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The price for private classes varies by course. Just click on the course you are interested in to find its pricing.
To get started, just give us a call to schedule a consultation or use our online calendar to schedule a convenient time for our consultation.
To register for a course, a 50% deposit is due upon scheduling a course.
Except for the portion of the course fee for the PADI e-learning, course fees are refundable up to 45 days prior to the scheduled start of your course. After that time they are non-refundable.
The location for lessons depends on the course. Open Water classes require the first session in a pool. These are generally offered in St Petersburg, FL area pools. The two days of dives are usually offered at Lake Denton. Advanced Open Water courses are offered in Key Largo (to give you a better diving experience).
We only offer private or private group (maximum of 4 divers) lessons. The classes are offered on weekends, those that require 3 days, run Friday – Sunday. The exact date for a classes is scheduled in consultation with you.
We offer a wide range of PADI certified courses. Click “Courses” in our menu to see our full list.
We also offer private lesson to improve you skills or to help you overcome your fears of diving.
Scuba gear is not included in most courses. We recommend that all student purchase at minimum: 1) Properly fitted googles, 2) Snorkel, and 3) Scuba fins. BCDs, weights, and tanks can be rented through local dive shops we work with.
Some specialty courses require additional equipment.
In addition, we can help you choose the appropriate equipment to meet you short or long term needs.
Yes. Typically there are two exam components.
First is the PADI e-Learning (theory, knowledge & safety) module which includes an online exam. Second is the skills test which is usually conducted in a pool or open water.
The course price includes your PADI e-learning course, any required pool rental, and your instructor’s time.
Normally equipment, boat fees, hotels and meals are not included.
Through our travel agency, we can quote and bill you for a complete package – just let us know.
Most people are susceptible to sea sickness at some level.
The best way to avoid it is to avoid eating food or drink with citric acid like orange or grape fruit in the morning.
Also over-the-counter medicine like Bonine taken the night before and the morning of dives helps many divers – ask your doctor if that is right for you.
If you know that you are very susceptible to motion sickness you may want to consider consulting your doctor and getting a prescription motion sickness medication.
We are an adult private lesson operation. Exceptions which include a related adult can be considered for a small family group including a child.
No, we are instructors. However, we have a link with a national scuba equipment supplier for those not living near a scuba dive shop.
In addition, we have arrangements with local dive shops where we offer courses where you can purchase equipment.
Finally, we are more than happy to discuss your scuba equipment needs and help you go down the right path, both in the short and long term.
Basic swimming skills are usually required for certification courses.
This is something that should be discussed during our initial consultation session.
Instructors teach how to equalize ear pressure during descent, and most people learn to do this easily with practice.
Scuba diving requires a baseline level of physical capability to ensure safety and manage the demands of the activity. Key requirements include:
Divers must be free of significant cardiovascular, respiratory, or neurological conditions. Conditions like untreated heart disease, epilepsy, lung abnormalities (e.g., asthma requiring frequent medication), or a history of decompression illness may disqualify candidates. Middle ear and sinus function must allow pressure equalization during descent.
For most courses there is a medical certification required. As part of the process you’ll complete a questionnaire. Your answers determine whether it is necessary for you to have your docotor sign a medical certificate stating you are medically qualified to dive. For most people it is as simple as having your doctor sign the form.
Basic swimming competency is typically required for enrollment in our courses.
: Divers should handle moderate exertion.
: Carrying heavy gear (tanks, weights) demands sufficient strength, particularly for boat dives requiring ladder climbs.
: Low-impact activities (swimming, yoga) help manage equipment and reduce injury risk.
While obesity isn’t an outright disqualifier, it increases decompression sickness risk and complicates gear management. Health agencies caution against being “extremely overweight” or “out of condition”.
Conditions like severe anxiety, claustrophobia, or untreated psychiatric disorders may disqualify divers due to safety risks.
: Cold water or strong currents heighten physical demands.
: Efficient buoyancy control reduces exertion.
: Fitness reserves help manage unexpected situations like currents or equipment failures.
While many divers with varying fitness levels participate safely, improved physical conditioning enhances safety margins and comfort, particularly in challenging conditions.
Concerns
Scuba diving requires a baseline level of physical capability to ensure safety and manage the demands of the activity. Key requirements include:
Divers must be free of significant cardiovascular, respiratory, or neurological conditions. Conditions like untreated heart disease, epilepsy, lung abnormalities (e.g., asthma requiring frequent medication), or a history of decompression illness may disqualify candidates56. Middle ear and sinus function must allow pressure equalization during descent3.
Basic swimming competency is typically required for certification. While agencies may test this (e.g., treading water for 10 minutes or swimming 200 meters), non-swimmers can sometimes participate in supervised introductory dives[^previous^]2.
: Divers should handle moderate exertion (e.g., walking 1 km in 10 minutes or sustaining 6 METs of effort during exercise)25.
: Carrying heavy gear (tanks, weights) demands sufficient strength, particularly for boat dives requiring ladder climbs28.
: Low-impact activities (swimming, yoga) help manage equipment and reduce injury risk1.
While obesity isn’t an outright disqualifier, it increases decompression sickness risk and complicates gear management26. Agencies caution against being “extremely overweight” or “out of condition”6.
Conditions like severe anxiety, claustrophobia, or untreated psychiatric disorders may disqualify divers due to safety risks37.
: Cold water or strong currents heighten physical demands12.
: Fitness reserves help manage unexpected situations like currents or equipment failures12.
A pre-dive medical exam is often mandatory, focusing on cardiac, respiratory, and neurological health57. Conditions like recent surgeries or uncontrolled hypertension typically require physician clearance36.
While many divers with varying fitness levels participate safely, improved physical conditioning enhances safety margins and comfort, particularly in challenging conditions.
If you have any concerns, let’s talk about them during your initial consultation.
We only offer private classes. So it will be only you. You have the ability to include three additional adults if you wish in a private group class. Fees for additional students vary by course.
Raise all of them. Use our consultation to answer any and all of your questions or concerns.
Plus always feel comfortable asking questions. Diving is an incredibly exciting experience. However, there are dangers and risks involved. The purpose of our courses is to teach you how to dive safely and with confidence.
Always ask all of your questions.
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