SharkSchool Lectures
Discover the fascinating world of sharks and explore human-shark interactions. Gain insights into shark behavior and learn the best ways to encounter them. Experience these incredible creatures up close while learning about them during select shark diving trips aboard the Dolphin Dream.
Free lectures are included with trips scheduled for November and December 2025.
Diving and interacting with sharks
No other animal has evolved as successfully as sharks. They have maintained their position at the top of many food chains and are widely referenced in the media. Despite this, we know very little about sharks, often relying on unfounded prejudices. We are both fascinated by them and afraid of them; they are beloved by divers but are being driven to the brink of extinction.
Dr. Erich Ritter, a renowned shark behaviorist, has crafted an inspiring program for shark and human interaction: the SHARKSCHOOL® Lecture Presentation Interaction Course for Divers. With the guidance of Captain Scott Smith, who brings 45 years of experience diving with sharks in the Bahamas, you are invited to discover the beauty and complexity of these creatures.
**What You Will Learn:**
– The remarkable senses of sharks and their unique perception of the world.
– Insight into shark behavior and body language, enabling you to recognize them from afar.
– The intricate dynamics of human and shark interaction, especially with Tiger sharks.
– Essential human behavior rules for various situations involving these amazing animals.
– A comprehensive look at shark-human interactions from the shark’s viewpoint and an introduction to various shark species.
– Practical skills for cultivating a positive interaction with sharks.
The ADORE-SANE concept enriches your understanding of this interplay: Appearance, Direction, Origin, Reference, Environment, Situation, Activity, Nervousness, and Experience.
Embrace the opportunity to dive with sharks and discover the truth about these extraordinary beings.
