Spring scuba/snorkeling classes
The information in this article is from 2017 but gives a great idea of what you can expect!
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Summer scuba classes
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.
Pool skills must be done in person.
Classroom sessionsClassroom sessions are held at the dive shop:
9289 Swanson Blvd. Clive, IA 50325 Dates: July 10th: 10:00am - 1:00pm July 24th: 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: July 17th: 10:30am - 1:00pm July 31st: 10:30am - 1:00pm July 7th: 10:30am - 1:00pm July 14th: 10:30am - 1:00pm *July 21st: 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.
Registration begins July 21st, 2021
Classroom Sessions |
pool sessions |
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Classroom sessions are held at the dive shop:
9289 Swanson Blvd. Clive, IA 50325 Dates: July 2021-Aug 2021 E-Learning is available to take the place of the classroom portion for anyone uncomfortable with/unavailable for learning in person. |
Pool Sessions are held at the Baymont Inn and Suites:
6221 Willow Creek Ave. Des Moines, IA 50321 Dates: July 2021- Aug 2021 |
Cost: $525.00
Ages: 10 and up
Registration TBD.
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
Registration TBD.
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!
Dates: NOT AVAILABLE DURING 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR DUE TO COVID-19.
WILL RESUME PRIVATE LESSONS SUMMER 2021
WILL RESUME PRIVATE LESSONS SUMMER 2021