Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver

About this activity

Enriched air, also known as nitrox or EANx, contains less nitrogen than regular air. Breathing less
nitrogen means you can enjoy longer dives and shorter surface intervals. No wonder Enriched
Air Diver is the most popular PADI® specialty.
What You’ll Learn
• Dive with nitrox
• Set your dive computer
• Use an oxygen air analyzer
Certification Requirements
Prerequisites: PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver (or qualifying entry-level-certification)
Time: PADI eLearning: 2-4 hours, Entire course: 1-2 days
Age: 12 years or older
Health: Good physical health
How to Earn an Enriched Air Nitrox Certification
Learn why nitrox allows you to make longer dives and how to dive nitrox safely through online
independent study. Meet with your PADI Instructor for hands-on practical exercises, then make
two (optional) dives.

Step 1
PADI eLearning
PADI eLearning makes it easy to fit scuba lessons into a busy schedule. Complete the
independent study part of your course whenever, wherever it’s convenient for you.
Work at your own pace, online or offline, using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your
instructor for inwater training, or whenever you have a question.
• eLearning time commitment: 2-4 hours
Step 2
Sindbad Dive Club Instructor
Included training and gear rental.
After finishing your independent study, you’ll learn how to analyze a tank, fill out an enriched air
log, and set your dive computer for nitrox. There are two optional dives.