Discover the thrill of underwater exploration with the PADI Scuba Diver course at Sarasota’s Tarpoon Lagoon Dive Center. Perfect for beginners eager to dive into marine life, this adventure offers a safe, guided introduction to scuba diving in Florida’s warm Gulf waters.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
½ day
Fitness Level
Participants should be in reasonable health, with no serious medical conditions
Wildlife
History
Sarasota’s coastal waters have been a hub for fishing and sea trade since the early 1900s.
Conservation
The dive center emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including reef preservation and marine life protection.
Tarpoon Lagoon Dive Center
Discover the thrill of underwater exploration with the PADI Scuba Diver course at Sarasota’s Tarpoon Lagoon Dive Center. Perfect for beginners eager to dive into marine life, this adventure offers a safe, guided introduction to scuba diving in Florida’s warm Gulf waters.
Tarpoon Lagoon Dive Center is a PADI-affiliated dive center based in Hialeah, Florida. The center offers a range of PADI courses and guided trips designed for beginners through advanced divers.
Courses offered include PADI Open Water Diver, PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, PADI Scuba Diver, PADI Enriched Air Diver, and Discover Scuba Diving / Re-Activate Refresher Course. The PADI Open Water Diver course requires no prior experience and certifies participants to dive independently up to 60 feet. The PADI Scuba Diver course is tailored for those short on time and allows dives to a maximum depth of 12 meters. The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course includes five dives over two days and requires choosing three Adventure Dives such as deep diving and underwater navigation. The PADI Enriched Air Diver specialty covers nitrox procedures with online learning, practical tasks, and optional dives. The Discover Scuba Diving / Re-Activate Refresher combines pool training and ocean dives in a single day with expert instruction.
Tarpoon Lagoon also runs guided Miami Beach Dive & Snorkel trips that explore coral reefs and wreck sites, with options for certified divers, beginners, and snorkelers. The Miami Beach trips operate roughly 30 minutes offshore. Tarpoon Lagoon Dive Center is featured on The Adventure Collective and lists its set of PADI courses and Miami Beach excursions as its core offerings.
Course formats vary by program and include online learning modules, classroom review, confined-water or pool sessions, and open-water ocean dives where specified in each course description and schedules.
Location
Hialeah, FL
Serving the Miami area
PADI Courses
Multiple PADI Courses
Open Water to Advanced specialties
Miami Beach Trips
30 min offshore
Reefs and wreck sites access
Same-day Intro
Discover Scuba in 1 day
Pool and ocean training combined
Check available dates for PADI courses and Miami Beach dive & snorkel trips and secure a spot on the next outing.
Book in advance
Secure your spot early, especially during peak season, to ensure availability.
Check equipment
Make sure your gear fits properly and is in good condition for a safe dive.
Stay hydrated
Drink plenty of water before diving to prevent dehydration.
Follow safety instructions
Listen carefully to your instructor and adhere to all safety protocols during your dive.
Wetsuit
Provides thermal protection and buoyancy during dives.
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Mask and snorkel
Helps you see clearly underwater and breathe comfortably.
Fins
Enables efficient movement through the water.
Dive computer
Helps monitor depth and dive time to ensure safety.