Technical Studies Program

Shark Family
TEC Program

Premium training for the deep. We don't just teach diving; we engineer performance for the ocean's most challenging environments.

Enroll in TEC 40 Attain Expedition Ready
The Advancement Protocol

The Progression Path

Core curriculum focused on agility, teamwork and mission discipline. Each level introduces new depths, equipment complexities, and physiological considerations.

TEC 40

Level 01

Intro to Decompression

Teaches the foundation of deco diving. Focuses on technical gear setup and the transition from recreational limits.

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TEC 45

Level 02

Accelerated Decompression

The core of serious technical work. Use 100% Oxygen for accelerated decompression and handle multiple gas switches.

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  • check_circle Stage Bottle Handling
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TEC 50

Level 03

The Depth Specialist

Master the deep wreck environments. Fully redundant systems and advanced decompression strategy.

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  • check_circle Complex Deco Plans
  • check_circle Elite Team Protocols
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Mastery Path

Trimix & Instructor Path

Elite level training for extreme depths and professional credentials. Mastery of complex gases and instructional excellence.

TEC 65

Entry into Trimix diving. Reach depths up to 65 meters with helium-based mixtures.

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TRIMIX DIVER

The ultimate technical rating. No-limit technical diving exploration to 90m+.

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TEC 50 INST.

Begin your technical instructional career. Teach the foundational Tec courses.

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TRIMIX INST.

The pinnacle of technical instruction. Train the next generation of explorers.

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Academic Study

Academic Precision
Meets Submerged Reality

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PADI Tec eLearning

Complete your theory at your own pace. The digital manual covers everything from gas laws to emergency procedures. This must be completed before hitting the water.

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Practical Application

Theories hit the ocean. The 'In-Station' drills where you will build muscle memory for Life-Critical skills under extreme stress conditions. This is where you become an expert.

The Kit Expectation

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Backmount

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Sidemount

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Adv. Gas Handling

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Tec Staging

Don't have your gear yet?

Shark Family provides full TEC equipment rentals so you can learn on the best gear before you buy. Our gear represents the absolute cutting edge of life support.

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Ready for the adventure?

Select your skill level and base of operations to begin your transformation. Places are limited per mission.

Jeddah Base

TEC 40 Foundational

Starts May 15th, 2026

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Marsa Alam Base

TEC 45 Accelerated

Starts June 1st, 2026

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