Divers training in the pool with a Dive In instructor

Recreational Courses

Every step of the PADI recreational path, taught at Gildenburgh Water

Our recreational courses

Start where you are. Each course builds on the last, and we run them year round from our base at Gildenburgh Water.

PADI Open Water Diver course artwork

Beginner Courses

Take your first steps into the sport of scuba diving.

Two divers carrying out a drysuit buddy check before a dive

Advanced

Continue your education with Adventure Diver and Advanced Open Water qualifications.

Divers practising a rescue tow on the surface

Rescue Diver & EFR

Step up to the challenge of Rescue Diver and Emergency First Response.

Divers taking part in a Dive Against Debris clean-up

Master Scuba Diver & Specialties

Discover the many different facets of diving through PADI Specialty Diver courses, and meet the challenge to become a Master Scuba Diver.

A child trying scuba diving on a PADI Bubblemaker session

Children’s Courses

Children from the age of 8 can join in the fun with Bubblemaker, Seal Team and Junior Open Water.

Instructor running a skills refresher in the pool

Refresher

Haven’t dived for a while? No problem — come and do a refresher with one of our experienced instructors.

The PADI course flow chart showing how recreational and professional certifications build on each other

Where next?

The PADI course path

Recreational diving follows a clear route: try it, get certified, build experience, then specialise. From Master Scuba Diver you can carry on into professional training or technical diving.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to be able to swim to scuba dive?
You have to be able to do a continuous 200 m swim. There is no time limit.
Is equipment included?
Yes. Equipment is provided for recreational courses, and can be hired for other courses or for trips.
What else is included in the course price?
There are no hidden costs. Site entry, air fills, manuals and certification fees are all included.

Not sure where to start?

Give us a call and we will talk you through the options.