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AWARE/AWARE SHARK & RAY CONSERVATIONNaiad Trinity
AWARE Shark & Ray Conservation
Discover the vital ecological role of sharks and rays, dispel common myths, and learn how divers can actively support their protection worldwide.
Maximum 4 : 1
Student : Instructor
Course format
1D
Dives
2 open water dives
Prerequisite
(Jr) Open Water Diver
Minimum age
12
Languages
English · 中文 · Cantonese
RM 650/ pax
What is this course for?
AWARE Shark & Ray Conservation highlights why healthy shark and ray populations are essential for balanced ocean ecosystems.
You’ll learn about their biology, the threats they face, and how responsible diver actions and advocacy help protect them.
What you'll learn
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- Understand shark and ray biology, behaviour, and their role as apex and mid-level marine predators.
- Examine major threats to shark and ray populations including overfishing and habitat loss.
- Dispel common media myths and foster positive public perception of sharks and rays.
- Practice responsible, non-disruptive observation guidelines while diving.
- Engage in conservation campaigns, policy support, and community education.
How it works
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01
UNDERSTAND
Learn how sharks and rays fit into marine ecosystems, why populations are under pressure and how conservation works.
02
OBSERVE
Apply responsible observation practices during the course dives, whether or not sharks or rays are actually encountered.
03
ACT
Connect what you learned to citizen science, advocacy and everyday choices that support conservation.
What you'll need
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- No specialised equipment beyond normal scuba equipment is required unless the specific survey method for the course calls for it.
What's included
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Included
- PADI/AWARE learning materials / eLearning
- PADI e-Certification
- 2 open-water training dives
- DYVUM Guild membership
Not Included
- Scuba equipment rental
- Travel insurance
- Dive insurance
- Food & drinks
- Transportation / ferry / boat transfer to island or pool
- Accommodation
- Gratuities
DYVUM is built for divers who want more than just another dive — more skill, more confidence, more stories, a deeper connection with the ocean, and a community to keep exploring with.