GUE Standards 10.1 & New Courses

Transforming Dive Training for the Next Generation

A Bold Leap Forward with GUE’s New Courses

Welcome to a new era of dive training excellence at Global Underwater Explorers (GUE). We are proud to unveil groundbreaking courses that redefine accessibility, skill development, and learning for divers of all levels as part of the launch of GUE Standards, Policies, and Procedures v10.1!

Revolutionizing Recreational Diving

The GUE Performance Diver Course

 

Designed as a game-changing entry point for newer certified divers, the Performance Diver Course offers a streamlined approach to building confidence and core skills. This innovative two-day course combines online learning with immersive, in-water instruction.

Why This Course Matters:

  • Refine buoyancy, trim, and propulsion skills.
  • Gain confidence through focused, practical instruction.
  • Maximize in-water time with our flexible online theory component.

Course Highlights:

  • Duration: Two in-person days with a minimum of four dives.
  • Structure: Online learning, confined-water skill sessions, and open-water dives.
  • Core Skills: GUE equipment configuration, teamwork, and advanced ascent techniques.

Learn More About the Performance Diver Course


A New Era of Technical Training

The GUE Technical Fundamentals Course

 

Elevating the pathway to advanced exploration, the Technical Fundamentals Course is tailored for experienced divers aiming to build advanced skills and prepare for cave, CCR, or technical training.

Why This Course Matters:

  • Build advanced skills for challenging diving environments.
  • Refine doubles diving, rescue techniques, and ascent training.
  • Set a solid foundation for success in advanced programs.

Course Highlights:

  • Duration: Four in-person days with a minimum of eight dives.
  • Core Skills: Valve management, SMB deployment, and rescue introduction.

Explore GUE Technical Fundamentals


Expanding Horizons for Rebreather Divers

The GUE CCR Fundamentals Course

 

The CCR Fundamentals Program creates a seamless pathway for divers transitioning to closed-circuit rebreathers (CCR), providing a structured foundation for advanced rebreather diving.

Why This Course Matters:

  • Refine buoyancy, optimal loop volume, and rebreather breathing techniques.
  • Build confidence for complex diving scenarios.
  • Progress to CCR Tech 1 training after gaining experience.

Course Structure:

  • Unified equipment configuration across CCR Fundamentals and CCR Tech 1.
  • Skills-focused training to prepare for advanced technical diving.
  • Standard gas mixes in Fundamentals, helium introduced in Tech 1.

Learn More About CCR Fundamentals


GUE’s Adaptive E-Learning Platform

Revolutionizing the way divers learn, GUE’s cutting-edge adaptive e-learning platform enhances accessibility and engagement for all students. This new platform will see a phased roll-out, starting with GUE Performance Diver students.

Key Features:

  • Accessibility Options: An “Accessibility” mode increases contrast and optimizes for screen readers.
  • Engaging Formats: Course content is offered as intelligent e-books and bite-sized, mobile-friendly video explanations with voice-overs for auditory learning.
  • Personalized Learning: Multiple engagement methods ensure students retain key concepts and apply them effectively.
This platform empowers divers to focus on mastering practical skills during in-water training, ensuring a confident and informed approach to their diving journey.

Join Us in this Milestone Moment

These new courses and learning tools reflect our commitment to making dive training more accessible and
empowering divers to reach new depths of exploration and excellence.