Take your first breaths underwater
Whether you're on holiday in Cape Town looking for a fun activity, or maybe you're not sure if you want to commit to a full course, the Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) experience is made for exactly that. Test the waters in our onsite pool at the Krystal Beach Hotel in Gordon's Bay and find out what scuba diving is all about.
Participating in something new can be scary. You can find peace in knowing Just Africa Scuba prides itself on taking good care of our clients. We understand that this is a first-time experience for you and we want to make it a memorable one. Don't be afraid to ask questions, speak up if you're unsure of something, and make sure you enjoy every minute.
What do you need?
Nothing. We provide everything you need for the Discover Scuba Diving experience. Pitch up with your swimming costume, flip-flops, and sunscreen, and we'll cover the rest. I would recommend that the ladies wear long tights as they help to slip into the wetsuit. Tie your hair down in a low ponytail or braids. (This helps with hair being out of the way when putting the hoodie on.) Have a plastic bag at your disposal when it's time to get out of your wetsuit and back into dry clothes; you'll have something to put your wet costume in on your way home.
How does it work?
- First, you need to fill in a medical questionnaire. This is to find out if there is anything we need to be aware of, such as recent surgery, pregnancies, asthma, and other medical concerns.
- Then, you have the opportunity to go through the theory. This entails a short online course to understand the diving safety fundamentals before you get in the water. This is done in your own time before you come to the dive centre for your DSD experience.
- When you arrive for your DSD experience, one of our PADI pros will brief you on scuba gear, what you need, and how it works. We will fit you with scuba gear and make sure you understand everything that has been explained. We also go through the very important dive fundamentals, as well as the hand signals.
- Finally, we get into the water, following your pace and comfort level. Once you've mastered the skill to breathe underwater, our PADI pro will help you become weightless underwater by showing you the basics of buoyancy. You'll practice basic diving skills, followed by free time to swim around and get the hang of it.
- After the extraordinary pool experience, you can decide whether you're interested in exploring the sea with an optional sea dive add-on.
In the sea, you are not expected to repeat the skills except for those needed to be neutrally buoyant. This means that all your energy and time can be focused on discovering the world beneath the waves.
In Cape Town, we wear wetsuits with hoods to retain our body heat. We also stay close to our buddies while diving to ensure we don't get lost. Unbelievable sightings such as octopuses, all sorts of crustaceans, shoals of fish, short-tail stingrays, and an occasional visit from a Cape Fur Seal will convince you that the next step is definitely to get your Open Water Diver Certification.
How long does it take?
Your Discover Scuba Experience can take up to two hours in the pool and up to four hours, should you choose to do the sea dive add-on.
Is it safe?
Yes, this experience is presented in confined water only and especially put together to cater to the novice diver. Just Africa Scuba is an industry partner with Divers Alert Network (DAN) Southern Africa, which means we've got your back in the unlikely event of an emergency.
What are the prerequisites?
Medical requirements - Scuba diving requires a minimum level of health and fitness. Chronic health conditions, certain medications, and/or recent surgery may require you to get written approval from a physician before diving.
The minimum age is 10 years old.
What are some of the benefits of scuba diving?
Need more convincing? Scuba diving is not just a fun, adventurous activity, it's also a huge escape from work and your daily routine. It gives you a short, sweet break from the buzz of everyday life. While scuba diving, it's just you and your buddy weightlessly enjoying nature. Deep breathing while scuba diving promotes relaxation, dispels negative feelings and reduces stress and anxiety.
Now that you know exactly what to expect at a Discover Scuba experience, nothing is holding you back.
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