Learning to Dive
We run regular training courses throughout the year, from teaching novices to scuba dive in open water for the first time, through to more advanced courses and qualifications for our our more experienced members. Most training takes places on Tuesday club nights, with classroom based lessons from 7pm to 8.15pm, followed by lessons in the pool until 10pm. Initial open water training is conducted at inland diving centres, usually
Stoney Cove
in Leicestershire.
As we are a club, not a professional dive school, there is just a one-off training fee that covers all the training you will ever do with us. We also have the flexibility to schedule training to your needs and abilities - missed lessons can be repeated, and as much time as necessary can be spent on skills in the pool and open water to ensure that both you and the intructor feel confident in your ability. The branch also has equipment available for members to use during pool training, and being a club means that there is always likely to be someone willing to lend kit for your initial open water dives. We do however recommend purchasing your own personal equipment for open water use as soon possible - you'll be safest and most comfortable diving in equipment that you know well, fits you well, and is well maintained. But don't worry - you'll find there's no shortage of club members willing to share their experiences, recommendations and expertise when it comes to choosing the right gear! For more details about the different levels of training we offer, or how to get started, send us an e-mail at info@ydive.org.uk . |
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Divers in and around London are invited to the London Festival of Diving on Sunday 2 December at the London Welsh Centre, 157-163 Gray's Inn Rd, WC1 a full-on day of kit, speakers, workshops and socialising. The centre is a ten minute walk from King's Cross station or Russell Square tube, and a whole day's entertainment can be had for £6.
BSAC is campaigning with the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) for the creation of marine reserves in UK seas. The "Marine Reserves Now!" partnership will be launched at the London International Dive Show, over the weekend of the 10th and 11th March 2007.
London Region BSAC is organising a social at the Novotel hotel, 100 Euston Rd NW1 on Sat 2 Dec, from 7.30pm - midnight.
All London divers are welcome!