Discover Scuba Diving with Key Largo Dive Center in Florida
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours (pool session) + optional dive trip
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness recommended—comfortable swimming skills helpful but not required
Overview
Kickstart your underwater adventure with Key Largo Dive Center’s Discover Scuba program. Learn essential skills in a pool before heading out to explore vibrant coral reefs and historic wrecks, perfect for first-time divers. Dive into a world of marine wonder right off Florida’s coast.
PADI Discover Scuba Diving
2 hours
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About This Adventure
Dive into adventure with the PADI Discover Scuba program! In just two hours, you'll learn essential scuba skills in a pool, guided by a certified instructor. Successfully complete the training and you can opt for an exciting dive trip to explore vibrant coral reefs or intriguing wrecks, all under expert supervision.
The PADI Discover Scuba program is designed as an introduction to Scuba.
Duration
2 hours
About
The 2-3 hour course is planned to allow you the opportunity to train in the pool for a few hours, then participate in a optional dive boat trip either later that same day or the next day. During the course and optional boat dives you will be under the continued guidance of a certified scuba instructor.
The course starts out pool-side with a brief training session to demonstrate proper equipment usage, safety procedures, and explain basic scuba procedures and skills. Next you will progress to the shallow pool where your instructor will demonstrate basic safety skills that you need to know for safe diving.
Upon successful accomplishment of the skills you will be approved to progress to the optional next step - joining a dive boat trip to the local reefs or shallow wrecks accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a certified Scuba Instructor. Note that this is not a scuba certification course and you will not receive any certification, and you may only dive under the direct supervision of an Instructor or Divemaster.
Course includes complimentary use of all required scuba gear during training. This course is for the pool session with an instructor only and does not include any subsequent dive boat trips which are available separately. Minimum age 12 years to participate.
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before and after your dive to stay hydrated and help your body recover from exertion.
Book in Advance
Reserve your spot early, especially during peak seasons, as the program is popular among visitors.
Follow Instructor Directions
Pay close attention to your instructor’s guidelines to ensure safety and fun during your pool and dive sessions.
Use Sun Protection
Apply reef-safe sunscreen if you're outdoors before or after your dive to protect marine environments.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea turtles
- Queen angelfish
History
Key Largo was the first island in the Florida Keys to be developed for tourism, with a rich history in maritime navigation and diving culture.
Conservation
Key Largo Dive Center emphasizes environmentally responsible diving practices, supporting reef preservation and marine cleanup efforts.