easy
3–4 hours
Participants should be in moderate physical shape to handle pool sessions and basic SCUBA skills comfortably.
Reignite your passion for diving with a private refresher course in Monterey. Gain confidence and refresh essential SCUBA skills before your next marine adventure.
Refresh your scuba skills!
Dive back into the underwater world with our comprehensive refresher course! Perfect for those looking to hone their skills, this experience includes classroom instruction, pool practice, and essential techniques. Reacquaint yourself with SCUBA gear and gain confidence before your next ocean adventure, ensuring a safe and enjoyable dive experience.
The payment of Course Fees guarantees TRAINING, not necessarily certification. Certification is EARNED only by successfully meeting all applicable standards and objectives.
COSTS: 1 Student - $300 2 Students - $280/each 3 Students - $260/each 4 Students - $240/each Includes:
ADD ON: 1 Ocean Skills Dive 1 Diver - $200 2-4 Divers - $150/each
DURATION:
OBJECTIVE: Has it been a while since you were last diving? Are you looking to work on your underwater skills before hitting the ocean?
TECHNIQUES/SKILLS:
We begin with a thorough review of setting up and checking equipment, followed by buddy checks. Then we don our wetsuits and hop in the pool to practice everything from the basics of mask and regulator clearings, to surface procedures, descents/ascents, neutral buoyancy, and emergency protocols. We also review exits/entries, and the breakdown and care of equipment. This is your opportunity to get reacquainted with this gear intensive sport and comfortable underwater so that you can properly enjoy yourself out in the open ocean.
DIVER PRE-REQS:
Open Water Diver Certification or higher
15 years or older (parent/guardian release is required)
Any participant under the age of 18 will REQUIRE:
Gap in diving or refreshers not more than 5 years
DIVER RECOMMENDATIONS:
GEAR REQUIREMENTS:
GEAR RECOMMENDED:
If you are bringing your own equipment, please have everything properly fitted and assembled BEFORE class as there will NOT be time available to fit/configure it during the session. Also please remember, regulators, alternates, and airsources should be serviced within the last 2 years.
Drink plenty of water before starting your refresher to avoid dehydration, which can affect your dive performance.
Bring your diver certification card to ensure eligibility and a smooth registration process for the refresher course.
Choose easy-to-remove clothes for pool practice and classroom sessions to stay comfortable throughout the refresher.
Inform your instructor about any recent medical issues to guarantee a safe and tailored refresher experience.
Monterey has a rich maritime history as a former tuna fishing capital and was California’s first capital city.
Bamboo Reef supports sustainable diving by promoting responsible marine wildlife interaction and reducing single-use plastics.
A wetsuit keeps you warm and comfortable during cooler water refresher sessions.
spring specific
Essential for underwater visibility and breathing on the surface.
To track your refresher course details and future dives.
Protects your skin during surface intervals and beach time.
summer specific