Learn the core scuba skills in a two-hour pool session at the Bayside Inn in Key Largo. This prerequisite class prepares you for an optional open-water reef dive and includes equipment use and hands-on instructor guidance.
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The chlorine edge of the hotel pool gives way to a different salt — the Atlantic calling just beyond the mangroves. Instructors at the Bayside Inn Key Largo guide small groups through regulator drills and buoyancy basics in shallow water, turning first breaths underwater from awkward to deliberate.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic swimming comfort and the ability to move comfortably in shallow water; suitable for most fitness levels.
Wildlife
History
Key Largo sits on fossilized coral and shell; John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, established in 1963, was the nation’s first undersea park and helped popularize reef conservation.
Conservation
Operators emphasize no-touch rules and reef-safe products; limiting boat anchor damage and using designated moorings helps protect fragile coral communities.
Reserve your spot on the Discover Scuba Diving Course Pool Training Session in Key Largo. today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring photo ID and printed waiver
Check-in requires ID and completion of a medical questionnaire; arrive 15 minutes early to avoid delays.
Medical clearance if needed
If you have heart, respiratory, or recent spinal issues, get a doctor’s approval before booking.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply mineral-based sunscreen before and after the pool session to protect local coral when you head to the reef.
Hydrate and eat lightly
Drink water and have a small snack beforehand—heavy meals can cause discomfort during training drills.
Swimsuit
Wear under a wetsuit or on its own for pool drills.
Towel and change of clothes
Dry off and stay warm after the session to avoid chill and stay comfortable.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects both your skin and the reef if you join an open-water dive afterward.
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Refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated helps prevent ear and sinus discomfort while diving.