DAN trainingen
SAFETY STARTS WITH KNOWLEDGE
As a diver or instructor, you want to be prepared for emergencies both above and below the surface.
The DAN (Divers Alert Network) courses I offer focus on recognizing, assessing and managing diving related incidents, so you can respond effectively when every second counts.
All courses are taught according to international DAN standards and are recognized worldwide.
Performance diver
The GUE Performance Diver course is an excellent introduction to the GUE system and a great way to refine fundamental diving skills.
It offers divers a focused opportunity to improve buoyancy, trim and control while learning efficient, safe and structured diving techniques.
What you’ll get:
- A 2-day instructor-led training.
- Classroom sessions, land drills and at least 4 open water dives.
- Development of foundational skills such as buoyancy, trim, balance and propulsion.
- Introduction to GUE’s standardized equipment configuration and team protocols.
- Practical feedback to help you become a more controlled and confident diver.
What you’ll learn:
- Stable horizontal trim and precise buoyancy control.
- Efficient propulsion techniques (frog kick, flutter kick, helicopter turns, back kick).
- Basic gas-sharing procedures.
- Team communication and situational awareness.
- Streamlined equipment setup and problem prevention.
Who it’s for:
Certified divers who want to refine their basic skills, correct bad habits and develop a more stable platform before advancing into other GUE courses.
Basic Fundamentals
The GUE Basic Fundamentals course provides divers with a solid, reliable foundation across all core skills.
It is widely regarded as the course where everything “locks into place,” creating control, confidence and precision underwater.
What you’ll get:
- A 3-day intensive program.
- Classroom theory, land drills and a minimum of 6 open water dives.
- Detailed video feedback and skill refinement.
- A strong platform for future recreational, cave or technical training.
What you’ll learn:
- All skills from Performance Diver with greater precision.
- Valve drill (managing failures in a twinset).
- SMB deployment.
- Gas planning and the use of Nitrox.
- Team protocols, awareness and stability under task loading.
Who it’s for:
Divers who want to elevate their control, comfort and efficiency underwater, or those who plan to continue into GUE technical or cave training.
Technical Fundamentals
GUE Technical Fundamentals prepares divers for the more demanding environments of technical or cave diving.
It expands on foundational skills and introduces procedures necessary for deeper, more complex dives.
What you’ll get:
- A 4-day course with extensive in-water and land-based training.
- Increased precision in core skills under higher task loading.
- Training in the use of doubles, longhose protocols and ascent strategies.
- A strong readiness platform for Tech 1, CCR Fundamentals or Cave 1.
What you’ll learn:
- Advanced buoyancy, trim and propulsion in technical configuration.
- Valve drills, failure handling and problem management.
- SMB deployment and ascent protocols.
- Gas management and basic decompression understanding.
- Team positioning, communication and emergency procedures.
Who it’s for:
Divers who want to progress into technical or cave diving and need a solid, reliable skill base to enter GUE’s higher-level training programs.
Open Water Diver
The GUE Open Water Diver course is a modern, high-quality entry-level program that produces confident, skilled and safe new divers.
It offers far more training time and skill development than traditional entry-level programs.
What you’ll get:
- A comprehensive program with extended theory, land drills and confined water sessions.
- Multiple open water dives with progressive skill development.
- Emphasis on stable buoyancy, trim and efficient propulsion from day one.
- A globally recognized certification built on excellence, precision and safety.
What you’ll learn:
- Buoyancy, trim and propulsion control.
- Equipment configuration and gas management.
- Team communication and situational awareness.
- Basic rescue skills and emergency procedures.
- Safe dive planning and problem solving.
Who it’s for:
New divers who want the best possible foundation in scuba diving and prefer quality, control and safety over fast-track training.
Advanced Open Water Diver - Recreational Diver Level 2
The GUE Recreational Diver Level 2 course expands a diver’s capabilities through deeper dives, enriched gas use and more complex procedures,
all while maintaining precision and a strong team approach.
What you’ll get:
- Classroom theory, land drills and multiple open water dives.
- Training with Nitrox 32 and Triox 30/30.
- Development of controlled ascents and basic decompression strategies.
- The confidence needed for dives up to 30 meters.
What you’ll learn:
- Advanced buoyancy, trim and propulsion.
- Gas planning and team-based dive strategies.
- Basic decompression procedures.
- SMB deployment and problem solving.
- Navigation and enhanced situational awareness.
Who it’s for:
Recreational divers wanting to expand their limits — deeper dives, longer run times and more demanding environments —
while refining the GUE foundational skill set.
Master Diver - Recreational Diver Level 3
The GUE Recreational Diver Level 3 course is the highest level in the GUE recreational curriculum.
It prepares divers for advanced recreational exploration using more sophisticated gas mixes and structured decompression.
What you’ll get:
- Extensive theory, land drills and multiple open-water dives.
- Training in the use of helium-based gases such as 30/30 and 21/35.
- Introduction to moderate decompression profiles with a deco cylinder.
- A strong platform for demanding recreational dives up to 40 meters.
What you’ll learn:
- Advanced gas planning and decompression strategies.
- Precision buoyancy and ascent control under increased task loading.
- Navigation and complex team procedures.
- Situational awareness in challenging environments.
- Handling more demanding conditions such as currents or low visibility.
Who it’s for:
Experienced recreational divers who want deeper, more complex and longer dives without transitioning into full technical diving.
DPV Level 1
The GUE DPV Level 1 course introduces divers to the safe and efficient use of underwater scooters while maintaining precision and team awareness.
What you’ll get:
- Theory, land practice and multiple open water scooter dives.
- Training in scooter operation, positioning and dive planning.
- Experience maintaining control while increasing speed and range.
What you’ll learn:
- DPV setup, checks and maintenance.
- Trim and body position with a scooter.
- Speed control, navigation and team formations.
- Gas management for DPV dives.
- Emergency procedures, including towing and failure handling.
Who it’s for:
Divers who want to increase their range and efficiency using a DPV, ideal for recreational exploration, wreck diving or as preparation for cave and technical DPV courses.
Cave 1
The GUE Cave 1 course introduces divers to the overhead environment and provides robust training for safe, controlled and responsible cave diving.
What you’ll get:
- Comprehensive classroom sessions, land drills and multiple cave dives.
- Training in navigation, line handling and emergency procedures.
- A structured pathway into the world of cave exploration.
What you’ll learn:
- Line work: tie-offs, placements, navigating a T and gaps.
- Gas rules and cave dive planning.
- Advanced propulsion for fragile cave environments.
- Lost line, lost diver, gas sharing and zero-visibility exit procedures.
- Team communication, positioning and environmental awareness.
Who it’s for:
Divers with strong foundational skills who want to safely explore overhead environments and build a solid base for future cave training.
Combination Programs
Many of these courses can be combined into a single training day.
Popular combinations include:
• BLS + AED + Oxygen Provider
• BLS + First Aid + Oxygen Provider
• Oxygen Provider + Neuro + Advanced Oxygen Provider
We also offer dedicated programs for GUE divers, with training officially registered through GUE:
• GUE BLSD & Oxygen Provider
• GUE Advanced Oxygen & Neuro
These programs align perfectly with the GUE training philosophy and provide valuable additional skills for divers who prioritize safety and medical preparedness.
Why choose a DAN course at Ferry’s Training Center?
✅Experienced instructor with a background in dive-medical training and fire-department diving
✅ Practical, scenario-based training
✅ Internationally recognized certification
✅ Small groups with personal guidance
✅ Custom programs available for teams, clubs or companies
Registration or More Information
If you would like to participate in one or more DAN courses, or if you need a customized program for your team or club, feel free to get in touch.
Contact us at info@ferrystc.nl or send a message to receive the upcoming training dates.
Open Water Diver
This course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to dive confidently alongside similarly qualified divers.
As a certified GUE Recreational Diver Level 1, you’ll be prepared to dive in familiar conditions with divers holding the same or higher certification level.
What you’ll get:
- Comprehensive training in foundational dive skills, safety protocols, and effective team diving.
- Experience with proper buoyancy, trim, propulsion techniques, gas planning, problem-solving and underwater awareness.
- Preparation for safe recreational diving in conditions similar to those in which you were trained, alongside divers with equivalent or higher GUE certification.
Who it’s for:
New divers seeking a high-quality, rigorous introduction to scuba diving, or divers from other training systems who want a solid and reliable foundation aligned with GUE’s principles of safety, standardization, and team procedures.
It is the ideal entry point for anyone who wants to begin their diving journey with strong core skills and a pathway toward further GUE recreational or technical training.
Advanced Open Water Diver
The GUE Advanced Open Water Diver course builds upon your foundational skills to expand your comfort zone and capabilities. You’ll refine buoyancy, navigation, and situational awareness while gaining experience in deeper dives and more challenging environments. This course is ideal for divers seeking to extend their recreational limits with increased precision and confidence.
Master Diver
GUE’s Master Diver program is designed for those who want to reach the highest level of non-professional recreational diving. This course integrates previous training with advanced dive planning, rescue skills, and leadership in complex environments. It’s the perfect step for divers who are committed to excellence and looking to support others in the dive community.
Performance Diver
The GUE Performance Diver course is an ideal entry point into the GUE system, perfect for certified divers who want to improve core skills with a focused, short course.
What you’ll get:
- A 2-day training program (minimum 16 hours of instructor-led time), including classroom sessions, land drills and at least 4 dives.
- Refinement of essential diving fundamentals: buoyancy control, trim and balance, streamlined propulsion techniques, proper equipment configuration, and foundational dive planning and team protocols.
- Strengthening of dive comfort, efficiency and situational awareness, making your dives safer and more enjoyable.
Who it’s for:
Divers with a basic scuba certification who want a quick but effective “refresher + upgrade”, especially if they feel their foundational skills (trim, buoyancy, propulsion) could use sharpening before pursuing more advanced diving.
Basic Fundamentals
The GUE Basic Fundamentals course is GUE’s most popular program, designed to give divers a solid, reliable foundation of skills, regardless of prior training background. It’s often described as the course where “everything falls into place.”
What you’ll get:
- A 3-day course, combining theory, land drills and at least 6 dives.
- Mastery of core skills: trim, buoyancy, balance, propulsion (frog kick, flutter kick, back kick, controlled manoeuvres), correct equipment configuration, valve management, gas sharing, SMB (surface marker buoy) deployment, dive team procedures, and dive planning including use of Nitrox.
- A solid and standardized diving platform; after this course many divers notice improved comfort, control and confidence underwater.
Who it’s for:
Divers of all experience levels who want to develop strong foundational skills for safe and efficient diving.
It’s ideal for new divers who want to start with a high level of control and technique, as well as for experienced divers who wish to refine their trim, buoyancy and propulsion or correct habits from earlier training.
The course is also the required gateway for divers intending to progress into higher-level GUE recreational or technical training.
Technical Fundementals
The GUE Technical Fundamentals course builds on the recreational fundamentals, preparing experienced divers for more advanced or technical diving paths such as technical, rebreather or cave diving.
What you’ll get:
- A 4-day course, including classroom/theory, land drills and at least 8 dives.
- Advanced dive skills and procedures: refined buoyancy, trim and propulsion; proper doubles tank configuration; valve drills; advanced gas management including Nitrox; backup light deployment; SMB deployment; ascent protocols; basic rescue introduction; dive team communication and situational awareness.
- Preparation for diving in more demanding environments: deeper dives (within recreational to technical limits), dives requiring precise gas management and safety protocols, and readiness for future GUE technical or cave courses.
Who it’s for:
Divers who already have solid recreational experience and want a robust foundation before committing to technical or overhead-environment diving. It’s also the recommended stepping stone for those aiming for technical, rebreather or cave training under the GUE system.
Cave 1
The GUE Cave Level 1 course introduces divers to the thrill and challenge of overhead environment diving, specifically in the captivating world of flooded underwater caves. This unique and hidden environment calls for specialized skills, and GUE Cave 1 provides in-depth training on navigating cave systems and understanding the associated risks. While divers gain the knowledge to explore beyond the daylight zone, a conservative gas management strategy ensures that new cave divers remain within a safe, limited range of the entrance.
DPV 1
The GUE DPV 1 course introduces the use of diver propulsion vehicles for efficient underwater travel. You’ll learn how to plan and execute dives using a DPV while maintaining team awareness, proper trim, and propulsion techniques. This course opens new possibilities for exploration.