BSAC Ocean Diver Referral Course
DM Scuba are a certified British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) Training Centre and we've partnered with various BSAC clubs in the South West so you get the best of both worlds!
Learning to scuba dive opens up an exhilarating world of underwater adventure and can be a life-changing experience. If you've joined BSAC and you’re keen to learn to dive, the BSAC’s Ocean Diver course is the place to start. This entry-level open water diver qualification will equip you with the core skills to dive to a maximum of 20 metres in open water, in the UK and abroad with your fellow club divers.
The BSAC Ocean Diver referral course is open to anyone from the age of 12. You’ll just need to demonstrate that you can comfortably swim 200m in a pool, and the only kit you’ll need is a swimsuit and towel we supply everything else.
The BSAC Ocean Diver referral course is open to anyone from the age of 12. You’ll just need to demonstrate that you can comfortably swim 200m in a pool, and the only kit you’ll need is a swimsuit and towel we supply everything else.
Your instructor will start by getting you comfortable breathing underwater in a pool and then develop your skills so that you are competent to dive safely in open water. After that you’ll head off to your club or referring BSAC partner dives centre abroad for at least four dives to develop your skills and confidence in open water.
On your open water diving course, you’ll:
Our ocean diver course is continually assessed. So, after your theory and in-water training and a short exam, you’ll have the grounding to continue your scuba diving journey completing your dives with your club or while on holiday.
All theory is completed via the new eLearning online route, you complete everything at a time to suit you when you like via BSACs online learning portal.
What you’ll be qualified to do as a BSAC Ocean Diver
As a qualified Ocean Diver, you can dive buddied with another Ocean Diver, under the supervision of a Dive Manager – so long as you stick to familiar locations and conditions you have encountered during your training.
Your Ocean Diver certification will be recognised worldwide. That means you will be qualified to use breathing gas mixtures of up to 36 per cent Nitrox to increase your safety on dives (you’ll learn all about Nitrox on the course). Many ‘learn to dive’ courses don’t teach Nitrox or rescue skills, but at BSAC we believe they are important skills to start learning from the start of your scuba journey.
What diving experiences will this open up for me?
At depths of down to 20m, Ocean Divers have plenty of chances to encounter a fascinating variety of wildlife and shipwrecks in seas, rivers, quarries, lochs and lakes.
Imagine finning over a rocky reef teeming with fish and covered in sessile life such as sea squirts, sponges and brightly coloured anemones, spending precious moments watching grey seals at play, or exploring a historic wreck.
On your open water diving course, you’ll:
- Learn how to use basic Scuba gear including your mask and snorkel.
- Control your buoyancy and underwater movements
- Understand your basic scuba diving safety skills – you’ll find out the importance of time, depth and gas.
- Discover how to plan and manage your diving.
Our ocean diver course is continually assessed. So, after your theory and in-water training and a short exam, you’ll have the grounding to continue your scuba diving journey completing your dives with your club or while on holiday.
All theory is completed via the new eLearning online route, you complete everything at a time to suit you when you like via BSACs online learning portal.
What you’ll be qualified to do as a BSAC Ocean Diver
As a qualified Ocean Diver, you can dive buddied with another Ocean Diver, under the supervision of a Dive Manager – so long as you stick to familiar locations and conditions you have encountered during your training.
Your Ocean Diver certification will be recognised worldwide. That means you will be qualified to use breathing gas mixtures of up to 36 per cent Nitrox to increase your safety on dives (you’ll learn all about Nitrox on the course). Many ‘learn to dive’ courses don’t teach Nitrox or rescue skills, but at BSAC we believe they are important skills to start learning from the start of your scuba journey.
What diving experiences will this open up for me?
At depths of down to 20m, Ocean Divers have plenty of chances to encounter a fascinating variety of wildlife and shipwrecks in seas, rivers, quarries, lochs and lakes.
Imagine finning over a rocky reef teeming with fish and covered in sessile life such as sea squirts, sponges and brightly coloured anemones, spending precious moments watching grey seals at play, or exploring a historic wreck.
DM Scuba - Private one-on-one option
Got a holiday booked but forgot to schedule your course?
Are you a little nervous, or maybe you'd just like your very own, personal instructor in the pool just for you?
They why not book a one-on-one with your very own dedicated instructor in the pool with you, completing everything at your pace, want to take your time, not worry about other students watching you, then sign up for the one-on-one!
Our private one-on-one option is proving very popular with people with busy schedules, and could be just what you're looking for! You pick the day and time to suit you!
We can schedule your session on a weekday, evening or a Saturday or Sunday and it's held in a private pool, so we are ready to go when you are.
Our standard "group" one-day confined water bootcamp is not recommended for anyone who is nervous, has learning difficulties or has never tried Scuba before. Choose the private option!
For more information on eLearning Click Here
Got a holiday booked but forgot to schedule your course?
Are you a little nervous, or maybe you'd just like your very own, personal instructor in the pool just for you?
They why not book a one-on-one with your very own dedicated instructor in the pool with you, completing everything at your pace, want to take your time, not worry about other students watching you, then sign up for the one-on-one!
Our private one-on-one option is proving very popular with people with busy schedules, and could be just what you're looking for! You pick the day and time to suit you!
We can schedule your session on a weekday, evening or a Saturday or Sunday and it's held in a private pool, so we are ready to go when you are.
Our standard "group" one-day confined water bootcamp is not recommended for anyone who is nervous, has learning difficulties or has never tried Scuba before. Choose the private option!
For more information on eLearning Click Here
Prices / Options
One Day (Swindon pool)
Referral Course on our scheduled weekend dates
£385
Referral Course on our scheduled weekend dates
£385
Personal, private one-on-one (Swindon pool)
One Day course fully flexible dates
Weekday or weekend at a time to suit you!
£485
These are all inclusive prices, you just need to bring yourself!
12 Months BSAC Membership fees are included in these prices, if you already have your eLearning or BSAC Membership we will reduce the price.
One Day course fully flexible dates
Weekday or weekend at a time to suit you!
£485
These are all inclusive prices, you just need to bring yourself!
12 Months BSAC Membership fees are included in these prices, if you already have your eLearning or BSAC Membership we will reduce the price.
Please feel free to contact us for any further information on 07920 556116 or click on our contact page to send us an email and for details on how to book.