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Dive Into Confidence: SCUBA Refresher Course in Hilo, Hawaii - Hilo

Dive Into Confidence: SCUBA Refresher Course in Hilo, Hawaii

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5 hours

Fitness Level

Basic physical fitness is recommended to comfortably perform SCUBA skills and manage equipment underwater.

Overview

Ready to dive again? This 1.5-hour SCUBA refresher course in Hilo’s heated indoor pool helps certified divers regain essential skills and confidence before exploring Hawaii’s vibrant reefs. Join expert instructors for a safe, focused refresher and get ready to dive into adventure!

Hilo, Hawaii

SCUBA Refresher Course

Ages 10+ • 1.5 hours refresher in our heated indoor pool

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About This Adventure

Dive back into adventure with our quick SCUBA refresher course! In just 1.5 hours, you'll practice essential skills with experienced instructors, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Afterward, explore Hilo's stunning dive sites with a shore or boat dive, making this a perfect opportunity for both beginners and seasoned divers!

SCUBA Refresher Course Details

Duration

  • 1.5 hours of pool training

Prerequisites

  • Must be 10 years old
  • Must be a Certified Diver

Description

Get yourself back into underwater world with our quick SCUBA refresher course! Only taking about 1.5 hours to complete, why not go for a dive right after refreshing your skills! Hilo has a lot of fantastic dive sites to choose from, for beginners and advanced divers, so why not book a shore or boat dive right afterwards! Our experienced divemasters and instructors will make sure you have a safe and fun experience during and after your refresher!

The SCUBA refresher course consists of practice assembling your gear, predive safety checks, mask removal and replacement, emergency weight drop, neutral buoyancy and hovering, and alternate air source use and ascent, and any other underwater skills you want to practice!

Please Note

If you do not finish your eLearning and paperwork, you will not receive a new certification card until it is complete. If you do not complete your paperwork before attending it will come out of your class time and will be an extra $50 to make up for the wasted time.

Policies

  1. Students must show up at least 30 minutes prior to course departure fully prepared (eLearning, PADI Medical and Liability paperwork, and Hilo Ocean Adventures student learning agreement completed), otherwise students will be subject to a $50 make-up fee or a $100 rescheduling fee if you are not medically fit to dive.
  2. Students can not reschedule more than 24hrs in advance or it will be a $100 rescheduling fee.*
  3. Certification courses are not refundable, if you miss your course within your stay, you have one year to reschedule. Otherwise your course will no longer be valid.

This fee can be waived for circumstances out of the student's control.

Adventure Tips

Complete eLearning Before Arrival

Finish all required PADI eLearning and paperwork before the session to avoid extra fees and maximize your pool time.

Arrive Early Prepared

Show up at least 30 minutes before your session fully prepared to ensure a smooth start and complete refresher.

Practice Neutral Buoyancy

Focus on honing your buoyancy skills during the pool session to improve your underwater control and comfort.

Check Medical Fitness

Ensure you are medically cleared to dive to avoid last-minute rescheduling fees and stay safe throughout your dives.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle
  • Colorful reef fish such as Butterflyfish and Parrotfish

History

Hilo is known for its cultural significance to native Hawaiians and its proximity to active volcanic zones shaping the underwater landscape.

Conservation

Hilo Ocean Adventures actively promotes reef-safe diving practices and supports local marine conservation efforts to minimize ecosystem impact.

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Adventure Hotspots in Hilo

Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Mask and Snorkel

Essential

Your personal mask provides a comfortable and clear view underwater, essential for skill practice.

Wetsuit

Essential

A wetsuit keeps you warm during both pool refresher and actual dives in Hilo’s waters.

Fins

Essential

Fins improve mobility and efficiency underwater, important during skill drills and ocean dives.

Dive Computer or Watch

Track your dive time and depth safely when you transition to ocean dives after the refresher.