Scuba Diving Rutland

Scuba Diving Courses in Oakham

Discover the thrill of scuba diving in Oakham with Dive Rutland. Our comprehensive scuba diving courses, taught by experienced SSI and PADI instructors, cater to all levels—from beginners eager to take their first breath underwater to advanced divers looking to enhance their skills.  Whether you’re pursuing an Open Water Diver certification or interested in advancing your training through PADI or SSI, our Oakham location offers the perfect blend of expert guidance and exciting underwater exploration.

Dive Rutland is bringing their high-quality, customer-focused training to the Oakham area, emphasizing high quality, individually tailored training and philosophy. We believe in molding you into the best diver you can be, the one that stands out in the crowd for your high levels of skill and competence.

Be the diver that others aspire to be and not the one that they avoid.

Our pool session(s) are on Saturday evenings from 18:00 - 20:00, with a meet at the Dive Centre prior (this time will be confirmed when you book).  The time at the Dive Centre is spent on various activities depending on which course you are undertaking but for all first session this will involve introducing you to your instructor, the dive equipment you will be using in the pool, a safety briefing and the evenings activities.  During non term time then we have a pool session available on a Thursday from 19:00 - 21:00.

Oakham Swimming Pool Address:

Oakham Leisure Centre: 
Oakham School
Oakham, Rutland
LE15 6DT

Swimming Pool Details: Our Oakham location features a 25m indoor pool, ideal for all your diving training needs. This facility is perfect for conducting a wide range of diving courses, including all PADI and SSI offerings, as well as specialty programmes like the SSI Explorers, Bubblemaker, SSI Master Explorers, SSI Scuba Skills and the PADI reActivate program.

Dive into Adventure with Dive Rutland Oakham

Join the vibrant diving community at Dive Rutland Oakham. Our scuba diving center in Oakham is not just a training facility but your gateway to underwater adventures and marine conservation.  Dive into Oakham’s dynamic waters with our eco-friendly practices and explore diverse marine environments safely and responsibly. Start your diving journey with us in Oakham and become part of a community that cherishes the ocean’s wonders. Our highly qualified, friendly, and knowledgeable staff will assist you in achieving your scuba diving goals at every level, from introductions to scuba diving through to technical courses.

 

 

Scuba Diving Oakham

Try Scuba Oakham

Experience Your First Breath Underwater in Oakham

Embark on your first underwater adventure with Dive Rutland's "Try Scuba In Oakham" programme, perfectly designed for newcomers to the world of scuba diving. Whether you're taking your first breath underwater or refreshing your skills, our sessions provide a safe, enjoyable, and informative introduction.

  • SSI Try Scuba: Experience the unique sensation of breathing underwater without a full certification commitment. Ideal for newcomers, this introductory dive is conducted in controlled environments like pools or calm shallow waters, ensuring safety and comfort.
  • SSI Explorers Programme: Tailored for young divers, this programme introduces basic scuba skills in a fun, safe environment. Children learn about underwater breathing and basic diving techniques, paving the way for a lifelong passion for diving.
  • SSI Master Explorers Programme: Designed for children who wish to delve deeper into scuba diving, this programme builds on the skills learned in the Explorers Programme. It introduces more advanced techniques and provides opportunities to explore interesting underwater activities under supervision.

  • PADI Bubblemaker: Dive into the fun of scuba diving with the PADI Bubblemaker program. Perfect for young adventurers, this introductory experience lets children as young as 8 years old breathe underwater in a safe and controlled environment. Conducted in pools, it’s a fantastic way for kids to get a taste of scuba diving while ensuring their safety and comfort.

  • PADI Master Seal Team: Take your underwater adventures to the next level with the PADI Master Seal Team program. Building on the skills learned in the Seal Team program, young divers can complete additional AquaMissions to become Master Seals. This advanced program is conducted in a controlled pool environment, providing a safe and thrilling experience that enhances diving skills and underwater confidence.

 

 

Scuba Diving Oakham

Learn To Dive Oakham

Start Your Diving Journey in Oakham

Embark on your scuba diving adventure in Oakham with Dive Rutland's expertly guided certification courses. Our professional instructors are committed to providing you with a comprehensive learning experience, ensuring you acquire the necessary skills for safe and enjoyable diving.

  • SSI Open Water Diver: Just like building a house, scuba diving is built on solid foundations. Start your scuba adventures with this foundational course. This is where we prepare you with the essential knowledge and skills for underwater exploration. This certification opens the door to worldwide diving adventures.
  • PADI Open Water Diver: This course will equip you with the skills and techniques needed for safe and responsible diving. Dive into a lifetime of memorable explorations.
  • SSI Scuba Diver: Ideal for those with limited time, this course provides partial certification, allowing you to dive under professional supervision up to 12 metres deep.
  • PADI Scuba Diver: A shorter course that offers an easy introduction to the world of diving, perfect for beginners who want to dive in under limited conditions.

 

 

Scuba Diving Oakham

Continue Diving Oakham

Advance Your Skills with Intermediate Courses in Oakham

Take your diving to the next level with our comprehensive intermediate courses at Dive Rutland. Designed for divers eager to expand their skills and explore more advanced underwater activities, these courses enhance both your underwater capabilities and safety knowledge, preparing you for a wide range of diving adventures.

  • SSI Advanced Adventurer: This programme allows you to experience different specialities and further your diving skills without fully committing to a complete speciality course. It provides an excellent opportunity to explore aspects of advanced diving, such as deeper and night diving, under the supervision of our experienced instructors.
  • PADI Advanced Open Water Diver: Broaden your diving skills through a series of adventure dives. This course not only enhances your confidence but also expands the scope of your diving experiences, allowing you to explore new environments under various conditions.
  • SSI Stress and Rescue: Learn essential rescue skills, enhance your problem-solving abilities, and become a proficient diver capable of managing emergencies. This course is crucial for anyone who wants to be prepared to handle unexpected situations and ensure the safety of themselves and their dive buddies.
  • PADI Rescue Diver: Gain valuable skills in effectively performing diver assists and managing diving emergencies. This course is indispensable for divers looking to become more reliable and capable in emergency situations.

Additional Offerings:

  • SSI Scuba Skills Update: Ideal for divers who have been out of the water for a while and need to refresh their skills. This course reviews essential scuba practices and theory, ensuring you are up to date with the latest techniques and feel confident and prepared for your next diving adventure.

 

 

Scuba Diving Oakham

Specialty Diving Oakham

Explore Specialised Diving Interests in Oakham

Dive Rutland’s speciality courses in Oakham are designed for divers who wish to deepen their expertise in specific areas of scuba diving. From the mysteries of wrecks to the challenges of deep and night diving, our courses in Oakham provide in-depth training and unique underwater adventures that enhance your skills and expand your diving capabilities.

  • SSI Nitrox Diver: Extend your bottom times and enjoy more repetitive scuba dives with enriched air nitrox. This course in Oakham teaches you the necessary skills to manage oxygen exposure, analyze oxygen content in your scuba tank, and plan nitrox dives safely.
  • SSI Deep Diver: Delve deeper into scuba diving with this speciality course that prepares you to plan and execute dives that are significantly deeper than typical recreational limits. Offered in Oakham, this course emphasizes the use of proper dive planning, risk management, and special equipment considerations for deep diving. This course opens up the options for the SSI XR (extended range) courses.
  • SSI Equipment Techniques: Learn to manage, maintain, and configure your diving equipment to suit your diving preferences. This Oakham-based course covers everything from routine care and maintenance to troubleshooting equipment problems in the field, ensuring you are well-prepared for any diving situation.
  • SSI Wreck Diver: Explore sunken vessels, aeroplanes, and more in Oakham waters. This course teaches you how to safely navigate and penetrate wrecks, covering techniques that include avoiding common hazards, and surveying and mapping a wreck site.
  • SSI Night Diver: Experience the thrill of diving after dark in Oakham. Learn the unique techniques required for night diving, including how to navigate, use dive lights, and communicate effectively when visibility is limited.
  • PADI Deep Diver: This PADI Deep Diver course provides you with additional perspectives on safely exploring deeper dive sites around Oakham and the rest of the world. It covers skills such as advanced buoyancy control, managing your gas supply, and dealing with the potential challenges of deep water diving.
  • PADI Wreck Diver: Gain the skills to safely explore sunken ships, aircraft, and other underwater structures around Oakham. This course covers advanced diving techniques including safety considerations, navigation, and penetration protocols specific to wreck diving.