Ready to push your diving limits? The Intro to Tech course in Norfolk, Virginia, equips certified divers with advanced skills in buoyancy and gear setup through hands-on pool and open water training. Dive deeper into technical mastery with expert guidance.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2–3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical health with prior diving experience comfortable in pool and ocean environments.
Wildlife
History
Norfolk’s maritime legacy dates back centuries, with its naval base and shipwrecks adding rich context to underwater exploration.
Conservation
Kraken Charters emphasizes sustainable dive practices to protect fragile coral and marine ecosystems in Norfolk’s waters.
Kraken Charters - Virginia Beach
Ready to push your diving limits? The Intro to Tech course in Norfolk, Virginia, equips certified divers with advanced skills in buoyancy and gear setup through hands-on pool and open water training. Dive deeper into technical mastery with expert guidance.
Kraken Charters - Virginia Beach operates out of Norfolk, Virginia, offering guided dive charters, shared fishing trips, and scuba training. The operation runs walk-on dive charters to sites such as the Cuyahoga and Brass Spike with depths from 50 to 130 feet and a maximum of six divers per trip. Fishing options include shared inshore, offshore, and wreck charters ranging from 4 to 12 hours and, on offshore trips, travel of over 35 miles to the continental shelf. Captain Tom leads shared fishing charters that target species like cobia, drum, Spanish mackerel, yellowfin tuna, marlin, tautog, black sea bass, triggerfish, and flounder. Training and certification offerings include Open Water Scuba classes (ages 10+), Nitrox, Advanced Nitrox and Decompression Procedures, Intro to Tech, and Solo Diver courses. Many courses combine e-learning, classroom instruction, pool practice, and open water dives; some require personal gear and prior certification. Shared and walk-on formats make bookings accessible for solo anglers, small groups, and individual divers seeking guided experiences. Safety and skills development are emphasized through small group sizes, structured instruction, and experienced guidance. All shared fishing trips provide gear; divers are expected to bring required personal equipment when specified.
Kraken Charters - Virginia Beach serves recreational and technical divers as well as anglers on the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia Beach oceanfront, providing locally focused maritime experiences designed for maximum enjoyment, skill building, and safe exploration of regional wrecks and offshore waters. Booking information and current schedules are available online or by phone and email contact.
Location
Norfolk, Virginia
Operating in the Virginia Beach area.
Max Divers
6 divers
Small group guided dives.
Trip Durations
4–12 hours
Shared trips range 4–12 hours.
Courses Offered
Multiple scuba courses
From Open Water to technical training.
Reserve a seat on walk-on charters or enroll in scuba training — check schedules, availability, and course prerequisites now.
Ensure Your Gear is Dive-Ready
Check and prepare your personal diving equipment thoroughly before the course to maximize comfort and safety during training.
Stay Hydrated During Training
Keep water nearby especially during classroom and pool sessions to stay alert and focused.
Review Open Water Dive Site Conditions
Consult local dive briefings to anticipate current, visibility, and temperature for your open water dives in Norfolk.
Prepare for Extended Sessions
Be ready for several hours of combined classroom and practical sessions; good rest the night before helps maintain energy.
Technical Diving Regulator
A reliable regulator designed for complex gas mixtures and extended dives is crucial for this advanced course.
Dive Computer with Decompression Capability
Tracks your dive profile and manages decompression limits during technical dives.
Exposure Suit (3/2 mm or thicker wetsuit or drysuit)
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Backup Cutting Tool
A safety tool for entanglement scenarios which are more common in technical diving environments.