STAR & Gateway Funded Programmes Available
School Diving Programmes
Discover the underwater world with Auckland’s premier dive school.
Safe, educational, and unforgettable experiences for students.
Our Programmes
Tailored diving experiences for school groups of all sizes and ages.
From introduction days to
full certification.
Year 9-13
Discover Scuba
A perfect introduction to the underwater world.
- Pool session with professional instructors
- All equipment provided
- Safety briefing and skills practice
Year 10+
Popular
Open Water Course
Full PADI certification for students.
- 4-day comprehensive course
- Pool training & ocean dives
- Earn NCEA credits
Snorkel
Marine Education
Snorkeling and marine biology focus.
- Guided marine reserve tours
- Fish identification workshops
- Conservation education
New Opportunity
Retail Credits
In addition to our diving programmes, we offer students the chance to gain valuable retail and customer service experience. These Unit Standards are ideal for students looking to develop vocational pathways in tourism and service industries.
Gain hands-on experience in a professional dive shop environment.
Academic Excellence
NZQA Credits
NZQA Credits
Available
We deliver both recreational and tertiary dive training, utilizing the PADI teaching system. Through our association as an audited and approved sub-contractor of Academy of Diving Trust, we offer, deliver, and award students with NZQA Unit Standards.
NZQA Unit Standards and credit values are subject to change. Suitability is subject to discussion regarding candidate ability to meet PADI pre-requisites.
| Standard | Unit Title | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28391 | Snorkel dive in open water | 2 | 2 |
| 28392 | SCUBA Dive in open water to a maximum depth of 18 metres | 3 | 7 |
| 28393 | Navigate Underwater while SCUBA diving in open water | 3 | 4 |
| 28394 | Complete computer aided SCUBA dives in open water | 3 | 3 |
| 28395 | Complete diver rescues | 4 | 7 |
| 28396 | Complete SCUBA dives at night in open water | 3 | 4 |
| 28401 | Complete underwater search & recovery SCUBA dives in open water | 3 | 4 |
| 28404 | Complete SCUBA dives in open water to depths between 18 & 40 metres | 4 | 5 |
| 28405 | Complete SCUBA dives in open water to locate & observe common aquatic organisms | 4 | 5 |
| 28407 | Complete SCUBA dives off a boat in open water | 3 | 4 |
| 28408 | Complete SCUBA dives off the shore in open water | 3 | 4 |
| 28434 | Demonstrate knowledge of diving first aid & oxygen administration & use of supplemental oxygen | 3 | 2 |
| 32343 | Free dive in open water to depths between 10 and 16 metres | 3 | 7 |
| 32344 | Complete advanced free dives in open water to depths between 16 and 24 metres | 3 | 4 |
Education Beyond the Classroom
Eligible for STAR and Gateway Funding.
Skills for Further Training
Confidence Through Experience
Safe Practice in Context
Applied Outdoor Skills
Foundation Industry Skills
Learning Outcomes
- Safe Learning in Real Environments
- Confidence Built Through Experience
- Teamwork That Transfers to Life
- Learning Through Managed Challenge
- Supported Risk, Real Growth
- Practical Skills with Purpose
- Outdoor Learning That Engages Students
- Resilience Developed, Not Forced
- Trusted Pathways Beyond the Classroom
- Structure, Safety, and Skill Development
- From Education to Real-World Readiness
- Memorable Learning That Sticks
Safety First
We adhere to the highest safety standards with experienced PADI instructors and well-maintained equipment.
We are a fully audited Adventure Mark NZ site
Expert Team
Our team consists of passionate educators and dive professionals dedicated to student development.
Top Facilities
Access to premium training pools, modern classrooms and good relationships with NZ Dive Industry partners