Water Activities with Kraken Charters - Virginia Beach
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
2–3 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical condition, comfortable with swimming, and have basic diving experience.
Overview
Enhance your diving skills with Kraken Charters’ Rescue Diver course in Virginia Beach. Perfect for divers of all levels, it combines expert instruction with stunning Atlantic waters.
Rescue Diver
From $545.90 • Group Class
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About This Adventure
Enhance your diving expertise with the Rescue Diver course, designed for certified divers aged 15 and older. This immersive experience combines e-learning, classroom instruction, pool sessions, and open water dives, equipping you with essential rescue and self-rescue skills to confidently handle diving emergencies. Elevate your diving safety and knowledge today!
Price from $545.90
Must hold a SCUBA diver certification.
The Rescue Diver course can develop rescue skills and self-rescue skills to manage risks and handle diving emergencies and rescues. Includes textbook, instruction, and certification card.
Student Pre-Requisites:
Ages 15 years and older. Must have a Advanced Certification or equivalent, CPR and First Aid certifications, and all personal gear.
Includes: e-learning, classroom, pool session and open water dives. Quarry/Boat fees not includes. Must have own gear and have a bail-out bottle.
For private classes there is an additional fee to include instructor expenses.
Adventure Tips
Prior experience required
Participants must be certified Open Water Divers before enrolling.
Bring comfortable gear
Pack your dive equipment, including mask, fins, and wetsuit for pool and open water sessions.
Check weather conditions
Weather can impact open water dives, so monitor forecasted conditions beforehand.
Plan for certification paperwork
Ensure your certification cards and health releases are ready for registration.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Dolphins
- Sea turtles
History
Virginia Beach has a maritime history dating back to the 17th century, with a long tradition of ocean-based recreation imbued into its community.
Conservation
Kraken Charters emphasizes eco-friendly practices, including waste reduction and marine habitat preservation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
wetsuit
A wetsuit helps maintain body warmth during water dives.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
mask and snorkel set
Clear vision and breathing underwater make dives more enjoyable and safe.
diving fins
Fins improve swimming efficiency during open water exercises.
diving gloves
Protect hands in colder water conditions, especially during winter courses.
winter specific