While you will need to be reasonably fit for the Ocean Diver course, it is by no
means an endurance test. Provided that you are over the age of 12, a reasonable
swimmer and in good health, you're ready to take that first step to learn to dive.
Course Format
The course involves tuition in 3 main areas - Knowledge Development, Confined Water Training and Open Water Evaluation Dives. We aim to keep all of our courses to a maximum of four students, as we strongly believe that small groups are a key factor of the learning process.
Knowledge Development
The theory element of the course is completed with the help of an Ocean Diver crew pack. This is designed to allow you to study in the confort of your own home. After each pool session your Instructor will go through the manual with you, providing you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have during the classroom session.
Confined Water Training
At Lodge Scuba our focus is on providing quality training at affordable prices to fit in with busy lifestyles. The confined water training can either be completed over one weekend or by attending weekly pool sessions. The number of pool sessions required to complete the course varies for each student, allowing you to learn at your own pace without time constraints.
Open Water Evaluation Dives
This involves five open water dives over a period of two days in which you will be required to demonstrate your newly learnt diving skills! Having made these dives successfully, you will have earned the world’s most recognised diving qualification.
You can complete these dives with us either in the UK or on one our numerous trips abroad.
We run regular weekend diving trips to inland dive sites for qualifying dives but are also able to offer mid week dates by prior arrangement.
What do I need to start?
• You need to be of good health with a reasonable level of fitness.
• You need to be at least 12 years of age.
When can I start?
Option one - £255 |
Option two - £235 |
This option allows you to complete the knowledge development and confined water training over one weekend at Thornton Heath Leisure Centre (click here for a map) or Brixton Leisure Centre (click here for a map).
Saturday: 9:30am - 3pm
Sunday: 9am - 2pm
Upcoming weekend dates:
Referral courses are held every weekend.
However if you require further training after the weekend you are welcome to attend any of our weekly sessions at no further cost.
You can then complete your five open water evaluation dives on the following weekends:
Sat 09 Jan 2010 - Sun 10 Jan 2010
Sat 16 Jan 2010 - Sun 17 Jan 2010
Sat 23 Jan 2010 - Sun 24 Jan 2010
Sat 30 Jan 2010 - Sun 31 Jan 2010
Sat 06 Feb 2010 - Sun 07 Feb 2010
Sat 20 Feb 2010 - Sun 21 Feb 2010
Sat 27 Feb 2010 - Sun 28 Feb 2010
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Weekend and mid week dates which can be arranged.
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This option is ideal for those who require a more flexible timetable, allowing you complete the knowledge development and confined water training by attending any of our weekly sessions on Thursday / Friday evenings and Sunday mornings.
This generally takes 5-8 sessions, but rest assured you will not need to progress to the Evaluation Dives until we are confident you are fully prepared.
You can then complete your four open water evaluation dives on the following weekends:
Sat 09 Jan 2010 - Sun 10 Jan 2010
Sat 16 Jan 2010 - Sun 17 Jan 2010
Sat 23 Jan 2010 - Sun 24 Jan 2010
Sat 30 Jan 2010 - Sun 31 Jan 2010
Sat 06 Feb 2010 - Sun 07 Feb 2010
Sat 20 Feb 2010 - Sun 21 Feb 2010
Sat 27 Feb 2010 - Sun 28 Feb 2010
OR
Weekend and mid week dates which can be arranged.
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What's included?
• All tuition
• Certification
• Full equipment including: mask, fins and snorkel
• Wet suit for confined water training
• Dry suit hire for the open water in cold weather
Additional costs?
• Crewpack - £35
• Entry fee & transport to dive sites. (however we will assist where possible)
How do I book?
If you'd like to book an open water course or find out more information send Simon an email at simon@lodgescuba.com ORcall 07736 064 625.
What's Next?
BSAC Sports Diver
