Try a Dive

If you're not sure whether SCUBA diving is for you, why not come along for a no-obligation try-dive. We will supply you with all the necessary SCUBA equipment and you can then spend an hour in the pool with one of our qualified instructors. It is a perfect opportunity to try out all the gear and gain a small insight into the wonderful world of SCUBA diving. Of course if, after the try-dive you feel that it's not for you, that’s fine, you won't be pressurised into joining the club at all.

Should you decide to join Kirklees Sub Aqua Club, you will embark on an astounding diver training program. One that is tailored to meet your needs and delivered at a pace that suits you. There are also no restrictions on how far you can progress your diver training, from the entry level qualification of Ocean Diver to Nationally Qualified Instructor, the club will help and instruct you to accomplish whatever diving qualification you desire. All Pool, Theory and try-dive lessons are conducted on Wednesday evenings from 8pm - 10pm.

So why spend another summer going through the same old boring routine?, when you could be training for your first SCUBA qualification !. Go on, there's a whole world of adventure out there just waiting for you to experience it!.

To give you a brief insight into the different Diver Qualifications, listed below are the various levels and what they help you achieve.

Ocean Diver (Entry Level)
This course provides you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to prepare for open water diving. Learning to dive is all about learning to use your equipment properly and safely. The Ocean Diver training course concentrates on preparing you for this in the safety of a swimming pool or sheltered water and then introducing you to open water in a controlled and safe manner. This also gives you the opportunity to practice safety skills in the company of a qualified instructor or experienced diver.

Sports Diver
In Sports Diver training, the emphasis is on building a sound foundation of open water diving skills and experience through a series of structured practical lessons. Once you have gained this open water experience with a qualified instructor, you are ready to take part in dives with other Sports Divers or those of higher grades.

Dive Leader
Dive Leader training concentrates on the responsibilities and safety aspects of leading other divers on an open water dive. Practical lessons in rescue management and rescue skills will give you the confidence and ability to deal with those unforeseen emergencies. Leading a dive will develop your enjoyment, confidence and experience as a diver.

Advanced Diver
The Advanced Diver course further develops your knowledge and skills. You will gain experience in planning and organising dives at different sites and under different circumstances. Additional experience will be gained in using small boats, chart work, navigation and many other related skills. The BSAC consider this grade as being a fully trained diver

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