Step beyond the surface and begin your journey into the underwater world.
Our courses are designed to build confidence, capability, and calm beneath the water, whether you’re taking your first breaths on scuba or refining advanced skills. Explore training that opens doors to dive sites across the world.
The PADI Junior Open Water Diver course gives young divers aged 10 to 14 the same world-recognised certification as our adult Open Water Diver course, with age-appropriate depth limits and supervision built in.
Designed for young beginners, this course teaches the core knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to dive safely alongside a certified adult.
From their very first breaths underwater to their qualifying open water dives, your young diver will develop the skills to become a confident junior diver, with a clear path to full Open Water Diver status as they get older.
Ideal for:
Young divers aged 10 to 14 with no diving experience
Families wanting to dive together on holiday or at home
Kids and young adventurers keen to learn a new skill
Young people interested in marine life and underwater exploration
Future divers wanting to progress into Junior Advanced and speciality training
To enrol, your child must:
Be aged between 10 and 14 at the time of certification
Be medically fit to scuba dive
Be comfortable in the water
Complete a standard diver medical questionnaire, signed by a parent or guardian
A parent or guardian must also complete a liability release and sign the required PADI consent forms before training begins.
No previous diving experience is required.
The course combines knowledge development, confined water training, and open water dives, with instruction paced and adapted for younger divers.
Complete theory learning through the PADI Junior eLearning course, covering dive safety, equipment, and core scuba principles in a format designed for younger students.
Learn essential scuba skills in a controlled environment with direct instructor guidance and coaching, building confidence step by step.
Put new skills into practice during qualifying open water dives, always under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional or certified parent/guardian.
On completion of the course, your young diver will be able to:
Dive with a certified parent, guardian, or PADI Professional
Dive to a maximum depth of 12 metres (ages 10-11) or 18 metres (ages 12-14)
Rent scuba equipment worldwide (with supervision)
Continue training through Junior Advanced and speciality courses
Automatically convert to a full PADI Open Water Diver certification at age 15, with no further training required
Certification is recognised worldwide.
PADI Junior eLearning materials
Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
Confined water training sessions
Supervised open water qualification dives
Air fills and tanks
Certification processing
Delivered across selected South Coast and Solent dive sites, giving young divers a real but controlled introduction to UK diving conditions alongside an experienced instructor.
Spain
Warm, clear Mediterranean conditions, ideal for relaxed training and building confidence while combining the course with a family holiday.
Thailand
Tropical waters, excellent visibility, and vibrant marine life make for an exciting and memorable first certification experience.
Once you have booked the course, a member of the In The Blue team will contact you to discuss your child's experience level, any requirements, and to arrange suitable course dates.
We run courses most weeks throughout the summer season across our UK and overseas locations, allowing us to offer flexible scheduling to suit family availability wherever possible.
Once certified, your young diver can continue their journey with:
Junior Advanced Open Water Diver
Junior Peak Performance Buoyancy
Seal Team and AWARE programmes
Automatic upgrade to full Open Water Diver at age 15
Your young diver's underwater adventure starts here.
The PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience is designed for anyone who has never dived before, giving you the chance to try scuba diving in a safe, supervised, and enjoyable environment.
Rather than a full course, this is a guided introduction to diving. You'll receive a brief pool or confined water session to get comfortable with the equipment and basic techniques, followed by an open water dive with your instructor by your side throughout.
No certification is awarded, but on completion you'll have your first real dive experience under your belt — and a clear pathway into the PADI Open Water Diver course should you wish to continue.
Discover Scuba Diving with In The Blue is delivered on the South Coast and Solent, with a focus on comfort, safety, and making your first dive genuinely enjoyable.
Complete beginners with no prior diving experience
Those curious about diving before committing to a full course
Travellers wanting to try diving in local UK waters
Younger divers looking to experience scuba for the first time
Anyone considering progression into the Open Water Diver course
Your Discover Scuba Diving experience takes place over a single session, typically lasting two to three hours in total.
The session includes:
A pre-dive briefing covering equipment, basic skills, and what to expect
A confined water or pool session to practise the fundamental techniques
A supervised open water dive to a maximum depth of 12 metres*
Your instructor will be with you throughout, guiding and supporting you at every stage.
Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
Pre-dive briefing and skills session
One supervised open water dive
Full use of scuba equipment during the experience
United Kingdom – South Coast & Solent Delivered across selected South Coast and Solent dive sites, offering sheltered, accessible conditions well-suited to first-time divers.
* Maximum depth is subject to age, medical status, and conditions on the day, in line with PADI standards.
Once you have booked your experience, a member of the In The Blue team will contact you to discuss any requirements and to arrange a suitable date.
We run Discover Scuba Diving sessions regularly throughout the summer season, allowing us to offer flexible scheduling to suit individual availability wherever possible.
The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most recognised beginner scuba certification and your first step into underwater exploration.
Designed for complete beginners, this course teaches you the core knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to dive safely and independently with a buddy anywhere in the world.
From your very first breaths underwater to your qualifying open water dives, you will develop the skills needed to become a confident and capable diver.
Ideal for:
Complete beginners with no diving experience
Travellers wanting to dive worldwide
Adventure seekers looking to learn a new skill
Anyone interested in marine life and underwater exploration
Future divers wanting to progress into advanced and speciality training
To enrol, you must:
Be medically fit to scuba dive
Be comfortable in the water
Complete a standard diver medical questionnaire
Minimum age: 10 years old
No previous diving experience is required.
The course combines knowledge development, confined water training, and open water dives.
Complete your theory learning through PADI eLearning, covering dive safety, equipment, and core scuba principles.
Learn essential scuba skills in a controlled environment with direct instructor guidance and coaching.
Put your new skills into practice during qualifying open water dives and experience real diving conditions.
On completion of the course, you will be able to:
Dive independently with a buddy
Dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres
Rent scuba equipment worldwide
Book certified diver excursions and trips
Continue your training through advanced and speciality courses
Your certification is recognised worldwide.
PADI eLearning materials
Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
Confined water training sessions
Open water qualification dives
Air fills and tanks
Certification processing
Delivered across selected South Coast and Solent dive sites, providing varied real-world conditions ideal for building confidence, skills, and experience.
Spain
Warm, clear Mediterranean conditions perfect for relaxed training, skill development, and combining your course with travel.
Thailand
Tropical waters, excellent visibility, and vibrant marine life create an immersive and enjoyable environment for learning to dive.
Once you have booked your course, a member of the In The Blue team will contact you to discuss your experience level, any requirements, and to arrange suitable course dates.
We run courses most weeks throughout the summer season across our UK and overseas locations, allowing us to offer flexible scheduling to suit individual availability wherever possible.
Once certified, you can continue your diving journey with:
Advanced Open Water Diver
Peak Performance Buoyancy
Dry Suit Diver
Rescue Diver
Your underwater adventure starts here.
The PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver course is one of the most popular and useful scuba specialities, designed to extend your no-decompression limits and reduce surface interval times.
By learning to dive with enriched air nitrox (a breathing gas with a higher oxygen content than standard air), you can enjoy longer dives, shorter surface intervals, and a more relaxed dive profile, particularly when making repetitive dives.
This course focuses on planning, awareness, and discipline, making it a natural next step for divers looking to increase efficiency and comfort underwater.
This course is ideal for:
Certified Open Water Divers looking to extend bottom time
Divers planning multiple dives per day
Those diving regularly on liveaboards or dive trips abroad
Divers progressing through Advanced and specialist training
Anyone wanting a deeper understanding of dive planning and gas management
The Enriched Air Nitrox course is primarily theory-based and can be completed quickly and efficiently.
Theory
Learn the benefits and considerations of diving with enriched air, including oxygen exposure limits, dive planning, and safety procedures.
Practical Application
Hands-on training in analysing nitrox cylinders, setting dive computers, and planning dives using enriched air.
Open water dives are optional and may be included depending on location and preference.
On completion, you will be certified to:
Dive using enriched air nitrox with up to 40% oxygen*
Plan dives using enriched air within safe exposure limits
Analyse and label nitrox cylinders
Configure dive computers correctly for nitrox diving
This certification has no expiry and can be used worldwide.
Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
PADI digital learning materials
Practical gas analysis and dive planning sessions
All certification processing on completion
Delivered across selected South Coast and Solent dive sites, providing varied real-world conditions ideal for building confidence, skills, and experience.
Spain
Warm, clear Mediterranean conditions perfect for relaxed training, skill development, and combining your course with travel.
Thailand
Tropical waters, excellent visibility, and vibrant marine life create an immersive and enjoyable environment for learning to dive.
Once you have booked your course, a member of the In The Blue team will contact you to discuss your experience level, any requirements, and to arrange suitable course dates.
We run courses most weeks throughout the summer season across our UK and overseas locations, allowing us to offer flexible scheduling to suit individual availability wherever possible.
Enriched Air Nitrox is highly recommended before or alongside:
Advanced Open Water Diver
Deep Diver
Wreck Diver
Liveaboard diving
* Use of enriched air nitrox is subject to training limits, oxygen exposure guidelines, and dive computer compatibility in line with PADI standards.
The PADI Scuba Diver course is an internationally recognised entry-level certification, designed for those who want to experience scuba diving with a reduced time commitment while maintaining a strong focus on safety and core skills.
It is an ideal option for those who want a structured introduction to diving, with the flexibility to upgrade to Open Water Diver at a later date.
This course is well suited to:
Those short on time who still want a recognised certification
Beginners who prefer a gradual introduction to scuba diving
Travellers wanting a controlled, guided diving experience
Individuals planning to complete Open Water Diver in stages
Those who want professional instruction without committing to the full Open Water programme immediately
No previous diving experience is required.
The Scuba Diver course follows a structured format, focusing on essential knowledge and in-water skills.
Theory
Learn the fundamentals of scuba diving, including equipment use, breathing techniques, and safety procedures.
Pool Skills
Confined water training sessions focused on core skills, buoyancy control, and comfort underwater.
Open Water Dives
Two open water training dives, allowing you to apply your skills in real-world conditions under instructor supervision.
On completion, you will be certified to:
Dive to 12 metres*
Dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional
Dive with a professional guide rather than independently
This certification can be credited in full towards the PADI Open Water Diver course at a later date.
Professional instruction from a qualified PADI Instructor
PADI digital learning materials
Confined water (pool) training sessions
2 x open water training dives
Use of scuba equipment during training (where applicable)
PADI Scuba Diver certification on completion
Delivered across selected South Coast and Solent dive sites, providing varied real-world conditions ideal for building confidence, skills, and experience.
Spain
Warm, clear Mediterranean conditions perfect for relaxed training, skill development, and combining your course with travel.
Thailand
Tropical waters, excellent visibility, and vibrant marine life create an immersive and enjoyable environment for learning to dive.
Once you have booked your course, a member of the In The Blue team will contact you to discuss your experience level, any requirements, and to arrange suitable course dates.
We run courses most weeks throughout the summer season across our UK and overseas locations, allowing us to offer flexible scheduling to suit individual availability wherever possible.
The Scuba Diver course is designed as a stepping stone.
You can upgrade to PADI Open Water Diver at any time by completing the remaining theory and open water dives.
* Maximum depth and supervision requirements are subject to age, medical status, and training conditions in line with PADI standards.
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