Discover Scuba Diving just got even better with its release in the fun, interactive PADI eLearning platform. Here are some of the key benefits and features that will make everyone fall in love with Discover Scuba Diving eLearning. 

Have you always wondered what it's like to breathe underwater? If you want to try scuba diving, but aren't quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving is for you. Elite Divers offer this program either in a pool. You can try scuba close to home or while you're on vacation at a dive destination. While not a scuba certification course, Discover Scuba Diving is a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world. To sign up for a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience, you must be at least 10 years old. No prior experience with scuba diving is necessary, but you need to be in reasonable physical health. Are you ready to try it out?

Discover the Magic of Mermaiding!

Have you ever dreamed of swimming like a mermaid? Dive into a world of wonder with our PADI Discover Mermaid Experience! In a safe and supportive environment, guided by a certified PADI Mermaid Instructor, you'll have the opportunity to experience the thrill of mermaiding. Our flexible, enjoyable, and informative session is perfect for those curious about what it's like to swim with a mermaid tail and monofin, in shallow, confined water where you can easily stand.

No experience is needed—just a love of water and the joy of discovering something new! We provide mermaid tails and monofins in a variety of sizes to fit everyone, regardless of age, shape, or experience level.

The Experience:

The PADI Discover Mermaid experience is designed to be flexible, informative, and fun! Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• Total Time Requirement: 1-2 hours of pure mermaid fun!

• Online eLearning: Your journey begins with online self-study through PADI elearning. When you arrive for your experience, you’ll get a thorough briefing from your PADI Mermaid Instructor, where you'll discuss the exciting basics of mermaiding.

• Shallow Water Adventure: You’ll wear your stunning mermaid tail and dive into the shallow waters for an underwater swimming session. Along with fun mermaid swimming techniques, you'll also get to enjoy some playful games and experience what it truly feels like to swim like a mermaid!

We’re excited to offer these magical courses year-round in the Tri-Sate area. Or, for an unforgettable mermaid experience.

Equipment:

In the Discover Mermaid experience, you’ll have everything you need to feel like a true mermaid:

• Monofin, tailskin, mask, snorkel, and fins. Wetsuits are available to add on to your experience. 

• While it’s best to use gear specifically designed for mermaiding, you may be able to use some of your own snorkeling equipment during this introductory session. If you're a freediver, you might already own some gear that's perfect for mermaiding, too!

Prerequisites:

• Minimum Age: 6 years and up

• Swimming Skills: You should be able to swim comfortably without any aids, float at the surface, and be in good physical health. 

• No prior mermaiding or freediving experience is required.

Padi Entry Level Scuba Course With the E-learning included

This is the Confined (Pool) part of the Open Water Certification. To complete your certification you must finish the open water portion with us or on vacation.

This class is the entry level certification necessary to scuba dive. Don’t let the phrase ‘entry level’ fool you, you will learn a ton and have fun too! Once certified by PADI, an internationally recognized organization, you are qualified to dive in waters of up to 60 ft. deep. PADI Open Water Diver is a prerequisite class for PADI Advanced Open Water and many other diving education classes. Ten student limit per class.

The final step in becoming a certified Open Water Diver are the open water check out dives.  These dives, over the course of two days, demonstrate your competency in the required skills to become a certified Open Water Diver.