Difficulty

easy

Duration

2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for individuals in general good health and basic physical fitness; no prior experience required.

Overview

Ready to breathe underwater for the first time? Try SCUBA on Bainbridge Island offers a friendly, beginner-focused introduction to diving in a safe pool environment. Perfect for those curious about the underwater world before taking the plunge into certification.

Bainbridge Island, Washington

Try SCUBA

$99.99 per Person | Ages 10+

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Date

Fri, Oct 17

Travelers

2

Adventure Photos

About This Adventure

Dive into adventure with this thrilling 2-hour SCUBA experience! Perfect for beginners, you'll learn essential skills like donning your gear and achieving buoyancy in a safe pool environment. Discover the joy of breathing underwater and see if SCUBA diving is your next passion before committing to certification.

Online booking suggested

Rates

Person - $99.99 must be 10 years of age or older

About

Dreaming of exploring the underwater environment of the Puget Sound (or somewhere more tropical) but don't know where to start, or if you'd even like SCUBA diving?

Come experience the excitement and thrill of breathing underwater on SCUBA equipment in a safe, controlled environment!

In this 2 hour class you will learn essential skills such as donning your SCUBA unit, clearing your mask, attaining neutral buoyancy and most importantly how to be safe and have a great time while diving within the confines of the pool.

This is the perfect way to try out and experience SCUBA to see that you love it before enrolling in the Open Water Certification Course.

This experience meets at either the Bainbridge Aquatic Center all necessary gear & instruction is provided. Minimum age is 10 and participants must be able to swim one length (25m) of the pool.

Duration

1.5 Hours

Adventure Tips

Stay Relaxed and Breathe Slowly

Maintaining calm, steady breaths helps control buoyancy and enhances comfort during your first dives.

Wear Proper Swimwear Underneath Gear

Choose a comfortable swimsuit or wetsuit to ensure ease of movement and thermal comfort in the pool.

Listen Closely to Instructors

Follow all guidance carefully to learn essential SCUBA skills and safety protocols.

Hydrate Before Your Session

Drinking water before diving helps prevent dehydration and reduces fatigue.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Harbor seals
Bald eagles

History

Bainbridge Island has a rich maritime heritage, historically home to Native American tribes and later becoming a strategic naval location during WWII.

Conservation

The dive operators emphasize eco-friendly practices like no-touch policies on marine life and using sustainable gear to protect local underwater ecosystems.