As you are reading this it is likely that you have never tried scuba diving before and are curious about what is involved and what it's
like to breath underwater. Perhaps you would love to see some amazing marine life or to experience the closest thing to being an astronaut. Perhaps you want to tick it off your bucket list or try it before you invest in a full open water scuba diver certification course. Maybe you've tried it before and had so much fun you just want another go; either way you're in the right place!
We usually run the "try dives" in the afternoons at the dive centre at 9:30 and they last about 2-2 1/2 hours. Here's what we get up to in the time:
Firstly, we complete the paperwork, more on this a bit later, followed by a small presentation in which we tell you:
a bit about pressure and its effects on the body and how we deal it e.g. equalizing our ears it is just like being in a plane
a bit about the equipment you will be wearing so you know how it works
a few basic scuba skills so that you are comfortable in the water - e.g. how to breathe through and clear the regulator (the bit you put in your mouth) so you don't get a mouthful of sea water!
Try Scuba TodayYes, we do the try dives in the sea - not a pool - so you get to experience some of the wonderful marine life here in Lanzarote too. We go in from the shore at our house reef, an enclosed bay and therefore protected and very suitable for try dives.
Secondly, we fit you out in all the equipment - now you start to look and feel like a scuba diver!
Finally, we get you into the water. Slowly, taking our time, relaxing as much as possible. We run over the skills with you and then we get you to take your first breaths under water - in water shallow enough that you can stand up in it. Then we get you under the water and comfortable and before you know it you'll be seeing an array of different fish and marine life!
We conduct all our try dives in the Atlantic Ocean with all the potential wonders of the ocean to behold right in front you; far more to experience and more fun than jumping into a swimming pool. For those that find that potentially daunting, fear not as you will be with a diving professional at all times, we go in from the shore and the group sizes are kept small so that it is easy to help you and have fun.
Are there any age restrictions for trying scuba diving?
Participants must be a minimum of 10 years of age. Those under 18 years
of age must have the consent of a parent, guardian or responsible adult
who will countersign the paperwork and those under 16 years of age must
be accompanied by a parent, guardian or responsible adult. There is no
upper age limit!
Do I need to be really fit to scuba dive?
No, you don't need to be super fit to scuba dive, however scuba diving
is an inherently risky sport and some medical conditions are known to
put participants at increased risk of injury. As a result of this all
participants are required to complete a medical questionnaire before the
start of the try dive. You can download a copy of it here so you can take
a look before you fly out. Medical
Form
Can I do a second dive?
Yes, you can book a second dive on the day, however the second dive must
be completed on the same day, this is because of our insurance policy
limitations.
What do I need to do before my try dive?
Please print off the medical questionnaire, complete it, sign it and bring
it with you. We strongly suggest that you do this before booking as it
could be the difference between being able to dive or not. A copy of the
form is available here to download. Please complete it and bring it with
you.
What do I do if I answer "Yes" to any of the questions on the medical
questionnaire form?
Please ensure that if you answer "Yes" to any of the questions that you
visit a doctor and be assessed and signed off as being medically fit to
dive. The form has guidance notes for the doctor as well as the signing
off page, so be sure to print off the whole and document and take it with
you to the doctor. Medical Form
What time do I need to arrive at the Lanzarote Dive Centre?
Please arrive at the dive centre at 14:30.
There may be others participating in diving at the same time as you so
please arrive promptly as nobody likes to be kept waiting and we certainly
don't want you to miss out.
Where is Lanzarote Dive Centre based?
We are located in the corner at the far end of the Harbour pier, Puerto Del Carmen.
How much is a Try Dive?
Try Dives are 75,00€/person.
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0034 928 587 043
0034 677 324 879
info@lanzarotedivecentre.com
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 17:00
Saturday 8:30 - 14:30
Sunday CLOSED