Dive in a Day Scuba Course

Rules & Regulations

No Experience Necessary!

• Must be able to swim
• If there is a yes on the medical form you must get a doctors note.

Important Medical Information

You are responsible to make sure you are medically qualified to participate in this activity.  This is for your safety. A medical history form must be completed by all divers prior to participating in this activity. To qualify to dive – a diver must be certified to dive you must be medically fit, not be flying within 24 hrs after completion of dive trip. (no existing, heart, lung or severe sinus issues.)

Adult guests must present a valid government ID at check-in.

Cancellation Policy

STUDENTS MUST KNOW BASIC SWIMMING TO PARTICIPATE IN DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING.

If discover scuba students do not pass the morning pool session and are unable to dive on the afternoon charter they may choose to snorkel.

THERE WILL BE NO REFUND IF THE INSTRUCTOR DEEMS STUDENT TO BE UNSAFE IN THE OCEAN. THESES INDIVIDUALS WILL BE ALLOWED TO SNORKEL OR RIDE ALONG ON THE AFTERNOON CHARTER.

• 72 hours. Due to scheduling and availability considerations for our staff, we need at least 72 hours notice of any changes for instructional courses. Once we are within 72 hours of the scheduled class the reservation is non-cancelable, non-transferable, and non-refundable.

NO CALL NO SHOW NO REFUND, SEA SICK NO REFUND. NO REFUND FOR CANCELLATION WITHIN 24 HOURS OF EXCURSION!

FAQ’S

What kind of dive boat do we go on?

Our boat is a Newton 46’ Dive Special. This dive boat is roomy & comfortable. She has 2 levels so that our guests can enjoy plenty of sunshine or stay in the shade. Amenities include a camera table & rinse bins, two large dive ladders, swim platform, enclosed marine head (bathroom), fresh water showers, spacious bow, and state of the art electronics. She uses twin Cummins engines which supply over 800hp. This custom dive boat has every amenity a diver needs!

Can I go if I have never been diving before?

Even complete beginners can experience the wonder of our barrier reef —the only living coral reef in North America — with help from an expert instructor, who will guide you through two one-tank reef dives after you’ve successfully completed your swimming pool training.

Do I have to be medially fit to dive?

• You are responsible to make sure you are medically qualified to participate in this activity.
• This is for your safety. A medical history form must be completed by all divers prior to participating in this activity.
• To qualify to dive – a diver must be certified to dive (you must present your identification, and your certification card at check-in) medically fit, not be flying within 24 hrs after completion of dive trip. (no existing, heart, lung or severe sinus issues.)

What will I see in the water?

You could see hundreds of different varieties of fish on the reef, along with colorful corals and other sea creatures.

Where will we dive?

Marker 32, 9 Foot Stake, Sand Key Lighthouse, Eastern Dry Rocks, Rock Key, Western Sambos, or Cottrell. Your actual dive location will be chosen that day, to provide you with the most fun (and safe) experience, based on conditions in the water.

Details

Our boat is a Newton 46’ Dive Special. This dive boat is roomy & comfortable. She has 2 levels so that our guests can enjoy plenty of sunshine or stay in the shade. Amenities include a camera table & rinse bins, two large dive ladders, swim platform, enclosed marine head (bathroom), fresh water showers, spacious bow, and state of the art electronics. She uses twin Cummins engines which supply over 800hp. This custom dive boat has every amenity a diver needs!

• Even complete beginners can experience the wonder of our barrier reef —the only living coral reef in North America — with help from an expert instructor, who will guide you through two one-tank reef dives after you’ve successfully completed your swimming pool training.
• You could see hundreds of different varieties of fish on the reef, along with colorful corals and other sea creatures.
• Your actual dive location will be chosen that day, to provide you with the most fun (and safe) experience, based on conditions in the water.
• You’ll head out to Key West’s incredible barrier reef on the M/V Phoenix, a 46-foot Newton Custom Dive Boat that offers everything you need for a comfortable and exhilarating reef dive, including fresh water showers, fresh water hose, restroom, and ample storage space for gear and dry bags.