Sidemount Diving

Streamlined, flexible, and built for exploration β€” discover why sidemount has become one of the most popular diving configurations in the world.

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What is Sidemount Diving?

Sidemount diving is a configuration where cylinders are mounted alongside the diver rather than on the back. Originally developed for cave diving, sidemount has evolved into a highly versatile system used by recreational and technical divers worldwide.

The configuration offers improved comfort, excellent trim and balance, and true redundancy β€” making it ideal for both relaxed recreational dives and demanding technical environments.

Why Choose Sidemount?

βš–οΈ Perfect Balance & Trim

Independent cylinders allow precise weight distribution and excellent in-water balance.

🫁 True Redundancy

Each cylinder is fully independent, providing increased safety and gas management flexibility.

🧳 Comfort & Flexibility

Easier equipment handling both in and out of the water, especially for shore diving.

πŸ”§ Scalable Configuration

Sidemount adapts seamlessly from recreational profiles to advanced technical diving.

Who is Sidemount Diving For?

Sidemount diving is suitable for a wide range of divers, from recreational divers seeking improved comfort to technical divers requiring redundancy and flexibility.

  • Recreational divers wanting better trim and comfort
  • Divers looking for an alternative to backmount twins
  • Technical divers planning decompression or overhead dives
  • Photographers who value stability and equipment access

Sidemount Training & Guided Diving

At Scuba Tech Divers, sidemount training focuses on correct setup, streamlining, gas management, and real-world diving application β€” not just certification.

Sidemount Try Dives

€95

Experience sidemount diving in a controlled environment with an instructor, ideal for divers curious about the configuration.

Sidemount Courses

FROM €350

Learn proper equipment configuration, emergency procedures, buoyancy control, and gas management for safe and confident sidemount diving.

Sidemount Configuration Day

FROM €150

Bought a new Sidemount system and want to get it correctly configured with our instructor, Peter? Includes a dive in your newly configured kit.

Discover the Freedom of Sidemount Diving

Whether you’re new to sidemount or looking to refine your skills, our instructors will guide you through a configuration that fits your diving goals.

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