Whether you're taking your first breath underwater or looking to expand your diving skills, our range of scuba training programs is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and experience you need to become a confident and responsible diver.
Try Scuba Diving Courses
Try Scuba
The SDI Try Scuba program is your introduction to the underwater world. This entry-level program gives you the opportunity to experience the underwater world, in a confined water setting. You will earn the SSI Try Scuba recognition rating.
Basic Diver
This globally-recognized certification program is the best way to begin your life-long adventure as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SDI Open Water Diver certification.
SDI Junior Open Water Scuba Diver
The SDI Junior Open Water Scuba Diver course is designed for young adventurers aged 10-14 who are eager to explore the underwater world. This introductory program provides comprehensive training, including theoretical lessons, confined water sessions, and open water dives, all tailored to the learning needs of young divers. The course covers essential scuba skills, safety protocols, and environmental awareness, ensuring a safe and enjoyable diving experience.
The SDI Scuba Diver course is perfect for those who want to explore the underwater world but have limited time. This entry-level certification allows you to dive under the supervision of a professional, providing a solid foundation in basic scuba skills. The course includes theoretical lessons, confined water training, and practical open water dives, culminating in the Scuba Diver certification, which can be upgraded to Open Water Diver with additional training.
Open Water Diver
Begin your underwater adventure with the SDI Open Water Diver course. This program equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to dive safely and confidently in open water. It includes theory sessions, confined water training, and open water dives, leading to an internationally recognized certification.
Enriched Air Nitrox
Extend your bottom time with the SDI Nitrox Diver course. This program teaches the use of enriched air nitrox, allowing for longer dives with shorter surface intervals.
Navigation
Enhance your underwater navigation skills with the SDI Navigation specialty course. This program teaches you how to use a compass, natural navigation techniques, and the best practices for navigating underwater environments. Gain the confidence to lead dives and explore new dive sites with precision and safety.
Deep Diving
Explore greater depths safely with the SDI Deep Diving specialty. Learn to manage the challenges of deeper water, including decompression, nitrogen narcosis, and equipment considerations.
Wreck Diving
iscover the excitement of diving on wrecks with the SDI Wreck Diving course. Gain the skills to navigate and explore these underwater structures while ensuring your safety.
Perfect Buoyancy
Achieve effortless control underwater with the SDI Perfect Buoyancy course. This specialty is designed to refine your buoyancy skills, helping you conserve air, move gracefully, and protect delicate marine ecosystems. Ideal for all skill levels, this course will enhance your diving experience and comfort.
Advanced Adventurer
The SDI Advanced Adventurer program is an excellent way to explore different aspects of diving. This course includes five adventure dives, each focusing on a specific specialty, such as deep diving, navigation, or night diving. It's a great way to sample various diving activities and identify areas for further training.
The SDI Advanced Open Water Diver course builds on the skills learned in the Open Water Diver course, providing additional experience and confidence. It includes a series of adventure dives, covering areas like deep diving, underwater navigation, and night diving. This course is designed to enhance your skills and introduce you to more challenging dive environments.
Advanced Wreck Diving
Explore the mysteries of underwater wrecks with the SDI Advanced Wreck Diving course. This program provides advanced skills for safely navigating, mapping, and penetrating wrecks. It emphasizes safety protocols, buoyancy control, and the use of specialized equipment, offering a thrilling way to explore history beneath the waves.
Diver Stress & Rescue
The SDI Diver Stress & Rescue course equips you with the skills to prevent and manage diving-related emergencies. Learn to recognize stress, perform effective rescues, and manage panic situations underwater. This course is essential for anyone who wants to become a more competent and confident diver.
React Right
The SDI React Right program is an emergency response course that covers primary and secondary care, including CPR, AED use, and first aid. This training is invaluable for divers, providing the skills needed to respond to medical emergencies both underwater and on the surface. Completing this course prepares you for a safer diving experience and meets the prerequisites for the Rescue Diver course.
Deep Diving
Many exciting dive sites are located in deeper water. Without proper training, this kind of diving puts you at risk. The SSI Deep Diving Specialty will give you the ability to safely and comfortably plan and conduct dives beyond 60 feet / 18 meters and is a prerequisite for some advanced training. You will earn the SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification after completing this program.
Wreck Diving
Many of the ocean’s best dive sites have artificial reefs, or wrecks that have sunk through the ages. This program gives you the skills and knowledge required to safely scuba dive above and around these underwater treasures. You will earn the SSI Wreck Diving certification after completing this program.
Perfect Buoyancy
Do you want to increase your buoyancy control, minimize your breathing gas consumption, or move effortlessly above the ocean floor? The SSI Perfect Buoyancy program teaches you the skills and techniques needed to maximize your dive experience, increase your comfort in the water, and get the most from your equipment. You will earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification.
Advanced Adventurer
This program allows you to experience five different open water dives from five SSI Specialty programs without requiring you to complete the entire Specialty. If you are unsure of your next step, this is the perfect way to advance your dive skills and experience, and to identify which Specialty programs interest you. You will earn the SSI Advanced Adventurer certification after completing this program.
Attention: The Advanced Adventurer certification is not counted towards the AOWD Recognition. To achieve one or more specialty certification(s) for the AOWD, you may decide to complete one or more of these specialties. Your dives from the Advanced Adventurer course will of course be counted.
Specialty Diver
The SDI Specialty Diver certification is awarded upon completing two SDI Specialty courses and logging 25 dives. This program allows divers to deepen their skills in specific areas of interest, such as navigation, deep diving, or underwater photography. It's a great way to expand your diving knowledge and experience.
Master Diver
The SDI Master Diver certification is the highest non-professional level in the SDI training system. It requires the completion of four SDI Specialty courses, including Diver Stress & Rescue, and logging a minimum of 50 dives. This recognition is awarded to divers who have demonstrated advanced skills, knowledge, and experience, making them well-rounded and competent in various diving conditions.
Extended Range Nitrox Diving
The SDI Extended Range Nitrox Diving course is designed for divers looking to extend their bottom time using nitrox blends up to 100% oxygen. This course covers advanced planning and execution of dives, decompression theory, and the use of multiple cylinders. It’s ideal for those interested in technical diving or exploring deeper and longer dive profiles safely.
Boat Diving
The SDI Boat Diving course provides essential skills and knowledge for diving from boats. This course covers boat terminology, safety procedures, entry and exit techniques, and the unique aspects of boat diving. It's perfect for divers who plan to explore offshore dive sites and need to be familiar with boat operations and protocols.
Deep Diving
Many exciting dive sites are located in deeper water. Without proper training, this kind of diving puts you at risk. The SSI Deep Diving Specialty will give you the ability to safely and comfortably plan and conduct dives beyond 60 feet / 18 meters and is a prerequisite for some advanced training. You will earn the SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification after completing this program.
Wreck Diving
Many of the ocean’s best dive sites have artificial reefs, or wrecks that have sunk through the ages. This program gives you the skills and knowledge required to safely scuba dive above and around these underwater treasures. You will earn the SSI Wreck Diving certification after completing this program.
Perfect Buoyancy
Do you want to increase your buoyancy control, minimize your breathing gas consumption, or move effortlessly above the ocean floor? The SSI Perfect Buoyancy program teaches you the skills and techniques needed to maximize your dive experience, increase your comfort in the water, and get the most from your equipment. You will earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification.
Advanced Adventurer
This program allows you to experience five different open water dives from five SSI Specialty programs without requiring you to complete the entire Specialty. If you are unsure of your next step, this is the perfect way to advance your dive skills and experience, and to identify which Specialty programs interest you. You will earn the SSI Advanced Adventurer certification after completing this program.
Attention: The Advanced Adventurer certification is not counted towards the AOWD Recognition. To achieve one or more specialty certification(s) for the AOWD, you may decide to complete one or more of these specialties. Your dives from the Advanced Adventurer course will of course be counted.
Waves, Tides & Currents
The SDI Waves, Tides & Currents specialty course teaches divers how to handle challenging diving conditions. This course covers the effects of waves, tides, and currents on diving, along with strategies for safe entry and exit. It’s particularly useful for divers who plan to explore coastal or drift diving sites.
Photo & Video
Capture the beauty of the underwater world with the SDI Photo & Video specialty course. This program covers the basics of underwater photography and videography, including equipment setup, shooting techniques, and post-processing tips. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, this course helps you document your underwater adventures.
Seabob Diving
The SDI Seabob Diving specialty introduces divers to the use of underwater scooters or Diver Propulsion Vehicles (DPVs). Learn the unique skills and safety procedures for diving with a Seabob, including maintenance, buddy communication, and handling. This course adds an exciting dimension to diving, allowing you to cover more ground and experience the thrill of powered underwater exploration
Search & Recovery
The SDI Search & Recovery course provides divers with the skills to locate and recover objects underwater. Learn search patterns, recovery techniques using lift bags, and safe handling of objects. This course is invaluable for divers interested in underwater archaeology, treasure hunting, or assisting in recovery missions.
Deep Diving
Many exciting dive sites are located in deeper water. Without proper training, this kind of diving puts you at risk. The SSI Deep Diving Specialty will give you the ability to safely and comfortably plan and conduct dives beyond 60 feet / 18 meters and is a prerequisite for some advanced training. You will earn the SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification after completing this program.
Wreck Diving
Many of the ocean’s best dive sites have artificial reefs, or wrecks that have sunk through the ages. This program gives you the skills and knowledge required to safely scuba dive above and around these underwater treasures. You will earn the SSI Wreck Diving certification after completing this program.
Perfect Buoyancy
Do you want to increase your buoyancy control, minimize your breathing gas consumption, or move effortlessly above the ocean floor? The SSI Perfect Buoyancy program teaches you the skills and techniques needed to maximize your dive experience, increase your comfort in the water, and get the most from your equipment. You will earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification.
Advanced Adventurer
This program allows you to experience five different open water dives from five SSI Specialty programs without requiring you to complete the entire Specialty. If you are unsure of your next step, this is the perfect way to advance your dive skills and experience, and to identify which Specialty programs interest you. You will earn the SSI Advanced Adventurer certification after completing this program.
Attention: The Advanced Adventurer certification is not counted towards the AOWD Recognition. To achieve one or more specialty certification(s) for the AOWD, you may decide to complete one or more of these specialties. Your dives from the Advanced Adventurer course will of course be counted.
Log your dives, track your progress, and share your underwater adventures with our interactive Dive Log. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out, our Dive Log is the perfect way to document your journey.
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$95 Certified Divers
$60 Bubble Watchers Come along for the ride watch Divers from the Boat
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Full toilet, sanitation stand and hot water rinse shower on board available. Lounging on the stern deck is also a nice way to relax on the way back.
Get on board AquaLife Divers bright and early, explore Pompano’s most famous shipwrecks and reefs, and see the unbelievably beautiful marine life. This is absolutely fantastic diving!
$95 Certified Divers
$60 Bubble Watchers Come along for the ride watch Divers from the Boat
Certified Divers only
Full toilet, sanitation stand and hot water rinse shower on board available. Lounging on the stern deck is also a nice way to relax on the way back.