ADPA (Association of Dive Program Administrators) Annual Symposium
November 1 @ 8:00 am - November 2 @ 5:00 pm EST
Providing a professional forum for the exchange of ideas, information, support, and solutions that enhance diver safety, and risk management within the community of zoos, aquariums, and related institutions.
Join us November 1-2 for our annual Training Day and Symposium!
Monday, November 2
Symposium — Audubon Aquarium | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- 1 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130 (River Terrace)
- Continental breakfast & buffet lunch (vegan and gluten-sensitive options available)
Networking Event — Toulouse Terrace | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- 541 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70130
- Complimentary refreshments & hors d’oeuvres
Training Day – Sunday, November 1
Click the links below to view details and register for Training Day options:
| Ernest N. Morial Convention Center | AM Session 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | PM Session 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM |
| ADPA Room 1 | DAN Diving First Aid (DFA) Instructor Training Course (All Day) | |
| ADPA Room 2 | Dive Statistics & DPiC: Using Data to Support Your Dive Program | An Introduction into Human Factors and Non-Technical Skills |
| ADPA Room 3 | DIY Hydrostatic Testing for Surface Supply Umbilicals | ADPA DSO Workshop |
| Audubon Aquarium | AM Session 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM | PM Session 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Surface Rescue Course (RescueX) | Surface Rescue Course (RescueX) |
Tuesday, November 3
| Audubon Aquarium | RescueX Rescue Ready Instructor Course (All Day) | |