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THE SWDA SAFETY STANDARD

The ocean sets the rules.

Shallow does not mean risk-free. SWDA combines education, conservative limits, close supervision, and a willingness to cancel.

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HOW IT WORKS

From curious
to ocean-ready.

  1. 1

    Learn on land

    Understand AirBuddy, communication, limits, and emergency procedures.

  2. 2

    Build skills in control

    Practice breathing, mask skills, equalization, body position, and equipment handling.

  3. 3

    Explore with your guide

    Enter open water only when you, your instructor, and the conditions are ready.

01

Education before entry

Equipment, communication, equalization, breathing, and emergency procedures come first.

02

Shallow by design

SWDA programs never exceed 30 feet. Most beginner water work remains much shallower.

03

Progress—not pressure

Participants advance only after demonstrating the skills needed for the next step.

04

Team supervision

Buddy awareness, small groups, in-water instruction, and surface support are built into the model.

05

Conditions decide

Surf, currents, visibility, weather, warnings, and lifeguard guidance are checked before each session.

06

Mālama i ke kai

Hands and fins stay off coral. Wildlife is viewed respectfully, and nothing is removed from the reef.

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