PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to
breathe underwater.
If you want to find out but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge
into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving will let you try
scuba to see if you like it. Most PADI dive
shops offer
a version of this program, either in a pool or other body of water. You
might try it close to home or while you’re on vacation.
While not an actual scuba certification, during the Discover Scuba
Diving experience you’ll learn how to use
scuba equipment
in shallow water and get a quick and easy
introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.
The Fun Part
There is nothing like breathing underwater for the very first time. It takes a little getting used to –after all, human beings weren’t designed to do that – but after a few minutes of awestruck wonder, most participants realize how easy scuba diving really is. The biggest challenge instructors have with the Discover Scuba Diving program is not coaxing participants into the water, but coaxing them out when the program is over. The fun part? It’s all fun!
- Plus, you can get credit! If your Discover Scuba Diving program includes an actual scuba dive in open water, your experience may count toward PADI Open Water Diver certification, putting you a step ahead of the game when you decide to go for it.
What You Learn
You learn the basics you need to dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional. One thing you’ll learn is that you really can breathe underwater and whether you like doing that or not. You will:
Learn what wearing scuba
equipment feels like and how easy it is to move around
underwater while wearing it- Find out what it’s like to breathe underwater and learn whether you can be comfortable there
- Learn some basic skills and safety rules that will carry over to your full scuba certification course when you take the next step
The Scuba Gear You Use
All the equipment you will need is typically included in a Discover
Scuba Diving experience. You’ll use all the basic
scuba gear including a mask , snorkel and fins,
a buoyancy
compensating jacket that also carries your scuba
tank, a scuba
regulator to breathe from and instrumentation to
monitor depth and air supply. You might also wear a scuba wetsuit or a weight system depending
on where you do your Discover Scuba Diving program.
The Learning Materials You Need
- Just your willingness and undivided attention
Prerequisites
- To take Discover Scuba Diving, you must be:
At least 10 years old
Upcoming Discover Diving Classes Full Instruction Schedule here
| Class: | Dates & Times: | Instructor | Cost: | Space Available |
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Discover SCUBA
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Pool: Jun 9 3-6PM | Frank |
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Discover SCUBA
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Pool: Jun 13 6-8PM | TBA |
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Details
| Minimum age | 10 years. Private classes on a case-by-case basis and are subject to a surcharge. |
| Equipment provided by student | None. |
| Equipment provided by Aquatic
Safaris |
All gear needed for class is provided, including mask, fins, and snorkel. |
| Course cost | $30 per student. |
| Required books & materials | None. |
| Additional expenses | None. |
Your Next Adventure
Once you complete a Discover Scuba Diving program, you’ll want to
check out:
Open
Water Diver certification courses.