Best Western Premier Malta
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7.1 km away as the crow flies
Dive centre · Sliema · Malta
4.760 Google reviewsTechWise
Specialised technical training in Malta with a focus on rebreather, sidemount, and trimix certifications.
What sets this centre apart
- Daily technical dives available
- Full range of CCR courses for JJ, Fathom, and Liberty models
- Specialised sidemount and trimix training
- Instructor Trainers for PADI and IANTD on staff
- Gas blending services available on-site
- Complete technical kit hire including Apeks and Halcyon
- Access to both shore and boat diving
- Hotel collection service available for local guests
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TechWise about the centre
Situated in the Westin Dragonara Complex in Saint Julian's, TechWise has established itself as a primary hub for technical divers in Malta. The centre is designed specifically for those looking to move beyond recreational limits, offering a structured environment for advanced gas planning and complex dive profiles.
The location provides easy access to some of the Mediterranean's most significant wreck sites and deep-water environments. By focusing on the technical community, the centre ensures that the equipment, gas availability, and instructor expertise are all aligned with the requirements of high-level diving.
The club and its team
The instructional team is led by two full-time Instructor Trainers for PADI and an Instructor Trainer for IANTD. This high level of expertise is supported by a team of technical instructors covering PADI, IANTD, TDI, and GUE agencies.
Training is conducted with a focus on technical precision, covering everything from standard open-circuit courses to advanced closed-circuit rebreather (CCR) modules. The team is equipped to guide you through various configurations, including twinset, sidemount, and trimix disciplines.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI · IANTD · TDI · GUE
- Certification level
- Premier
- Website available in
- English
- Equipment rental
- complet
- Nitrox
- Yes
- Rebreather
- Yes
- Trimix
- Yes
- Access and transfers
- Local Hotel Collection (if required); Westin Dragonara Complex, St. Julians, Malta STJ 3143
- Phone
- +356 2138 4453
- Address
- Triq Dragunara, San Ġiljan STJ 3143, Malta
- Official website
- techwise.com.mt ↗
Courses on offer
TechWise offers an extensive curriculum for both open-circuit and closed-circuit divers. For those expanding their technical repertoire, they provide Twinset, Sidemount, and Sidemount Trimix courses, alongside specialized PADI Single Fifty Trimix (SFT) training.
Rebreather training is a core component of the centre, with specific modules for JJ CCR, Fathom CCR, and Liberty CCR, covering levels from Module 1 through to Module 3. The course catalogue also includes technical specialties such as IANTD Advanced Wreck Diver, Cavern, and Scooter diving, as well as the Gas Blender course and 'The Human Diver' programme.
Equipment and gases
The centre is fully equipped for technical diving, offering a complete range of kit for hire. For those looking to upgrade or replace specific items, they stock brands including Apeks, Halcyon, and Shearwater, as well as equipment from Divesoft, Avatar, and Shark.
On-site facilities include gas blending capabilities to support trimix and nitrox requirements. The centre provides all necessary cylinders and weights as part of their dive packages, ensuring a streamlined experience for both shore and boat-based diving.
Dive sites with TechWise
The SS Margit is a WW2 wreck located in Kalkara Creek at a depth of 22 metres. It sits on a silty bottom, providing a unique environment for those exploring shallow wreck sites.
For deeper explorations, the Um El Faroud, Hellespont, and Imperial Eagle offer significant wreck diving opportunities. These sites are geared towards more experienced divers looking to put their technical training into practice.
The Mosquito Fighter Bomber is a twin-engine aircraft wreck located at Delimara. It offers a distinct dive profile for those interested in aviation wrecks.
For those beginning their technical journey or looking for a relaxed start, the local reef sites provide shallow depths up to 20 metres. These dives are used to ensure buoyancy, weighting, and general safety compliance in Maltese waters.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
SS Margit WW2 WreckSchnellboot WW2 WreckMosquito Fighter Bomber WreckStubbornHellespont
Marine life around Sliema
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