Diving is a sport enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. The youngest you can start to learn is 12 years of age, there is no upper age limit. You can dive as long as you meet the medical requirements.

A reasonable level of fitness is required and you must be able to swim and also be confident in the water. Our training structure will ensure that you can move up to the higher level courses as you master the skills required for safe and confident diving. You can of course stay at any level you feel comfortable with.
Before you begin to dive, you will be required to complete a medical self assessment form to enable us to ensure that diving is O.K. for you.

Come along to our pool night and enjoy a free trial dive with one of our experienced divers, there is no commitment so why not give it a go!

Perhaps you have tried diving before, possibly while on holiday, and are asking yourselves "Diving in the U.K......I'm not so sure". Rest assured, diving in the U.K is extremely rewarding with many popular dive sites teaming with a huge variety of marine life, and thousands of shipwrecks scattered around the coasts.

The club trains in accordance with the guidelines set out by the SAA. The SAA sets out the guidelines and standards, which the club follows in training and certifying our members.

The training programme has been devised to ensure that the novice moves through the grades of competence in an enjoyable and progressive way, each new level of training building on what has previously been learnt. This means that a novice learns to dive using an extensive system of evening classes and pool sessions spread over WEEKS rather than days.

Once you start diver training and when ready, you will make the transition from pool to the open sea. Naturally, being introduced to open water diving in an area known to be safe will make this as easy and enjoyable as possible.

By training with your club you will not "learn to dive" in 20 minutes. Most courses are taught over weeks or months. However, in those weeks, you will learn to dive with people you know and trust. As a newcomer you are assured of a safe and fun introduction to diving in the company of like-minded people who are willing to give their time to ensure the best possible training in a friendly, sociable atmosphere.

When can I start training?

Come along and have a chat. We will try to tailor your training requirements to suit.
 

Will my qualifications be recognised abroad?

On completion of a successful training course you will have internationally recognised qualifications both with the SAA and CMAS. The SAA is the only CMAS qualification issuing authority in the UK. Qualification Levels

Already qualified?

Many people who join us from other organisations may have varying styles of tuition but as long as their training is in line with our standards their programme will be accepted by the club. Crossover Qualifications

So enjoy our regular diving programme, and appreciate the advantage of diving with other Club members - and enjoy the social side, too. Tips on Being a Better Diver
Top of Page