoyancy and propulsion techniques with sidemount tanks
Day 2 – Open Water Dives (Singapore or Tioman)
- 2 Open Water Sidemount dives
- Skills application in real conditions: gas shutdowns, out-of-air protocols, gear streamlining
- Underwater navigation and propulsion drills
- Debrief and instructor feedback
Who Can Join This Sidemount Course?
This course is ideal for:
Certified Open Water Divers (or higher) looking to improve their diving configuration
Divers aged 15 and above who are medically fit
Photographers, wreck divers, or tech divers preparing for overhead environments
Recreational divers looking for comfort and redundancy
Divers with physical discomfort from traditional back-mounted gear
Certified Open Water Divers (or higher) looking to improve their diving configuration
Divers aged 15 and above who are medically fit
Photographers, wreck divers, or tech divers preparing for overhead environments
Recreational divers looking for comfort and redundancy
Divers with physical discomfort from traditional back-mounted gear
Payment Options For Swimwerks’ Sidemount Diving Course
One-Time Fee
(All-Inclusive)
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What’s Included:
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SSI Sidemount Diving Course e-learning material
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Instructor-led pool and open water training
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Full sidemount gear rental (BCD, regulators, tanks)
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Certification upon successful completion
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Optional Tioman trip available for open water dives (additional charges apply)
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Experience the freedom of movement and added safety of sidemount. Limited slots available each month, reserve now before it’s fully booked.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Sidemount Diving Course
What Is The Main Benefit Of Sidemount Diving?
It offers greater comfort, flexibility, and gas redundancy compared to back-mounted diving, especially useful in tight spaces or for divers with physical strain.
Do I Need My Own Sidemount Gear?
No. We provide full sidemount BCDs, regulators, and cylinder setups for the course.
Can Beginners Take This Course?
You’ll need to be a certified Open Water Diver with some experience in buoyancy and trim control.
Is This Course Recognised Internationally?
Yes. Upon completion, you’ll receive the SSI Sidemount Specialty Certification, accepted globally.
Can I Use This For Future Technical Diving Courses?
Absolutely. This course is a foundational stepping stone into more advanced tech courses like cave, wreck or decompression diving.