What is Nitrox?
Nitrox is a breathing gas mixture which contains less nitrogen and more oxygen than the standard air mixture used by divers. It has the added benefit of permitting the diver to remain underwater much longer than divers breathing the standard air mixture (normal compressed air). It also has some restrictions such as depth limitations and exposure limits which must be managed by the diver. In order to use Nitrox, the diver must be properly trained in it’s use and provide proof of that training. Our PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) specialty course will provide the training and certification necessary to use Nitrox safely.
