Learn to Scuba Dive
Scuba diving is an avocation and hobby that is very community-oriented
and team-centered. It is an adventurous activity that embraces nature
and fosters in its participants a sense of responsibility for our
environment and one’s fellow scuba divers.
This spring, your Family YMCA is offering the entry level PADI Open Water Diver in association with Dive Connections, a PADI 5-Star Center. Here is the schedule:
| 2/7 Saturday | 1-4pm | Orientation |
| 2/8 Sunday | 1-4pm | Academics & Pool Training |
| 2/14-15 Sat & Sun | 1-4pm | Academics & Pool Training |
| 3/21-22 Sat & Sun | 1-4pm | Academics & Pool Training |
| 4/18-19 Sat & Sun | 8am - 5pm | Weekend of Diving at Lake Phoenix |
Final certification dives will be done at Lake Phoenix located in Rawlings, Virginia.
Complete Certification Cost: $699
The cost of the programs include all instruction and classroom materials, certification fees, use of scuba equipment for pool and open water training and two days of diving at Lake Phoenix. Students will need to provide their own mask, snorkel, booties and fins. If they do not already own this personal gear, Dive Connections has a Personal Gear Package for as low as $229.
To Register - Three Steps - and call Dive Connections at 434-964-9200 if you have any questions.
(1) Hold your space with a Deposit - a $150 deposit will hold your space and we will send your materials to begin your studies. The balance of the course fees is payable on the first day of class.
(2) Arrange Personal Scuba Gear - Every diver needs certain Personal Gear for comfort and fit; a mask, snorkel, fins and booties. You just can't go diving without it. If you already has these items, Great! If not, our provider, Dive Connections, will provide a quality gear package that will suit the rigors of diving at a reasonable price. Upgrades are available. Here is a link to the Personal Gear Package.
Deposit Your Class Now -
(3) Review the Medical Statement - Once we receive your deposit we will be sending you a medical statement and liability releases for your completion. Please just fill them out and return them as requested. If you are wondering about how scuba diving can affect your health, here is a link to a medical release and information. It’s always a good idea to have a physician advise you when you are planning a new activity.
