CCR, Closed Circuit Rebreather
Closed Circuit Rebreather (CCR) Diver Training is a specialized and advanced form of scuba diving instruction that equips divers with the knowledge and skills to safely and effectively use closed circuit rebreather systems. Unlike traditional open circuit scuba equipment, which releases exhaled breath into the surrounding water, CCR systems recycle and filter the exhaled gas, allowing for longer dive durations and reduced gas consumption.
During CCR Diver Training, divers learn the fundamental principles behind rebreather technology, including gas management, loop maintenance, and understanding the rebreather's various components. The training typically consists of a combination of classroom sessions, practical hands-on exercises, and open water dives under the guidance of experienced instructors.
The classroom sessions cover topics such as rebreather physiology, gas laws, dive planning, decompression theory, and emergency procedures specific to CCR diving. Divers gain a thorough understanding of how rebreathers function and the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical parameters such as oxygen levels, carbon dioxide absorption, and loop integrity.
In the practical training sessions, divers become familiar with assembling, disassembling, and properly configuring the rebreather equipment. They learn how to perform pre-dive checks, calibrate sensors, and troubleshoot common issues that may arise during a dive. The focus is on developing proficiency in handling the rebreather system, maintaining buoyancy control, and effectively using the integrated dive computer.
Open water dives are a crucial part of CCR Diver Training, as they provide divers with the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in realistic diving scenarios. Under the guidance of instructors, divers practice various skills, such as buoyancy control, gas management, ascent and descent procedures, and emergency drills specific to CCR diving. They also learn to analyze and plan their dives based on factors such as decompression obligations and gas consumption.
Safety is paramount throughout CCR Diver Training. Divers are taught to recognize and respond to potential hazards, as well as how to properly manage emergencies that may arise during a rebreather dive. They develop a keen awareness of their personal limits and the importance of adhering to established safety protocols.
Upon successful completion of CCR Diver Training, divers are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to safely plan and conduct dives using closed circuit rebreathers. They can explore longer dive durations, extended decompression profiles, and enjoy the benefits of reduced gas consumption. However, it is important to note that CCR diving is an advanced form of diving that requires ongoing practice, experience, and adherence to safety guidelines to ensure continued proficiency and safety.
RAID Programs
RAID is an exciting young agency with a very forward thinking approach to dive training and modern education, their programs are in-depth and fairly demanding in comparison as well as recognised worldwide.
RAID CCR Intro Day
CCR Intro/Try Out Day
An intro day is just that, a brief introduction to CCR diving, pick a unit from our stables and spend a day 1:1 with an instructor learning the basics of CCR diving.
RAID Sport CCR Diver 30m
Sport CCR Diver
This is an entry level CCR programme, you'll be limited to 30m of depth, and will learn to comfortably dive the CCR only having to do basic operations and simple skills.
RAID CCR MOD I
Tech CCR Diver - MOD I
A Full technical CCR program qualifying the student to 40m with Air Diluent and no deco. This is a 5 to 6 day program depending on what unit you want to learn on.
Experienced divers may add 1 extra day onto this program upgrading their certification to 40min Air-Dil with 10min of Decompression.
RAID CCR MOD I.5
CCR UPGRADE MOD 1.5 - 45m Limited Trimix
This is an upgrade ONLY.
Your Current CCR Level:
- Sport CCR - 3 days to upgrade
- Tech CCR - 2 days to upgrade
- Tech CCR + Deco - 1 to 2 days to upgrade
RAID CCR MOD II
CCR MOD II - 60m Normoxic Trimix
This program introduces 60min of decompression to your diving, and as such is a full normoxic trimix program. Deco allowed after certifying is unlimted.
RAID CCR MOD III
CCR MOD III - 80m Hypoxic Trimix
Do you want to take it to the next depth? then this is the course for you. Hypoxic Trimix is the final stage of your CCR Training.
