Take the step into the Cavern and Cave world and join us on a course.
Cavern diving means that you will always see the light from outside. Learn to be an independent cavern diver with our course or push further with a cave course.
Get familiarize with the techniques, equipment and mindset required for Sidemount diving.
Proficiently assemble and use Sidemount equipment in the cenotes.
Learn the proper techniques to safely conduct dives with the use of Sidemount equipment.
The IANTD Cavern program is designed to train the diver in the equipment, skills and procedures required to safely and competently dive in the overhead environment of a cavern.
The IANTD Cavern program can be taught to Advanced diver and above.
The focus points are the equipment configuration, line drills and use of line reels as well as developing self sufficiency and safety through skills development.
The IANTD Introductory Cave Diver program is designed to develop the divers' skills to allow diving beyond the cavern zone of cave overhead environment.
It introduces the diver to self sufficiency skills utilising isolation manifold twin sets and dual outlet cylinders, line following, line laying and emergency procedures. The program can be run as a continuous course in conjunction with the IANTD Cavern Diver program.
IANTD Introductory Cave Divers are qualified to dive on the main line of caves within the safe limits of their gas supply. Divers trained in the use of doubles are qualified to use them within the cave environment providing the rule of 1/6ths is strictly adhered to. CCR divers are trained to the range of a 4 litre bailout.
The IDF Cave Diver training course is the first step towards cave diving. During the IDF Cave Diver course, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform non-decompression cave dives up to 200 metres from the entrance, in caves with fixed guidelines and no restrictions.
The IANTD Full Cave Diver program is designed to take the diver through all training necessary to plan and conduct dives in the Cave diving environment.
The emphasis is placed on developing the diver's equipment configuration, buoyancy control and propulsion techniques to enable safe and efficient cave dives to be made. Line following, line laying and use of reels are covered extensively as are safety skills such as gas shares and light failure drills. A major part of the course is the development of team diving procedures and communication.
The IDF Full Cave Diver training is the second step on the cave diving course path. During the IDF Full Cave Diver course, you will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform non-accelerated decompression dives in caves without fixed guidelines, with no restrictions on penetration distance.
The International Diving Federation (IDF) offers a comprehensive set of cave and technical diving courses designed for divers who want to go beyond recreational scuba limits with advanced skills, responsible training, and a strong emphasis on safety. These programs prepare divers for deep, decompression, mixed-gas and overhead-environment diving — expanding both competence and confidence underwater. (International Diving Federation)
Purpose and Philosophy:
IDF’s technical programs focus on training divers to be responsible, independent and safe while exploring environments such as deep wrecks, caves, mines, and ice. Every course blends theoretical knowledge with practical dives so that advanced skills are mastered with safety first. (International Diving Federation)
Core Technical & Cave Programs Include: (International Diving Federation)
Each level builds on previous certifications and practical experience, allowing divers to expand their capabilities in a structured and safe progression. (International Diving Federation)
Why Choose IDF Technical Training?
✅ Strong emphasis on safety and real-world dive planning
✅ Internationally recognized dive certifications
✅ Balanced mix of theory and practical application
✅ Progression from advanced nitrox to complex cave expeditions
✅ Training grounded in conscious decision-making and responsible diving
These programs are ideal for divers who want to push their limits ( from deeper recreational dives to full technical and overhead environments ) and who value structured, safety-focused progression. (International Diving Federation) at Devocean Divers Mexico this are the courses avialable .
Walter is no beginner diver. His tec diving experience was build up throughout the last 13 years, learning with amazing mentors and trainers, from Spain, Indonesia, The Philippines and Mexico. He learnt from Victor Fuentes in 2011 and from World Record holder Will Goodman in 2017.
He followed the passion of Tec instructor Trainers like Ben Walzinger, or Antoine Martin in Bali. He was mentored and became good friend with explorers like Sam Mason and others.
He shaped his career into the cenote systems with divers who helped him become a better cave diver like Tristan Termat, Julian Garnier and Arthur Nguyen-Kim.
Walter's dedication, patience, and global knowledge of the world of diving, will allow you to have the best training that you could wish for.
