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Try Dives: Your First Breath Beneath the Surface

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Take your first step beneath the surface with confidence. Our Try Scuba, Try Freediving, and Try Spearfishing experiences are safe, exciting introductions to the ocean — no experience required. Let our friendly instructors guide you through the basics in a relaxed, supportive setting, and discover if the underwater world is for you. more →

Tryout Sessions: Spearfishing · Scuba · Freediving

Zero pressure, maximum stoke. Learn the basics with our instructors, test quality kit, and discover your perfect path in the water — all in one friendly intro.

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Small Groups All Kit Included Certified Instructors

Hands‑on

Learn by doing — simple skills, real equipment, guided safely.

Local & Easy

Pool or calm‑water entry points around Plymouth; easy access, easy wins.

Inclusive

We welcome all ages and abilities. Adaptive options available — just ask.

Try Scuba in pool

Try Scuba

Start with the magic of breathing underwater in a relaxed, supervised session. Get familiar with the mask, regulator, and buoyancy — no experience required.

  • Duration: ~90 minutes (briefing + water time)
  • Venue: On‑site pool or sheltered water
  • Includes: All scuba kit, instructor, insurance
  • Age: 10+ (under‑18s with guardian consent)
From £85 per person
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Try Freediving

Simple breath‑hold techniques, streamlined movement, and equalization basics. Feel the calm and focus of diving on a single breath.

  • Duration: ~90 minutes (breathwork + water)
  • Venue: Pool or calm sea conditions
  • Includes: Mask, snorkel, fins, instructor
  • Age: 12+ (confident swimmers)
From £90 per person
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Try Freediving breath-hold basics
Try Spearfishing shore intro

Try Spearfishing

Ethical foraging, safety, and basic shore‑entry hunting skills. We cover local regulations, species ID, and responsible catches.

  • Duration: ~2 hours (briefing + shoreline session)
  • Venue: Local shore spot, conditions dependent
  • Includes: Mask, snorkel, fins, speargun intro & safety
  • Age: 16+ (guardian consent if under 18)
From £95 per person
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What to Bring

  • Swimwear, towel, and warm layers for afterwards
  • Water & light snack
  • Medical/consent forms (if provided)
  • Any personal kit you want to try (optional)
  • For sea sessions: weather‑appropriate outerwear
  • Under‑18s: parent/guardian signature

FAQ

Do I need to be a strong swimmer?

Comfort in water is important, but we tailor the session to you. For scuba and freediving, basic swimming ability is sufficient.

Is all equipment included?

Yes. We provide all required kit. Bring your own if you want to test fit and comfort.

Where do sessions run?

Pool sessions run on‑site; open‑water tryouts use sheltered local sites. Final locations depend on conditions and safety.

Can I continue to a full course?

Absolutely. Your instructor will outline the next steps and credit options if you book a course with us.

Ready to jump in?

Pick your tryout, pick a date, and we’ll handle the rest.

Need help choosing a date, more information?

Chat live with our instructors

No pressure, no commitment.

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Want to see what’s coming up?

From pool sessions to boat dives and special events

We keep the action going year-round.

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