Fall scuba classes
The information in this article is from 2017 but gives a great idea of what you can expect!
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For those uncomfortable with meeting for face to face instruction on classroom days, e-learning will be available.
Pool skills must be done in person. You must attend all sessions to complete class (make-ups scheduled on an as needed basis)
Pool skills must be done in person. You must attend all sessions to complete class (make-ups scheduled on an as needed basis)
Registration begins Aug 23rd, 2021
Altoona Campus Class (Saturday mornings)
Classroom sessionsClassroom sessions are held at the dive shop:
9289 Swanson Blvd. Clive, IA 50325 Dates: Sept 11th: 10:00am - 1:00pm Sept 25th: 10:00am - 1:00pm E-Learning is available to take the place of the classroom portion for anyone uncomfortable with/unavailable for learning in person. |
Pool sessionsPool Sessions are held at the Altoona Campus Pool:
1500 8th Street SW. Altoona, IA 50089 Dates: Sept 18th: 10:30am - 1:00pm Oct 2nd: 10:30am - 1:00pm Oct 9th: 10:30am - 1:00pm Oct 16th: 10:30am - 1:00pm *Oct 23rd: 10:30am - 1:00pm *date may not be necessary |
Cost: $475.00
Ages: 10 and up
Must register at STC Dive Center during normal business hours. In person or Phone call registration accepted.
Mask, Fins, and Snorkel are required for the first pool session. They may be purchased at the dive shop or elsewhere.
Cost includes all necessary gear for pool sessions (except mask, fins, and snorkel) and textbook.
Upon course completion 4 open water dives must be completed to receive a certification. The open water dives can be completed with us or on a regularly scheduled vacation.
Ages: 10 and up
Must register at STC Dive Center during normal business hours. In person or Phone call registration accepted.
Mask, Fins, and Snorkel are required for the first pool session. They may be purchased at the dive shop or elsewhere.
Cost includes all necessary gear for pool sessions (except mask, fins, and snorkel) and textbook.
Upon course completion 4 open water dives must be completed to receive a certification. The open water dives can be completed with us or on a regularly scheduled vacation.
General Scuba Class Info
Upon completion of the course there is an open water diving experience required to become fully certified. This is scheduled after the course is completed or a referral letter can be issued. See your instructor for more information about this.
After all coursework and open water requirements have been completed you will receive your Scuba Educators International (SEI) certification. We offer the option of also receiving a National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI) certification card but extra coursework and fees will apply. Certification cards from both agencies and wall certificates can be purchased at an additional fee.
Skills Covered During Class
After all coursework and open water requirements have been completed you will receive your Scuba Educators International (SEI) certification. We offer the option of also receiving a National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI) certification card but extra coursework and fees will apply. Certification cards from both agencies and wall certificates can be purchased at an additional fee.
Skills Covered During Class
- Proper care of equipment
- Mask and Snorkel clearing
- Assembling and Disassembling SCUBA equipment
- Regulator clearing
- Octopus breathing
- Basic diver rescue & handling emergency situations
- and much much more!