Discover Scuba in Key West: 1-Day Resort Course
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in general good health with basic swimming ability and no major respiratory or heart conditions.
Overview
Get ready to explore Key West’s underwater beauty with Southpoint Divers. This 1-Day Discover SCUBA course is perfect for beginners eager to try diving in warm, crystal-clear waters.
Discover Scuba - 1-Day Resort Course
8 Hours • No Experience Necessary! • Must know basic swimming skills
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About This Adventure
Dive into adventure with our Discover SCUBA Course! In just one day, learn essential diving skills in a safe environment before exploring a stunning reef with a professional instructor. Experience the thrill of breathing underwater and encounter vibrant marine life, creating unforgettable memories in the breathtaking underwater world.
Never been diving but want to give it a try? No time to get certified on this visit? Try our Discover SCUBA Course and do it in one day!
No Experience Necessary!
• Must be able to swim • If there is a yes on the medical form you must get a doctors note.
About
Your morning confined water instruction session is an introduction to the skills of diving where you’ll put on SCUBA gear, learn the basics of diving and practice breathing underwater.
In the afternoon, you’ll go out and dive the reef with an instructor for an experience of a lifetime!
Includes
- The instruction session
- All equipment
- 2 guided dives on the shallow reef
Everything you need to dive in a day is included!
Availability
- Everyday at 8AM and 9:30AM
Duration
- 8 Hours
Address
606 Front Street Key West, FL 33040
Adventure Tips
Hydrate Before Your Dive
Drinking plenty of water helps prevent dehydration, which can increase the risk of decompression sickness.
Arrive Early for Orientation
Show up 30 minutes early to complete paperwork and get comfortable with the gear and instructors.
Apply Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin and the marine environment by using sunscreen that doesn’t harm coral reefs.
Avoid Alcohol Before the Dive
Refrain from consuming alcohol 12 hours prior to diving to ensure safety and optimal physical condition.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Green sea turtles
- Colorful parrotfish
History
Key West hosts one of the oldest coral reef ecosystems in the continental U.S., vital to local fishing and tourism.
Conservation
Southpoint Divers promotes eco-friendly diving by encouraging reef-safe products and respectful underwater behavior.
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Adventure Hotspots in Key West
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects your skin and helps preserve the delicate coral reef ecosystems.
summer specific
Swimsuit
Wear a comfortable swimsuit suitable for water activities and quick drying.
summer specific
Towel
Useful for drying off after your dives and relaxing between sessions.
Lightweight Rash Guard
Provides extra sun protection and a bit of warmth in cooler waters.
spring specific