moderate
4–6 hours
Participants should be in good general health with basic swimming ability and comfortable in water.
Refresh your scuba skills with expert-led shore dives in San Diego’s stunning waters. DC’s Ultimate Refresher Course is perfect for returning divers seeking confidence and safety before their next dive.
Age 13 • 4-5 Hours • Haven't been diving in 2 plus years
Revitalize your scuba skills with DC’s Ultimate Refresher Course, designed for divers returning after a break. Enjoy personalized instruction during two guided shore dives, enhancing both confidence and safety. This unique program combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, ensuring you’re fully prepared for your next underwater adventure.
Keeping your scuba skills current is an important safety factor for yourself, us, and your fellow divers. Getting back into scuba diving after a long break or planning to go on a dive trip and feeling a little rusty and want to brush up on your knowledge and dive skills, then our ‘Ultimate Refresher Program’ is the perfect way to update your skills before jumping back into the ocean waters. It’s quick and easy, and a good way to prepare you for the next adventure.
We do offer you either the PADI ReActivate program or the SSI Scuba Review, either one will refresh your basic scuba skills and knowledge with ReActivate and bring you back up to speed to safely dive with your dive buddy or group.
• 13 years old, and in reasonable physical health. • Proof of scuba certification from any other recognized scuba training agency. • Complete Liability Release • Complete PADI/SSI Medical Statement • *Complete ReActive E-Learning (PADI course only)
• Experienced Scuba Instructor • Personalized Instruction (Max. 2 Divers per Instructor) • Knowledge Review Session, Equipment Review, In-Water Skills Practice • 2 Ocean Dives • All necessary Scuba Equipment
• PADI ReActivate E-Learning $69 payable directly to PADI
$350 per person
Please call first to confirm dive schedule availability before registering online
Ensure all your scuba equipment is in good working order before the course to maximize your refresher experience.
Drink plenty of water before and after dives as dehydration can increase the risk of decompression sickness.
Follow the guidance carefully during both classroom and in-water sessions to rebuild your skills safely.
Give yourself ample time to review gear and avoid rushing, helping you stay relaxed and focused.
San Diego's coast has been a hub for maritime activities since the 18th century, with rich naval and cultural heritage.
Local dive operators support marine preservation efforts and encourage responsible diving practices to protect San Diego's underwater habitats.
Provides thermal protection during cooler spring dives.
spring specific
Helps track depth and dive time to ensure safe ascent and decompression limits.
Essential for underwater visibility and surface breathing.
Protects skin from sunburn during surface intervals without harming marine ecosystems.
summer specific