Hartlepool Divers can deliver a full range of BSAC Diver Training Courses, respected around the world for it's depth and quality, with courses delivered within the club environment to suit members
Training is carried out on Monday evenings at Billingham Forum and Sundays and Thursdays at the Clubhouse
The Ocean Diver Course teaches the relevant knowledge and skills for for no-decompression stop diving to a maximum depth of 20m.
This course consists of theory instruction (with a choice of face to face, or online theory lessons), sheltered water training in a swimming pool, and open water training.
The Ocean Diver course differs from other agencies similar courses by including the use of Nitrox as a breathing gas, Buddy Rescue techniques and even Dry Suit Training at no extra cost.
The Sport Diver course expands upon the skills gained as an Ocean Diver, and the experience built up to develop the necessary practical diving and rescue skills to dive safely and competently with a buddy of similar or greater experience/qualification to a maximum depth of 35m and carry out dives involving decompression stops and using Nitrox.
A Sport Diver is also able to begin training as an instructor through the Instructor Foundation Course (IFC)
Here you will find an up to date outline of training available to members