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:
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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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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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