Extended Range Fundations Course

XR FOUNDATIONS: YOUR GATEWAY TO TECHNICAL DIVING

The XR Foundations course is Xaloc’s most popular program, designed to refine your skills and introduce you to the world of Technical Diving. Whether you're a recreational diver looking to improve your technique or an experienced diver aiming to sharpen your skills, this course will give you superior control and confidence underwater.

Who is this course for?

Perfect for any diver wanting to enhance their buoyancy, trim, and propulsion techniques. It is also an essential prerequisite for more advanced courses such as XR Nitrox Diving or Cave Diving. The minimum certification required is Advanced SSI (or equivalent).

What will you learn?

You will master technical diving equipment, precise trim and buoyancy control, advanced finning techniques, gas management, and SMB deployment. The hands-on approach will ensure your

Training Philosophy: Quality and Safety

At Xaloc Diving Center, we train autonomous, safe, and competent divers, capable of diving with a buddy of the same or higher level.

Each course has a minimum duration, but certification is not automatic. You will only be certified once your instructor determines that you have met the standards required by SSI and Xaloc, ensuring that you can safely dive in this challenging environment.

For this reason, the course is charged per training day (150 €/day). If you need additional time to meet the requirements, you can extend your training with extra practice days.

XR FOUNDATIONS COURSE PROGRAM

* Self-study at home + practical theory sessions in L’Estartit
– Access to interactive learning materials from any device, with flexible training to study at your own pace and constant support from your SSI technical diving instructor at Xaloc Diving Center.

* Equipment setup session
– Learn how to correctly configure your gear for confined environment diving.

* Physical fitness test
– We will ensure that you are physically prepared to successfully complete the course.

* Confined water practices
– Improve essential skills such as buoyancy, trim, and equipment handling.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR COURSE

Minimum duration: 4 days

Price: €150/day (per person)

Booking: €300 upon confirming your registration

Instructor: Ramon Siliceo Canyet, expert in technical and cave diving

Location: Montgrí Natural Park

What’s included in the price?:

- Twinset or single tank

- Weights

- Air or nitrox

- Boat dives

- SSI online study materials

What’s NOT included?: Essential diving equipment (provided by the student)

- Dry suit (preferred)

- Wing-style buoyancy compensator

- Fins

- 2 masks

- Reel and SMB

- Two first stages with two second stages (one with a long hose)

- Dive computer and underwater slate

- 2 cutting tools (preferably a knife and line cutter)

- Primary dive light

*If you need any equipment, you can purchase it at our shop.

Equipment rental: We recommend bringing your own technical diving gear. However, if logistical reasons prevent you from doing so, rental equipment is available for €50/day.

Important conditions and requirements:

- Mandatory medical certificate

- Mandatory dive insurance (available for purchase at our center)

- If course objectives are not met within 4 days, additional training days will be required (€150/day)

- Advance booking required via phone, web or email

Why choose Xaloc Diving Center?

- Experience and exclusivity: We are one of the few centers on the Costa Brava with qualified instructors for these courses.

- Prime location: Training takes place inside Montgrí Natural Park.

- High-quality training: We don’t just certify you—we prepare you to dive with confidence and safety.

Contact us and book your spot today!

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