Pool Refresher and ReActivate Course in Monterey: Sharpen Your Dive Skills Safely
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic fitness adequate; focus is skill refreshment rather than endurance
Overview
Ease back into scuba diving with the Pool Refresher/ReActivate Course in Monterey. Review essential skills in a warm pool setting that prepares you for the thrilling open-water dive sites of California's central coast.
Pool Refresher/ReActivate Course
2 Hours • Certified Divers
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About This Adventure
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Duration
2 Hours
About
Update your dive skills and knowledge with a quick scuba refresher from the PADI Open Water Diver Course before jumping back into the water.
If you haven't been in the water in the past 6-12 months, we recommend you do a refresher dive with us. If it has been over a year since you last dove, we recommend doing the ReActivate program where you update your dive knowledge and review basic scuba skills.
More Info
Please note, equipment rental is not included in your dive package. After adding a dive or class to your cart, if you aren't bringing equipment of your own, check out our rentals page and load up!
We have no age restrictions to our dives, but divers must be certified and must enter their certification information prior to confirming their reservation.
Be sure to bring snacks, lots of drinking water, towel, sunscreen, and bathing suit
Important Information
There is a required deposit you will pay in order to reserve your dive. The remaining balance must be paid directly to your instructor at the time of the course. Payments can be made in cash, Venmo, or money transfer.
Adventure Tips
Stay hydrated before and after session
Drinking water helps prevent dehydration which can affect diving performance and safety.
Arrive with your dive gear ready
Bring your personal equipment cleaned and prepped to maximize pool time efficiency.
Review your medical clearance
Ensure your health status supports diving, especially if you’ve had recent illnesses or conditions.
Practice relaxation techniques
Controlled breathing and relaxation reduce anxiety and improve buoyancy control underwater.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- California sea otters
- Harbor seals
History
Monterey Bay has been a center for marine research and conservation since the establishment of the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Marine Sanctuary in the late 20th century.
Conservation
Diving tours and refresher programs emphasize sustainable practices to protect fragile marine ecosystems along the California coast.
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Adventure Hotspots in Monterey
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Mask and snorkel
Personal mask fit is important for comfort and safety during pool practice.
Regulator and buoyancy control device
Using your own equipment during training ensures familiarity underwater.
Swimsuit or dive skin
Worn under wetsuits to maximize comfort in pool environments.
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Towel and change of clothes
Needed for drying off and staying warm post-session.
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