Sessions & Courses
DiveInclusive sponsors a range of programs tailored to different age groups and experience levels:
SSI Try Scuba: The SSI Try Scuba program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time. You will be in confined water and well looked after by your instructor, so you can enjoy those first unforgettable breaths underwater and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba recognition card and undoubtedly want to go diving again. Endless scuba diving adventures are waiting for you and this course is where it all begins. Start today!
SSI Explorers: SSI Explorers takes kid’s diving to a whole new level. Combined with the guidance and supervision of qualified SSI Explorers Instructors, this program includes a comprehensive printed Explorers manual to help your child learn the knowledge and skills they need to safely participate in snorkeling, mermaid, freediving, and scuba in a pool or confined water environment.
SSI Explorers Specialties: The fun doesn’t stop at the first explorers course! SSI Explorers can go on even more underwater adventures to earn 22 different Specialty Explorer ratings. They can improve their explorer skills with exciting specialties like Underwater Model Explorer, Rescue Explorer, Shark Ecology Explorer, and Search and Recovery Explorer, just to name a few.
SSI Explorers are recognized for their achievements with Explorers recognition cards which they can be proud of, share and show to their friends.
- SSI Open Water Diver Course: This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.
- All our sessions take place at: Ridgeway Leisure Centre Inverary Rd, Wroughton, Swindon SN4 9DJ
- Time: Wednesdays, 7.30pm to 9pm
Opening Doors to Underwater Exploration
At DiveInclusive, we’re committed to ensuring that the wonders of scuba diving are accessible to children who may otherwise face barriers to participating. By sponsoring young adventurers to take certified courses from leading organizations like SSI, we aim to reduce financial challenges and offer meaningful opportunities for kids from underrepresented communities to experience the ocean. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of divers, fostering confidence, environmental awareness, and a love for the underwater world through these transformative experiences.
Get ready to take your first breath underwater.
The process is easy!
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Explore Available Courses:
Explore the range of scuba diving courses we sponsor. Browse through the course descriptions to find the program that best suits your child’s interests.
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Complete Registration & medical Forms:
Once you’ve decided on a course:
Complete our registration form and pay the applicable admin fee as part of the checkout process. Be sure to provide accurate contact information and any mandatory details requested.
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Confirmation and Welcome:
After submitting your registration & medical forms, you will receive an acknowledgement email from DiveInclusive acknowledging your interest.
Once we review your forms and everything is ok, we will agree course/session date(s) with you & confirm your registration.
We are excited to embark on this underwater journey with your child and look forward to hearing from you soon!
SSI Try Scuba Diving
- The SSI Try Scuba program provides students with an introductory scuba experience with an SSI Professional in a pool/confined water environment.
Key information:
- Minimum age for participation: 8 years
- A parent or guardian must be at the pool to accompany children under the age of 16.
- All participants must download and complete the SSI Medical Disclaimer Form and upload it during the registration process, prior to participation. Any pre-existing medical conditions highlighted on this form will require medical clearance before we can allow you to take part.
- Session Duration: 60mins
- Kids must be comfortable in water.
- All equipment hire included
What do i need to do?:
- If you don't have a SSI profile, complete SSI registration here to get one
- Complete the DiveInclusive registration by clicking on the "Get Registered" button below
- Once your registration comes through, we will check all is in order and schedule you in with our training partner
- Course Cost: £50
- Course Cost: FREE
- Admin fee: £5
SSI Explorers
- The SSI Explorers program allows children to go underwater and sample the different ways they can explore the aquatic world around them. They will gain a solid foundation in ocean conservation and have the opportunity to experience four main aquatic adventures: snorkeling, scuba diving, freediving, and swimming like a real mermaid.
Key information:
- Age Requirement: 8 years or older for scuba diving
- DiveInclusive prerequisite for this course is SSI Try Scuba Diving
- You must be able to swim 12 metres without any swim or buoyancy aids
- A parent or guardian must be at the pool to accompany children under the age of 16 years old, they do not need to participate, but will be required to stay during the experience.
- All equipment hire included
What do i need to do?:
- If you don't have a SSI profile, complete SSI registration here to get one
- Complete the DiveInclusive registration by clicking on the "Get Registered" button below
- Once your registration comes through, we will check all is in order and schedule you in with our training partner
- Course Cost: £250
- Course Cost: FREE
- Admin fee: £50
SSI Explorer Specialties
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As a follow on of the SSI Explorers course, SSI Explorers can go on even more underwater adventures to earn different Specialty Explorer ratings. They can improve their explorer skills with exciting specialties and earn Explorer recognition cards for their achievements, which they can be proud of.
Complete 2 Explorer Specialties to earn your SSI Specialty Explorer rating.
Complete 4 Explorer Specialties to earn your SSI Advanced Explorer rating.
Complete Rescue Explorer plus 4 additional Explorer Specialties to become an SSI Master Explorer!
Key information:
- Age Requirement: 8 years or older for scuba diving
- DiveInclusive prerequisite for this course is the SSI Explorers course
- You must be able to swim 12 metres without any swim or buoyancy aids
- A parent or guardian must be at the pool to accompany children under the age of 16 years old, they do not need to participate, but will be required to stay during the experience.
- All equipment hire included
What do i need to do?:
- If you don't have a SSI profile, complete SSI registration here to get one
- Complete the DiveInclusive registration by clicking on the "Get Registered" button below
- Once your registration comes through, we will check all is in order and schedule you in with our training partner
- Cost: £250
- Cost: FREE
- Admin fee: £50
SSI Open Water Diver
- The SSI Open Water Diver program provides students with the knowledge and training necessary to dive autonomously with an equally- or more-qualified buddy, in environments equivalent with their training and to depths shallower than 18 meters.
Key information:
- Age Requirement: 10 years or older
- Course duration: Typically 4-5 sessions (can vary depending on progress)
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You must be medically fit for diving and be able to complete a 200-metre swim and tread water for 10 minutes
- Qualification Max depth: 18meters (60 feet)
- Certification: Globally recognized, valid for a lifetime, with opportunities for continuing education
- DiveInclusive course prerequisite: SSI Try Scuba Diving OR Any of the SSI Explorer courses
- Gear: Scuba equipment provided during the course
What do i need to do?:
- If you don't have a SSI profile, complete SSI registration here to get one
- Complete the DiveInclusive registration by clicking on the "Get Registered" button below
- Once your registration comes through, we will check all is in order and schedule you in with our training partner
- Cost: £579
- Cost: FREE
- Admin fee: £100
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