Water is the great equalizer. It allows freedom of motion without the impact of gravity. Our goal is to improve the quality of life of people with disabilities by providing opportunities to actively participate in a mainstream sport.

We offer two programs. The first is Adaptive Try SCUBA.

 

Here is your chance to try SCUBA diving in a controlled setting. We keep our groups small so we can have a 2:1 ratio of dive professionals to participant. This is for ages 12 and up with physical challenges.

To sign up:

 

 

While we can certify many people with disabilities, it is not a given that every person with a disability can get certified. Scuba diving is done in an unforgiving environment which puts all people at some risk. This risk can increases for a person with altered abilities, as well as the staff and trainers of scuba. We will do everything we can to find a successful and safe method to help you reach your goals!

Prerequisites: We will need information and a conversation with each participant about capabilities and limitations. A medical must be signed prior to water sessions. You must have a comfort level in the water and reasonable physical endurance E-learning must be completed prior to class

What you need to provide: Swimsuit & towel (socks recommended). Leggings and rash guards may be helpful in decreasing risk of abrasions to areas with decreased sensation as well as assisting with donning a wetsuit You will need your own mask, snorkel, booties and fins (if appropriate). We can assist you with those items and purchases. An assistant, if you require assistance with personal care dressing, bathroom or medical treatment.

Open Water Scuba Diver- Level A Cost $550

This class would be conducted along with our typical scuba class. Any class schedule is an option. This level would be for person who need minimal assistance from a buddy or dive professional. You may need assistance with entry and exit. Or assistance with lifting and donning scuba gear but are capable of doing most other skills independently. Examples of limitations, but not exclusions: Amputee, PTSD, hemiplegia, hearing impaired.

Open Water Scuba Diver- Level B Cost $650

This class can be private or part of a scheduled adaptive scuba class. This level requires 1 HSA Buddy (and the buddy needs a buddy) to always dive with participant and assist with skills to maintain safety. This level may require a slower pace and several more pool sessions. Examples of limitations but not exclusions: Paraplegia with minimal upper body limitations, TBI with minimal cognitive effects, Autism, Blindness, Bilateral leg amputee.

Open Water Scuba Diver- Level C Cost $750

This class can be private or part of a scheduled adaptive scuba class. This level requires 1 HSA Buddy, 1 dive leader (and the buddy needs a buddy) to always dive with participant and assist provide skills to maintain safety. This level will require a slower pace and several more pool sessions. Examples of limitations but not exclusions: Quadriplegia with upper body immobility, any upper body immobility or bilateral arm amputee.  

 

To sign up for our next Adaptive Open Water course: