Discover the joy of scuba diving in a safe pool setting in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Perfect for beginners, this guided experience teaches you essential underwater skills with expert instruction.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Basic physical fitness is sufficient; no advanced conditioning required. Participants should be comfortable in water.
Wildlife
History
St. Thomas has a rich maritime history, previously a critical hub for Caribbean trade and seafaring.
Conservation
Local dive operators emphasize reef preservation and eco-friendly practices to protect marine life around the Virgin Islands.
Aqua Marine Dive Center
Discover the joy of scuba diving in a safe pool setting in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. Perfect for beginners, this guided experience teaches you essential underwater skills with expert instruction.
Aqua Marine Dive Center is a dive operator based in St. Thomas, VI, offering guided dives, certification courses, and private charters across the U.S. Virgin Islands. The center runs beginner experiences and full professional-level training, including Open Water Dive Certification, Scuba Diver Certification, Open Water Referral, Rescue Diver Certification, and an Instructor Development Course (IDC).
Instruction and guided trips are delivered by certified instructors and professional guides who lead shore and boat dives, including morning 2-tank dives, sunset and night dives, and pool-based introductions like Try Scuba and Intro to Snorkeling at Limetree Pool. Equipment is provided on certain programs; the Open Water Referral notes provided dive gear and a shorty wetsuit.
For customized outings, Aqua Marine operates a 42-foot custom boat for full-day private charters that include up to three dive or snorkel sites and a lunch stop at a floating restaurant. Short-format options suit limited schedules: the Scuba Diver Certification can be completed in one day, and the Try Scuba pool session runs about 1.5 hours.
The center emphasizes safe, enjoyable underwater experiences and teaches skills from basic breathing in confined water to advanced rescue techniques. Courses align with recognized certification standards and the operation offers both PADI and SSI certification pathways where noted. Aqua Marine Dive Center focuses on local marine environments around St. Thomas to create reliable, well-supported diving and snorkeling experiences for visitors and aspiring professionals. Courses span introductory pool sessions to instructor-level programs, providing clear progression from first dive to professional training.
Location
St Thomas, VI
Caribbean dive destination
Certifications
PADI & SSI
Courses from beginner to instructor
Tours Offered
11 Trips
Dives, courses, charters, snorkel
Private Charter
42-ft custom boat
Private full-day itineraries
Reserve a morning 2-tank trip, Try Scuba session, certification course, or a private full-day charter aboard a 42-foot custom boat.
Arrive Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before your session to stay hydrated and avoid dehydration while using scuba gear.
Wear Comfortable Swimwear
Choose swimwear that fits well under diving gear to ensure maximum comfort during the pool session.
Listen Closely to Your Instructor
Pay close attention to instructions and practice safety skills carefully to get the most out of your experience.
Avoid Heavy Meals Before Diving
Eat a light meal a couple of hours before the session to prevent discomfort while underwater.
Swimsuit
Comfortable swimwear is necessary for ease of movement underwater.
Towel
Useful for drying off after your pool dive session.
Reef-safe Sunscreen
Protect your skin from UV exposure while outdoors before and after your dive in the sun.
summer
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is important during and after your scuba experience.