Learning to Dive

Warm waters, no stress and a dedication to quality are some of the benefits of a Buccaneer Diving learn to dive programme. When considering whether or not to learn to dive, consider the following:

  • Scuba is what you want it to be: from high-adrenaline adventure to peaceful interaction with nature.
  • You`ll be diving Indian Ocean reefs during your course.
  • You`re not going to spend hours in the classroom getting bored - we minimise classroom time
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    PADI Bubble Maker

    Age: 8+
    Pre-requisites: Medical fittness
    Course Duration: 1/2 Day

    This course is designed especially for children that are competant in the water but are too young to participate in other scuba diving courses. During this course your child will be taught a little diving theory, some diving skills and enjoy playing underwater games using scuba equipment in a swimming pool or similar calm, shallow underwater environment whilst under the supervision of a diving instructor.
    Further information on these and all other courses can be found on the PADI website.



    PADI Discover Scuba Diving

    Age: 10+
    Pre-requisites: Medical fittness
    Course Duration: 1 Day

    This course is designed for those that wish to get a taste of scuba diving. Basic level scuba diving theory is taught with the use of video. This is followed by a pool session where the candidate learns basic scuba skills and gains underwater confidence. The candidate then goes on a dive trip accomanied by an instructor.
    After participating in the course you may continue to dive with us during your holiday to a maximum depth of 12m with one of our instructors.
    Further information on these and all other courses can be found on the PADI website.

    PADI Scuba Diver

    Age: 10+
    Pre-requisites: Medical fittness
    Course Duration: 2-3 Days

    This course is designed for those that want to learn to dive but have insufficient time to complete the Open Water Course and those that have no wish to dive independantly or below 12m.
    This course takes you half way to becoming an open water diver. You will participate in three theory sessions, three pool sessions and two open water dives. After the course you may continue to dive under the supervision of an instructor or divemaster. If subsiquently you decide to become an open water diver this course will be credited towards your open water qualification.
    Further information on these and all other courses can be found on the PADI website.



    PADI Open Water Referral

    Age: 10+
    Pre-requisites: Medical fittness
    Course Duration: 2-3 Days

    The PADI system for diver education is modular - so you can learn to dive a piece at a time, and if you only have time for part of the course, what you`ve done won`t be wasted. We offer referral options for students who`ve already completed all pool and theory requirement Check out our frequently asked questions for more details.
    Further information on these and all other courses can be found on the PADI website.




    PADI Open Water

    Age: 10+
    Pre-requisites: Medical fittness
    Course Duration: 4-5 Days

    This is the PADI entry level scuba qualification. Completion of this course entitles you to dive independantly with your buddy within conditions you have experienced in familiar sites.
    You will participate in five theory sessions, five pool sessions and four open water dives. After the course you may continue to dive under similar or better conditions than those you have experienced independantly from proffessional supervision to a depth of 18m. There are many exciting adventure dives, specialties and courses you may participate in after achieving this qualification. Continuing your diver education will fine tune your skills, give you extra confidence and increase your experience.
    Further information on these and all other courses can be found on the PADI website.


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