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PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD)-Pool

PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD)-Pool

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$77

Duration

4 hours

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Min Age

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Learn Scuba with Aqua Ventura’s PADI Discover Scuba Diving in Pool

Highlights of the PADI Discover Scuba Diving Pool Session:

  • Introductory Diving Experience: Perfect for those new to scuba, this pool session provides a gentle introduction to underwater breathing and buoyancy.
  • Safe, Controlled Environment: Gain confidence in a calm pool with experienced instructors guiding you.
  • Practice Essential Skills: Learn how to breathe underwater, clear your mask, and maintain buoyancy.
  • Family-Friendly Fun: Great for individuals, friends, or families who want to share in the excitement.
  • Foundation for Further Training: If you’re inspired to continue, this session can count toward your PADI Open Water Diver course.

This is a wonderful introduction class for 10 year olds up to adults to experience the exciting underwater world in the pool. In the shallow water they will learn to breathe under water, clearing the mask, clearing the regulator, regulator recovery then sharing air plus get to swim around with a PADI instructor to enjoy the new experience!! This will let you know if you really like it or not.

Discover Scuba Diving is the perfect introduction for anyone aged 10 and up who wants to experience the underwater world without committing to full certification. This half-day course, led by Aqua Ventura’s skilled PADI instructors, provides a safe, exciting first dive experience. Participants begin in a controlled environment, like a pool or shallow water, where they learn essential scuba skills: breathing underwater, clearing their mask, regulator recovery, and sharing air. Once comfortable, they’ll dive in open water to explore vibrant coral reefs and tropical fish around Negros Oriental—a top diving destination. This program is ideal for curious travelers eager to see marine life up close and decide if scuba diving might become a lifelong passion. With a blend of instruction and adventure, Discover Scuba Diving offers a unique opportunity to explore the beauty beneath the waves.

  • Experience scuba diving under the direct care and supervision of a PADI Pro
  • Take their first breaths underwater in water shallower than 3 meters/10 feet.
  • Learn about and use scuba diving equipment
  • Have lots of fun.

Dive into Adventure with Aqua Ventura’s Discover Scuba Diving Course in Dauin

Dauin, Negros Oriental, is a paradise for underwater explorers, and Aqua Ventura offers the perfect beginner’s scuba diving course to experience it firsthand. With its gentle waters and thriving marine life, Dauin is an ideal setting for those new to the sport. Aqua Ventura’s Discover Scuba Diving program introduces participants aged 10 and up to scuba diving without the commitment of a full certification. This half-day experience is designed to provide a safe, hands-on introduction to the underwater world.

Led by Aqua Ventura’s experienced PADI instructors, this course takes place in a controlled environment, either a shallow pool or protected waters close to shore. It begins with a brief orientation covering essential scuba skills such as breathing underwater, clearing the mask, and regulator recovery. For those curious about diving but uncertain about a full course, this experience offers a glimpse into the thrill and beauty of underwater exploration.

Are you curious about scuba diving but not sure if you're ready to dive into the ocean just yet? Aqua Ventura Divers’ PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) Pool program is the perfect way to try scuba in a safe, controlled environment. Designed for first-time divers and those who want a taste of underwater exploration, this pool-based introduction is led by certified PADI instructors who will guide you every step of the way. With zero pressure and all the fun, you’ll experience the thrill of breathing underwater without needing any prior experience.

Our Discover Scuba Diving program is held in a clear, calm pool, providing the ideal setting for beginners to get comfortable with scuba equipment and underwater techniques. During this experience, our instructors will introduce you to basic scuba skills, allowing you to practice essentials like breathing through a regulator, clearing your mask, and maintaining buoyancy—all in shallow water. This introductory dive is designed to ease any nerves and let you gain confidence at your own pace.

The DSD experience begins with a short, engaging session on the basics of scuba diving and essential safety protocols. You’ll learn about the equipment you’ll be using, including how it functions and the importance of each component. Our friendly instructors will explain how pressure affects your body and what you can expect underwater. This initial briefing is easy to follow and ensures that all your questions are answered before getting into the pool.

Scuba diving Pool

Once in the water, you’ll begin with shallow exercises to get comfortable. Breathing underwater for the first time is a unique experience, and our instructors will be right by your side, offering guidance and encouragement as you adjust to this new environment. The pool allows you to practice these skills in a controlled space, making it easier to focus on your breathing, practice movements, and feel what it’s like to be weightless. Your instructor will guide you through simple hand signals used in scuba to communicate underwater, adding a bit of fun as you learn how to ‘speak’ in this new, silent world.

The Discover Scuba Diving pool session also emphasizes buoyancy, a key skill in scuba diving. Our instructors will teach you techniques for maintaining balance in the water and help you practice moving effortlessly, a feeling often described as flying underwater. As you float and maneuver around the pool, you’ll gain a sense of freedom that’s hard to find in any other environment. This hands-on experience will build your comfort and give you a taste of the calm and excitement that comes with scuba diving.

One of the main highlights of the PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) Pool session is that it provides a foundation for those interested in pursuing further scuba certifications, like the PADI Open Water Diver course. If you discover that scuba is something you want to continue, this experience can count towards your Open Water certification, which means you’re already on the path to becoming a certified diver!

This pool-based program is also ideal for those traveling with friends or family who want to dive but aren’t quite ready to head to open water. It’s a fun group activity that allows everyone to share in the excitement without the commitment of a full course. And since it takes place in a pool, even kids can participate, making it a great introduction for younger adventurers interested in exploring underwater life.

Throughout the session, our instructors ensure that every moment is as enjoyable and safe as possible. With years of experience, they’re equipped to provide you with a supportive environment, allowing you to feel confident in trying something new. After your pool session, we invite you to visit our dive center and learn more about the next steps for diving in open water. You’ll leave with a new appreciation for the underwater world and may even feel inspired to take your diving further.

What to Bring:

  • Swimsuit, towel, and change of clothes
  • Reef-safe sunscreen and water for hydration

Additional Information:

  • The Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) Pool program is available to anyone aged 10 and older with basic swimming skills.
  • Sessions are available year-round and can be scheduled to fit your itinerary.
  • This experience does not result in a certification but serves as an excellent stepping stone for those interested in becoming certified divers.

Join Aqua Ventura Divers for a PADI Discover Scuba Diving pool session and take your first steps into the underwater world in a fun and safe environment. With no prior experience required, you’ll gain new skills, learn about scuba basics, and see what it feels like to dive—all in the comfort of a pool. Embrace the adventure of scuba with Aqua Ventura Divers, where every dive is a chance to discover something new!

Included/Excluded

  • PADI Instructor
  • Lunch
  • Scuba Gear
  • All Fees
  • Land Transfers

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Booking & Payment

All Dive Courses, Fun Dives and Day Tours are booked and fully paid in advance. We shall require the following:
  • Full payment (Bank/Wire Transfer or Credit/Debit card via Paypal Invoice) is required to confirm/reserve booking of day tours/dive courses/fun dives cost, minimum of 8-10 days before tour date.
  • Complete Guests details preferably with photocopy of valid I.D.’s (Passport/government I.D. etc.)
  • Hotel/Resort pickup information (for day tour guests)

Rebooking Policy

A one-time rebooking of tour is allowed up to 60 days or 2 months from original tour date (depending upon availability) for free with advance notice of at least 5 days before tour date.For succeeding rebookings there after a rebooking fee of $50 will be charged per rebooking.Failure to inform or give advance notice of intent to rebook will be considered a no show/on the day cancellation (see cancellation policy).

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Total dive or tour amount paid will be refunded less the cost of cancellation fees levied by PAMBI/DENR/Boat Operators Fees (rebookable but non-refundable), hotels, transport reservations or food expenses and administrative costs, belowNo Of Days Percentage Forfeited of Total Tour Price
  • 31 days ++ Full refund less 20% administration fee
  • 14-30 days 35% of the tour price +15% administration fee
  • 6-14 days 50% of the tour price +15% administration fee
  • Less than 5 days and No Show / On the day cancellations no refunds
  • Whale Sharks Fee is non-refundable 
  • No Sighting of Whale Sharks (small chance) is non-refundable
Full refund during Force Majeure/Coastguard advised cancellations less PAMBI/DENR/Boat Operators non-refundable fee and payment (bank/card) online transfer fees.Please be guided with the estimated time for refunds to be completed.
  • Cash/Bank Transfer 7-14 Business Days
  • Credit Card/PayPal 14-25 Business Days

Payment Flow

Once you book your dive course, fun dive, or day tour through our website, we will send a digital invoice to the email you provided. The invoice will include payment instructions for bank or wire transfer and credit/debit card payment via PayPal Invoice (additional 6.5% PayPal and bank fees apply).

Payment Types

Full payment for dives and tours is required to secure your booking. Payment options include:
  1. Bank/Wire Transfer (Cash)
  2. Credit Card/Debit Card via PayPal Invoice (+6.5% Paypal and bank Fees)
Please ensure timely payment to confirm your reservation. Thank you!

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