PADI Scuba & Snorkeling Training & Experience Programs
Aqua Hut is a PADI 5 Star Training Facility and National Geographic Dive Center. We are happy to introduce you to and expand your knowledge of the underwater world through the PADI system of diver education. Dino Capone, Charlene Ebersole, Carl Ewald, Mike Fitzgerald, Ed Herbst, Kevin Klocek, Rich McGarvey, & Christine Vilardo are certified, experienced PADI Scuba Instructors. We hope to make your experiences in the underwater world memorable and exciting. Please call or email us for more information.
Do you want to learn to scuba dive? Enroll in a PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Open Water Diver Course with us, it is the most widely recognized and respected diving certification in the world. Within a few days, you can be enjoying the underwater world.
Not sure if a full-blown course is for you? Participate in a Discover Scuba Diving program during any of our regular classes and experience what you're missing. Kids are welcome too.
Are you already a certified diver? Continuing the adventure is one of the best moves you can make. Take the next steps with the PADI Adventures in Diving, PADI Specialty Diver and PADI Rescue Diver Programs.
There are a variety of fun and exciting options available for every member of the family. So what are you waiting for…Come diving today!
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PADI Scuba & Snorkeling Experiences
Experience Programs give you a chance to try scuba before you sign up for a complete certification class. Learn what it is like to breath underwater & experience the weightlessness! Just bring your bathing suit, towel & sense of adventure (and a completed Medical Release Form), and our professional staff will guide you through the basics. For kids & adults. Minimum age: 8
Bring your friends & family & make it a party ... (more information is available below).
Discover Scuba
This one night experience is the perfect way to see what diving is all about! And, because you may learn skills used in the PADI Open Water Diver course, these skills may be credited toward the PADI Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver certifications. Minimum age 10 years old. Just $75, including equipment
Snorkeling Class
This one session experience for kids & adults covers simple techniques & basic equipment to safely explore & enjoy the underwater world! May be scheduled during any of our regular pool sessions. Minimum age: 5 Just $40, including equipment
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PADI Scuba Experiences & Certifications for Kids
Our PADI certified programs for children are conducted by one of our certified instructors and one or more of our certified assistants. They are a great way to introduce your child to the underwater world. These programs are fun, safe, and exciting! Kids will need a bathing suit, a completed Medical Release Form, and a release signed by a parent, and our professional instructors and divemasters will guide them through the basics and help them get wet in no time at all. Kids' experiences include:
• SASY (Supplied Air Snorkeling for Youth)
• Bubblemakers
• Seal Team
• Bubblemakers/SASY Parties
• Junior Scuba Diver
• Junior Open Water Diver
Bubblemakers’ & SASY programs are conducted by certified, insured, professional PADI Instructors & Divemasters. Aqua Hut Dive & Travel offers the entire PADI curriculum of scuba & snorkeling classes for adults & children 10 years or older. Please call us for more information regarding these courses. We are committed to making your child’s introduction to the underwater world a safe, fun & memorable experience!
SASY (Supplied Air Snorkeling for Youth):
Children aged 5 & up snorkel with a tank, regulator and flotation vest, just like Mom & Dad. May be scheduled during any of our regular pool sessions. $50 per child for 1-2 hour session, including equipment.
A SASY unit is simply a personal flotation device (PFD) with a scuba tank and regulator attached. This allows kids to float on the surface, but with the scuba equipment attached, they’re free to keep their head underwater so they don't miss any of the action beneath the surface. It's fun, it's safe, it's easy!
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Bubblemakers:
Children aged 8-11 may dive in a swimming pool to a maximum depth of 6’. This is a great way to introduce younger children to the fun & adventure of scuba diving. In some cases, Bubblemaker experiences may be applied toward completion of the PADI JR Open Water Diver Certification. Children may participate on an individual basis during any of our regularly scheduled pool sessions, pending staff availability. Cost is $50 per child including equipment.
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Bubblemaker/SASY Parties:
This is a great idea for your child’s next birthday party! It consists of a 2-3 hour session in your pool or ours. We provide all equipment, supervision, underwater games and a certificate of participation to each child. Cost is $50 per child including equipment. We will also provide, for an additional fee, a birthday cake or an edited videotape of the underwater activities.
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Seal Team:
For children 8-11, conducted in swimming pool only, this program gets kids diving & introduces them to the skills they will need in order to become certified junior divers. It is also a great way to keep junior divers diving & learning when conditions or logistics don’t permit Open Water diving. This program consists of an initial 5 sessions qualifying participants as Seal Team members followed by up to 15 additional “Aqua Missions” to qualify as Master Seals. The Aqua Missions include U/W Photography, Navigation, “Night” Diving, “Wreck” Diving, Weightlessness, etc. Please contact us for more info on this program.
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Junior Scuba Diver:
This is the first level of scuba certification for kids aged 10 & up. It consists of 3 class/pool modules & 2 Open Water Training Dives. Kids-only classes meet on Wednesday evenings & start the first Wednesday of each month. (Children are welcome, however, in any of our classes). Jr Scuba Divers under aged 12 may dive to a maximum of 40’ with a guardian & a PADI professional. Class/pool sessions $150, Training Dives $159, Class materials $75-$100
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Junior Open Water Diver:
This course consists of 5 class/pool modules & 4 Open Water Training Dives. (see Jr. Scuba Diver for more details). Costs: Class/pool sessions $225, Training Dives $239, Class materials approx. $75-100
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Entry Level Certification
PADI Open Water Diver Course
Congratulations! You have made the decision to become involved in a fun, exciting and relaxing activity. Thank you for choosing Aqua Hut for your scuba training. We are happy to introduce you to the underwater world through the PADI Open Water Diver Course. This course will familiarize you with the proper skills, equipment use, and safety procedures needed to adapt to and enjoy the underwater world.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
Aqua Hut offers the Open Water Diver Course in a variety of formats to suit different schedules and learning styles. You can complete the class/pool portion of the course in as little as 1 weekend. The PADI curriculum is performance based, to allow you to move through the skills at your own pace. Home study is a valuable tool that enables you to complete the course efficiently and thoroughly.
HOW CAN I GET STARTED?
Please call or come to the store to register for current course dates.
Current Dates are:
June: 13,14,15
July: 11, 12,13
Dates for August and September coming soon.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
Group Class/ Pool Sessions: $225.00
PADI materials: $75-$100
Private/Semi-private Class/ Pool Sessions:
One student $425 / 2-3 students $375 / 4 or more $325
Open Water Dives: $239.00 Includes 4 dives, instruction, equipment and certification processing.
Dutch Springs Dates 2008:
June 7/ 8 & 28/29, July 19/20, Aug. 9/10 & 23/24, Sep. 6/ 7 & 20/21, Oct. 11/12
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS INVOLVED? AM I SURE TO PASS THE COURSE?
The course consists of 5 modules including both knowledge & water skills development. The knowledge modules may be done in our classroom, or online with PADI elearning if you'd like the flexibility of completing the book work from home. After completing class/pool sessions, you will then complete 4 Open Water Training Dives, done over 2 days. You may complete these dives with us at Dutch Springs Quarry in Bethelehem, PA, on any of our scheduled group trips, or by referral on your own vacation.
WILL THERE BE HOMEWORK?
Yes, but only a little. Before our class sessions we ask that you view the CD-Rom, DVD, or video & read the appropriate chapter(s) in your manual. Complete the knowledge review at the end of each chapter & bring it to class. In class you will also complete 4 quizzes and a final exam.
DO I HAVE TO BE A STRONG SWIMMER? WHAT ABOUT MEDICAL ISSUES? ARE THERE AGE RESTRICTIONS?
You should be at ease in the water and in general good health. There will be an evaluation of swimming skills at the first pool session. You must also complete a medical statement and, if necessary, obtain a physician’s approval before participation in the course. You can download this form on our web site. Children as young as 10 may participate after consultation with our Instructional staff.
WHAT MATERIALS DO I NEED?
Each student needs a Workbook, log book & dive table as well as a video or DVD which may be shared.
HOW ABOUT EQUIPMENT?
It is important to have the proper equipment so you can be comfortable & enjoy diving. WE ask that each student have mask, snorkel, fins/booties (Total cost $150-$300) Students receive 10% discount at Aqua Hut. Don’t worry about making the wrong decision on these purchases; we will gladly exchange your original items. For the first session in addition to mask, fins & snorkel, please bring a towel, swimsuit, your workbook, logbook and a pen.
Scuba Review
Haven't been diving in a while? Going on vacation? If your scuba skills are rusty, consider taking a PADI Scuba Review. Our staff will take you diving in the pool & review all of the basic scuba skills, safety procedures and equipment assembly & dis-assembly. Just $75 including equipment. May be scheduled during any of our regular pool sessions.
Become a 
Diver!
National Geographic Diver Course (See Open Water Diver Course for schedule)
Discover the difference between being an underwater tourist and an underwater explorer! If you are new to diving, we can train you as a National Geographic Diver. Certified divers can achieve the National Geographic Specialty Diver rating. National Geographic Divers are true stewards & ambassadors for the underwater world!
Cost: Class/Pool: $275 & Materials, National Geographic Diver Crew-Pak Open Water Training Dives: $289
Prerequisites: Minimum of 10 years of age and in general good health (medical form required).
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PADI Continuing Education
New experiences, new skills, lots of diving---thrilling adventures!
Whether you have just received your entry level certification or have logged hundreds of dives, our Continuing Education Program gives the confidence, skills, and experience to take your diving to new levels of excitement.
"Good Divers are always learning." - Dive Training Magazine
Once you have completed your Open Water Diver Course, the PADI Adventure Diver & Advanced Open Water Diver Courses are the next steps toward becoming a safer, more confident diver. The PADI Rescue Diver Course will expand your knowledge and experience beyond purely recreational level- a MUST if diving with your children! Then get ready for the Master Scuba Diver Challenge! The PADI Master Scuba Diver certification denotes that you've reached the highest recreational diver level in the PADI System of diver education.
We do most of these classes locally at Dutch Springs Quarry. We will start diving there in May, and will be there throughout the summer on the following weekends.
Dutch Springs Dates 2008:
May 17/ 18, June 7/ 8 & 28/29, July 19/20, Aug. 9/10 & 23/24, Sep. 6/ 7 & 20/21, Oct. 11/12
You may also complete the open water dives for any course on one of our many dive trips.
Adventure Diver
PADI Adventure Dives are the next step in your dive education after your Open Water Diver certification. Begin by going over course materials in the comfort of your own home. Then meet with your instructor for a brief review and complete, in as little one day of diving, any three dives from the following list, for an Adventure Diver certification.
Pre-requisite: PADI Open Water Diver or qualifying certification from another training organization and a minimum of 10 years of age.
Cost: $219, includes 3 dives, text book, certification documents.
Plus Equipment rental fee ($50).
| Aware Fish Identification |
Boat Diver |
Deep Diver |
| Diver Propulsion Vehicle |
Drift Diver |
Dry Suit Diver |
| Multi-Level/Computer Diver |
Night Diver |
Peak Performance Buoyancy |
| Search and Recovery Diver |
Underwater Naturalist |
Underwater Navigation |
| Underwater Photography |
Underwater Videography |
Wreck Diver |
Advanced Open Water Diver
Expand your skills & horizons and experience new diving environments & activities with the Advanced Open Water Course. It consists of 5 dives, including Deep, Navigation & 3 electives of your choice. Choose from Photography, Wreck Diving. Night Diving, Peak Performance Buoyancy & more! This course may be completed in 2 days.
Pre-requisite: PADI Open Water Diver or qualifying certification from another training organization and a minimum of 10 years of age.
Cost: $239 course, includes 5 dives, text book, certification documents.
Plus Equipment rental fee ($50).
Emergency First Response
Would you know what to do if there were an emergency? The Emergency First Response (EFR) Course teaches you how to provide emergency care for someone in need. We provide First Aid, CPR, and Automatic External Defibrillator Training in a non-stressful environment designed to help you remember and apply emergency care procedures. This 4 hour course includes knowledge development, skill development, and scenario practice for divers as well as non-divers. At the completion of the course you will feel confident in your abilities to assist someone in need of emergency care. First Aid & CPR training is required for other PADI certifications including Rescue Diver, Divemaster & Master Scuba Diver.
Prerequisites: Open to divers as well as non-divers. The minimum age is based on parent and instructor discretion.
Cost: $125 including EFR manual, dvd & PIC card. Additional required equipment: Pocket Mask with Oxygen Port
June 20 6:30pm.
Rescue Diver
This course makes the subject of accident prevention and management interesting, challenging and extremely rewarding. The Rescue Diver course is perfect for any diver who plans to dive with family members or friends or those that want to sharpen their dive skills and help other divers.
The Rescue Diver certification is also a prerequisite to achieve the Master Scuba Diver rating as well as for all leadership and professional level training such as Divemaster, Assistant Instructor and Instructor.
The course consists of 1 class session, 1 pool session and 1 day of Open Water Training.
Prerequisites: 12 Years of Age, Advanced Open Water or qualifying certification from another training organization, 20 Logged Dives, successful completion of Emergency First Response course or other approved CPR course. Highly recommended: Oxygen Provider
Cost: $299 including Text Book w/Slate, airfills, PIC card. Full scuba equipment ($50 rental fee) as well as a Pocket Mask with Oxygen Port are required.
June 21 and 22. Call or email for more information.
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Specialty Course Program
Whether you already know what diving activities interested or you’re curious about what your options are, the PADI Specialty Course program is for you. Remember, the dives you did for Adventure/Advanced Open Water can count as the first dive in the related specialty, so you already have a head start. Or, your Specialty dives can be credited towards Adventure Diver or Advanced Open Water Diver certification. Just look over the wide variety of courses in the program and choose a few that get you excited about going in the water.
PADI Specialty Courses
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Just $30* per class session, pool session, or dive
(unless otherwise noted)
Plus PIC card, PADI materials, Equipment
Course |
Class |
Pool |
Dives |
Min age |
Pre-Req |
Materials |
Required Equipment |
Other |
Boat Diver |
opt |
|
2 |
10 |
OW |
|
|
|
Deep Diver |
1 |
|
4 |
15 |
AOW |
$39.95 |
|
|
Digital U/W Photography* |
1-3 |
opt |
1-2 |
10 |
OW |
$39.95 |
*See below for pricing |
Camera rental |
Diver Propulsion Vehicle |
|
|
2 |
12 |
OW |
|
|
|
Drift Diver |
|
|
2 |
12 |
OW |
|
|
|
Dry Suit Diver |
1 |
1 |
2 |
12 |
OW |
$39.95 |
|
Dry Suit rent $50 |
Enriched Air (Nitrox) |
1- $50 |
|
2 (opt) |
15 |
OW |
$75 |
Nitrox tanks $16 per tank |
|
Equipment Specialist |
1- $75 |
|
N |
12 |
OW |
$34.95 |
Encyclopedia Of Recreational Diving |
|
Fish ID |
1- $50 |
|
2 |
10 |
OW |
|
Reef Fish ID recommended |
|
Multi-Level Diver |
opt |
|
|
12 |
OW |
|
|
PADI Wheel |
National Geographic Diver |
1 |
opt |
2 |
10 |
OW |
$39.95 |
|
|
Night Diver |
|
|
3 |
12 |
AOW |
$39.95 |
Light, back-up, marker |
|
Peak Performance Buoyancy |
|
opt |
2 |
10 |
OW |
$29.95 |
|
|
Search & Recovery Diver |
|
|
4 |
12 |
AOW |
$49.95 |
|
|
U/W Naturalist |
1 |
|
2 |
10 |
OW |
|
Reef Fish Behavior recommended |
|
U/W Navigation |
1 |
|
3 |
10 |
OW |
$45.95 |
|
|
Wreck Diver |
1 |
|
4 |
15 |
AOW |
$39.95 |
Wreck reel, lights |
|
NOTES: In addition to equipment requirements stated above, each diver needs full scuba equipment (unless otherwise noted).
Student Equipment Rental rate is $50 for weekend. Free course must of equal or lesser value. Free course pays for PIC & materials. Digital U/W Photography Course Level 1: $100, Level 2: $100, Levels 1 & 2 together: $150 includes PIC card.
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Aware Fish Identification Diver Have you ever come up from a dive and said, I just saw the coolest fish, it was blue with little blue dots and a yellow tail; I wonder what it was?? The Project Aware Fish ID course will introduce you to the most common species of fish found in temperate and tropical waters. You will learn basic fish identification along with surveying techniques & the importance of personal involvement in aquatic environment conservation. Information on Project AWARE and aquatic protection worldwide
Boat Diver Through the PADI Boat Diver Specialty course, you can learn the techniques and procedures for safe, comfortable and enjoyable diving from different types of boats. You will have a chance to perfect your giant stride entry, gain knowledge in boat diving etiquette, and learn how to assemble your equipment in a confined space. You'll also learn about common boat terminology, specific and local boat diving laws and ordinances, and emergency and safety equipment needed on- private dive boats
Deep Diver Take your dives further with a Deep Diver Specialty! Some of the most breathtaking dive sites such as walls and some wrecks are found at depths greater than 100 feet. Let us teach you the additional planning and consideration necessary to safely and efficiently dive to 130 feet.
Digital Underwater Photography Shoot excellent digital underwater photographs . . . even on your first photo dive! Learn the basics of digital underwater photography such as equipment preparation, environmentally friendly photo techniques, and of course, how to take great photos . . . even if you've never taken pictures underwater before. This course is not just for certified divers, it is also open to snorkelers, Discover Scuba Diving Participants, and Open Water Diver Students. This brand new PADI Specialty Course is divided into 2 levels. The requirements for Level 1 include 2 class sessions & 1 dive either in pool or open water. The requirements for Level 2 include an additional dive in open water and a workshop which includes downloading, backing up & viewing images using a method other than the camera LCD monitor. It basically means using a software program like Photoshop. You must complete Level 1 before going on to Level 2. Level 1 involves basic dive & shooting techniques. Level 2 involves more advanced shooting techniques as well as basic composition & editing techniques. Costs for Level 1 & Level 2 if taken separately are $100 per level. If taken together the cost is $150. Required academic materials are $25 for manual & $19.95 for dvd. Camera rental (if needed) is not included.
Class Session - April 2nd, Pool and Open Water - TBA.
Drift Diver Imagine going on a hot air balloon ride. Picture the ever-changing landscape as you glide over hills and valleys. Now imagine the same experience underwater, as you gracefully drift over coral heads, through a school of yellow-tailed snappers and under an eagle ray. Drifting in an envelope of water while the scenery passes by can be a truly spiritual experience. Plan to take advantage of the moving water; spend a minimum of energy and conserve air. Get the most out of your drift diving experience; learn the best ways to stay with your buddy or group, how to judge the currents, and special navigation and buoyancy techniques. You'll learn about drift dive planning, organization, techniques and potential hazards, as well as special equipment and procedures like buoyancy. But it's not all theory because you'll go on two open water dives where you can put your new knowledge into action.
Dry Suit Diver Local diving has a lot to offer as long as you are properly dressed. Dry Suit diving adds to both your time underwater and the length of your diving season. Imagine being able to dive comfortably 10 months out of the year in our quarries, rivers and ocean. In this course you will gain experience in proper buoyancy procedures as well routine maintenance and performance checks for your dry suit.
Equipment Specialist Curious about what's inside a regulator? Need to fix the hole in your wetsuit? Scuba diving is an equipment intensive recreation, so it is important to familiarize yourself with the operation and maintenance of your equipment. In this course, you will learn the theory, principles and operation of diving equipment as well as routine, recommended care and maintenance procedures and equipment storage.
First Aid for Hazardous Marine Life Injuries Serious hazardous marine life injuries are rare, but most divers experience minor discomfort from unintentional encounters with fire coral, jellyfish and other marine creatures. This course provides knowledge regarding specific types of marine creature injuries, how to avoid them and the general first aid treatment for those injuries.
Master Scuba Diver
Want to join the best of the best in recreational diving? Explore the underwater world like never before? Live the dive livestyle?
Master Scuba Diver is PADI's highest recreational diving certification. This is where the best of the best come to play because the dive possibilities are endless. To become a Master Scuba Diver you must log 50 dives and complete the following PADI Courses:
- Open Water Diver
- Advanced Open Water Diver
- Rescue Diver
- Five PADI Specialties
No one said prestige was easy to come by, but it is certainly well worth it. As a Master Scuba Diver your experience will open a new level of confidence whether you're diving local wrecks, lake, reefs or exploring exciting dive environments around the world.
You can tailor the Master Scuba Diver Program to suit your particular diving interests. Interested in research or exploration? Try National Geographic Diver, Peak Performance Buoyancy, U/W Navigation, Search & Recovery, & Nitrox Diver. Want to learn more about Aquatic Life? How about AWARE Fish ID, U/W Naturalist, Night Diver, Peak Performance Buoyancy, U/W Photography? Interested in Wrecks? Then Wreck Diver, Deep Diver, Peak Performance Buoyancy, U/W Navigator & Dry Suit Diver can fill the bill. See? The possibilities are endless! Whatever your diving interests, the Master Scuba Diver Program is for you! Call, email us or stop in the store to pick up a free dvd on the Master Scuba Diver Challenge.
National Geographic Specialty Diver Be an underwater explorer & ambassador for the undersea world! Through skills practice & an underwater project, this course will provide you with additional buoyancy, navigational & observational skills.
Night Diver Don't miss the night dive on your next trip to the islands! Join us in this very entertaining course and learn to dive safely and efficiently at night. If you enjoy the marine life in the daytime, you won't believe your eyes on our fascinating night dive. You'll learn night dive planning, organization, procedures, techniques and potential problems. You'll also learn how to control your buoyancy, navigate and communicate at night. Since many of the plants and animals you'll see are different, you'll also get an introduction to nocturnal aquatic life.
Nitrox (EAN) Diver It's about time! Wouldn't it be great to extend your bottom time to see more of the reef or wreck, or to take more pictures? EAN Nitrox or Enriched Air is air with a kick of extra Oxygen, which, with special procedures, can significantly and safely increase your bottom time. Plus, by diving with Enriched Air you may feel less tired on your vacation. How much longer can I be underwater? If you dive to15 metres/50 feet on air, your no decompression limit is 80 minutes. But, diving on EANx36 gets you 220 minutes of no decompression time - an increase of 140 minutes! It’s perfect for underwater photographers, wreck divers and anyone who wants to stay down longer.
Oxygen Provider While diving emergencies are extremely rare, the proper procedure for handling them always includes supplying the patient with oxygen. This 4 hour course will familiarize you with the different types of oxygen delivery systems and give you the skills necessary to assist an injured diver. Knowing what to do in an emergency can make a difference.
Course Fee: $115 includes Class, (DAN) Oxygen Provider Text, DAN Certification, and PADI Certification.
Additional required equipment: Pocket Mask with Oxygen Port
Prerequisites: Open to divers as well as non-divers.
Peak Performance Buoyancy Diver Imagine floating weightlessly like an astronaut while effortlessly moving through the water. As a Peak Performance Buoyancy Diver you will learn how to fine-tune your weighting, how to maintain neutral buoyancy, and how to adjust your weights for different diving situations. You will also learn how proper buoyancy can help preserve delicate underwater ecosystems. You'll also use PADI's Basic Weighting Guidelines to determine the correct amount of weight to wear with your equipment/ wet suit configurations.
Search and Recovery Diver Has something you value disappeared underwater? Or does the lure of pirate's loot and sunken treasures intrigue you? If so, our search and recovery course will give you the skills to find and bring to the surface objects of all shapes and sizes. You will practice specialized navigation skills, search patterns, and safe recovery procedures. So grab your compass and lift bag and join us for an underwater expedition. You never know what you might find!
Underwater Naturalist As an underwater naturalist you will explore the intricate amazing animals and ecosystems of the underwater world. You will also learn eco-friendly diving practices that will help minimize your impact on aquatic environments. When you understand more about the undersea world, you begin to notice more interesting and wonderful things that intrigue and astound you.
Underwater Navigator Was the boat that way? Where was the wreck? Learn how to flawlessly relocate your favorite dive site and, more importantly, how to find your way back to the anchor line to avoid long surface swims. Navigation is one of the most practical specialized diving skills and can be used in all diving situations.
Underwater Photographer Capture that special moment when the lobster comes out to meet you or a fish decides to befriend you. Share that experience with friends. Remember the excitement and fun of a special dive. These are all reasons for you take a camera along on your dives. With some simple instructions and a little practice you can be ready to capture those rare moments. You will learn composition, techniques, & camera care and maintenance. Dive with us in the N.J. State Aquarium, or on a Caribbean group trip.
Underwater Videographer With some simple techniques and practice you can be ready to capture those rare moments underwater when the eagle ray glides by gracefully or a whale puts on a show. Video is a very forgiving medium and it's easy to get reasonably good footage. With the right training you can get excellent results you'll be proud to show friends and family.
Wreck Diver Each of us has experienced the lure of diving on the remains of a ship which may have gone to a watery grave 50, 100 or even 200 years ago! Learn how to explore these relics with us. You'll learn proper planning and organization, specialized techniques and equipment, safety procedures, historical research and more.
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Go Pro!
After you've gained your Rescue Diver certification, you can take the first step in your professional dive career and become a PADI Divemaster. Working closely with a PADI Instructor, you'll expand your dive knowledge and hone your skills as you become a dive professional. PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership abilities by training you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers.
Divemaster
GO Pro! The PADI Divemaster Course is the first professional rating in the PADI System of Diver Education. As a Divemaster Candidate you will refine your diving skills and learn the best ways to demonstrate those skills to entry level students and certified divers. You will also gain knowledge in dive theory while improving your “people skills” through a combination of structured class, pool & Open Water sessions as well as home study & assisting in training sessions with actual students Once you complete the course and become a certified, insured PADI Divemaster you will be able to lead divers on tours, assist with classes, and independently conduct certain PADI programs such as Scuba Review, Discover Snorkeling, and Skin Diver.
Cost: $695 Plus Materials
Prerequisites: 18 years of age, 20 Logged Dives, PADI Rescue Diver or qualifying certification from another training organization, current PADI Emergency First Response or CPR Certification.
Required Equipment includes full scuba equipment as well as a cutting device, snorkel, and signaling device.
Assistant Instructor
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