Cardiff Scuba - 5 Star IDC Scuba training in South Wales

Breathe Free !!!

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 18:04:11 +0100

BREATHE FREE REGULATOR PROMOTION...!!

We are very pleased to announe the return of the promotion on Aqualung regulators that we ran last year....

For a limited time only you can purchase any one of a selected line of Aqualung Regulators (the Legend and Titan LX included - our two most popular regs) and recieve a compatibel octopus COMPLETELY FREE !!

This offer is valid for a limited time so get in touch soon if you are keen to save yourself money !!!

Red sea Trip October 2008

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 14:47:51 +0100

In line with our comittment to offer a wide range of services, we are organising yet another trip to Sharm El Shiekh - this time in conjunction with Cardiff Phoenix Divers. Our most recent trip saw 50 people all having a fantastic time.

Details:

Destination: Sharm El Shiekh

Dates: 2nd to 9th October 2008

Cost: £572 per person (diving) plus cost of coach to Gatwick

Flight: Ex Gatwick on Thursday 2nd October @ 13.35 Returning 9th October 20.45 (into Gatwick 00.50 on Friday 10th October)

Accommodation: Staying at the Viking Club.

The trip will suit all levels of divers and will be the Northern Reefs and Wreck route.

Call Rob or Ian on 2061 5161 to reserve a space.

As flights have to be paid when booked we will require an intial payment of £272.00. Should you need to cancel this money will only be refunded if your place is sold on - less £75.00 - this is a charge levied bythe airline operator - NOT Cardiff Scuba.

Red Sea Trip January 2008

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 14:51:44 +0100

Another successful trip was enjoyed by all 50 divers on the latest Cardiff Scuba dive trip to the Red Sea.

Supported by Rob, Majid and Matthew, 12 colleagues successfully completed their Adavanced Open Water certification. Brynada did a fantastic Peak Performance Specialty, with Marilyn adding Night Diver Speciality to her growing list of ceertificatioins.

Of special note and achievment was Samantha Spragg and William Jones who completd their Junior Advanced Open Water certification. They continue to excel in their diving skills, impressing all those who shared the boat with them.

Congratulations to everyone. EFR and RESCUE diver next!!!!!

The trip was the first visit to Egypt by some the group. No doubt it wont be their last.

The next trip will be at the end of October. Bookings open soon.

MASTER SEAL Success

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 22:47:06 +0100

The 20th December saw the completion of another very successful MASTER SEAL course.

Congratulations to Jonathan Kidby, Thomas Nevens, Ellie Jones, Elliott Gregory, Kye LeFeuvre, Keiran Headon, Fraser Gregory and Owain Atkins.

All of the students were presented with their Master Seal Certification cards, Wall certificate and badge.

A BIG thank-you to all of the support divers who helped make the course a roaring success.

New Weekend Open Water Course Programme for 2008

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 23:33:00 +0100

At Cardiff Scuba we are always keen to provide courses and other services at dates and times to suit our clients.

In 2006 we introduced our Open Water Course over 4 evenings and 1 weekend, thereby completing the course in 2 weeks. This proved to be highly successful - affording us the award of the highest PADI Open Water certifying school in Wales - and so this programme will continue through 2008.

However, we recognise that not everyone can commit to 2 training evenings each week for two weeks, especially in today's hectic work schedules.

For 2008 we are therefore offering the PADI Open Water qualification over two weekends.

This [slightly intensive] course would also suit those who take up the new 'e' learning opportunity offered by PADI where, the theory component is completed on-line in students own time and at their own pace. This is then followed by the Confined Water skills [pool sessions] and Open Water certifying dives weekend. Note: Students using this facility must have registered with Cardiff Scuba as their training base.

The course schedule is: Saturday morning in the classroom [9am - 12Noon] followed by the Saturday afternoon in the pool [1pm - 4pm]. Then the Sunday morning again in the classroom [9am - 12 Noon] followed by the afternoon in the pool. [1pm - 4pm]. The Open Water weekend will then be held at The National Diving and Activity Centre in Chepstow [8am - 2pm] both days.

Call Rob or Ian on 029 2061 5161 for further details and to book your place if this type of schedule suits your availabilty.

Gain your PADI Open Water certification and open up a whole new world of thrills and experiences.

Cardiff Scuba - Excellence through Quality & Opportunity

New Divemasters

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 22:08:38 +0100

We all give our warmest congratulations to Gary Fussey and Andy Bennett on the successfull completion of their Divemaster course.

The guys have worked hard and have gained the trust and respect of their colleagues and students.

Rob and Ian look forward to working with them in their new roles and to facilitating their further develpment in Scuba Diving - [A.I. and then Instructor guys]!!!

Master SEAL Team Dates

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 18:53:48 +0200

We have managed to arrange the following dates for our forthcoming MASTER SEAL TEAM Course. All sessions will be held at Fitzalan High School and will begin at 7 O'clock. The dates for the TEN Aquamissions are as follows :

1) Thursday 20th September

2) Thursday 27th September

3) Thursday 4th October

4) Thursday 11th October

5) Thursday 18th October

6) Thursday 22nd November

7) Thursday 6th December

8) Monday 10th December

9) Thursday 13th December

10) Thursday 20th December

The cost for the sessions is £40 for the first week, and £20 for the remaining nine sessions. Places are limited and we have already recieved a number of deposits so let us know soon to avoid disappointment.

Emergency First Response Update Sessions

Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:34:19 +0200

During October, November & December we will be offering an update session for those who need to re-new their EFR certification. Dates will be posted on our website calendar. Local costs can be as a high as £50 - £60 for this update session but we will offer the update for only £45 per person - including re-registration.

Another cost cutting offer by CARDIFF SCUBA to support diver development.

The course will be facilitated by Rob who is an MSDT and is one of the highest certifying Scuba Instructors in the UK. He has 30years of teaching CPR skills to a wide range of Medical staff, Nursing staff and the general public. His knowlwdge & skills are widely recognised for this course. Customers express a very high level of satisfaction on completion.

Watch for dates on our Calendar and call Rob or Ian on 2061 5161 to book your place.

RED SEA 2008

Mon, 13 Aug 2007 22:26:41 +0200

The planning for our SCUBA trip in January 2008 is now complete. We will be heading out to Sharm El Sheikh on January 19th.

We have two boats booked for diving and the Hotel accommodation will be at the new Viking Club on the outskirts of Sharm. The resort is a 10-minute drive from Sharm International Airport.

This brand new hotel has been built in a traditional village style by the owners of the popular Viking Nile cruises and offers a good standard accommodation with a relaxed atmosphere. Located in Naama Bay and just 5 minutes walk from the beach-front and centre of the resort with its many shops, bars, restaurants and clubs.

60 tastefully decorated rooms all with either a garden or pool view and a private balcony or terrace. All the air-conditioned rooms feature en-suite facilities, satellite TV, mini-bar, hairdryer and in-room safe.

This trip has proven to be very popular and so we have increased the number of spaces available. To date 37 places are taken which leaves 13 available. A deposit of £250 is required to secure your place. Non-diving partners are welcome.

Call Rob or Ian to book a place on 2061 5161.

SEAL Team Completes

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 22:11:35 +0200

This week saw the successful completion of yet another PADI SEAL team course. The group consisted of Thomas, Ellie, Fraser, Owain, Elliot and Jonathan.

All of the group showed great skills development and confidence in the water.

CONGRATULATIONS to all of the group and we look forward to taking you through the MASTER SEAL TEAM course very shortly.

We also thank the groups parents for allowing us the privilege of teaching this group of youngsters.

See you all soon for the MASTER SEAL course.

BOAT SPACES

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 10:46:36 +0200

We have access to several psaces on boat trips over the next couple of months.

Plymouth 25th / 26th / 27th August (Bank Holiday weekend). Hard Boat with tail lift. Three day trip - £40 per day. Suit all levels. 4 spaces

West Wales 8th & 9th September. Two day weekend trip. Hard boat with tail lift. £40 per day. Suit all levels. 3 spaces.

Weymouth 29th & 30th September. Two day weekend trip. Hard boat with tail lift. £40 per day. 4 spaces.

For further information and to reserve your space(s) - call Rob on 07917 226034.

Finding time to learn SCUBA a problem????

Wed, 18 Jul 2007 09:31:02 +0200

If you have a busy schedule or difficult shift patterns and find it diificult to find the time to fit into one of our many set school schedules - then don't despair.

We regularly organise sessions for those who need a greater degree of flexibility in undertaking a SCUBA course. Recently this has included many members of the general public as well as Medical staff, Paramedics and Firemen.

We run theory session during the day as well as Saturdays and Sundays.

We have pool sessions available on a Saturday or Sunday.

We can take you through your Open Water certifying dives on a weekday.

We will work with you to ensure you have a positive experience throughout your course and we commit to working with you to ensure you are successful in your desire to join the SCUBA family.

For an extra charge we can also organise your course on a one-to-one basis and will customize courses for individual groups.

We recently carried out the theory classes for a group at their workplace and another school group at their school.

NEW PADI SEAL TEAM COURSE

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 15:52:30 +0200

We have agreed dates for the next PADI SEAL TEAM course as follows:

JULY 12th, 19th, 26th and AUGUST 2nd & 9th

All 5 sessions will be held on a Thursday evening at Fitzalan High School Pool, Lawrenny Avenue, Cardiff.

Session times are as follows:

Arrive at the pool 7.15pm

In the water 7.30pm - Out of the water 8.30pm

Complete logs books and finish by 8.45pm

Cost: Initial lesson to inlcude all SCUBA kit, air, pool entry, insurance, Log book, Video, Workbook @ £50.00 payable on booking.

The following four sessions will be £25 per session, payable on the night.

CAll Rob on 029 2061 5161

Cardiff Scuba named NUMBER ONE

Tue, 22 May 2007 01:41:18 +0200

Cardiff Scuba has been named by PADI as THE NUMBER ONE teaching school in Wales with more certifications than any other PADI dive school this year. In addition - at this time - we are also in 6th position in the UK!!!

This recognition highlights our committment and flexibility to provoding a quality service. We aim to keep our number 1 position in Wales and to improve our National rating.

Both Ian & Rob thank all of our colleagues who have supported us and helped the business grow.

Thanks also to all of our customers who make it all so worthwhile.

Two more new Instructors!!

Mon, 14 May 2007 22:57:57 +0200

We have another two new instructors.

Liam and David passed their Open Water Instructors Examinations this past weekend and are now fully fledged OWSI's. CONGRATULATIONS guys.

The 'boys' have worked hard and supported Cardiff Scuba regularly over the last 14 months. Ian and Rob look forward to supporting them in their continued development.

We all give them our best wishes and the very best of luck for all their future instructing. Does Australia know what is coming their way in 2009?!?!?!

Our new instructor

Tue, 24 Apr 2007 07:18:00 +0200

Many of you know Majid and we are sure you will join us in congratulating him on successfully completing his Open Water Scuba Instructor exams. Majid has worked consistenly over the past year to build his knowledge and experience. He has supported Rob & Ian with many courses and helped numerous students enjoy their training experience.

Majid now joins us as an instructor and will no doubt continue to to enhance the scuba scuba experience of those students who join us at Cardiff Scuba.

CONGRATULATIONS Majid !!

Wreck Speciality

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 20:26:30 +0200

The dates for our next Wreck Speciality Course have been confimed. Have a look here for the details.

The open water dives will be boat dives from Plymouth. Weather and tides permitting, we plan to do two dives on both the Scylla and the James Eagan Layne (arguably one of the most popular wreck dives in the UK!) over the weekend. More info on these wrecks here.

Places are strictly limited (due to space on the boat) to 8 people. There are some available at present. Get in touch asap to reserve your place.

Photo Gallery

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 23:26:27 +0200

Just to let you know that our new photo gallery is online. It can be found by visiting the dive travel menu and clicking on 'Photo Gallery', or by going directly to http://gallery.cardiffscuba.co.uk.

In the gallery we will show photos from previous Cardiff Scuba trips and dive holidays.

Convenient Web Addresses

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 22:26:39 +0200

To make getting to the part of the site that you're after much easier we have added a whole bunch of sub-domains to the site. Quick and easy to use, please make use of the following web addresses for this site:

We also have the following two domain names that you may find easier to remember...

Finance Options

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 13:40:30 +0200

We are very pleased to announce that we have teamed up with finance specialists Able2Buy, and are now able to offer a range of finance options to help spread the cost of any purchases you may wish to make. Have a look at the Finance Page for some further information.

New SEAL Team Dates

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 14:43:46 +0200

The next SEAL TEAM course is now available for bookings. The course will run on 5 consecutive Friday evenings from 7.30 to 9.00pm The dates are April 27th, May 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th. The sessions will be held at Howells Pool and Fitzalan School.

Participants can be aged 8 to 14. See the course dates for more details.

Junior Open Water Course

Thu, 15 Feb 2007 16:28:27 +0100

The first Junior Open Water Course will be held in April.

The course will be open to 12 - 14 year olds. The only adults who can join this course will be a parent / guardian who would like to undertake the course at the same time. Note: The adults will gain the adult Open Water certification on successful completion of the course.

Dates are as follows:

Theory Sessions: Friday 6th April from 6pm - 9.30pm

Friday 13th April from 6pm - 9.30pm

Pool sessions: Thursday 12th April from 7pm - 9.30pm

Friday 20th April from 7pm - 9.30pm

Open Water: Saturday 5th May & Sunday 6th May

8am - 2pm @ The National Dive & Activity Centre, Chepstow.

Places will be limited to 12 - so please book early. £50 deposit will guarantee your places.

Call Ian or Rob on 2061 5161.

More Congratulations

Tue, 13 Feb 2007 12:17:06 +0100

Majid, Liam, David and Dai have successfully completed their Assistant Instructor course and will shortly go on to their Instructor Examination. Well done guys and our very best wishes for the I.E. We are very proud of you all.

Seal / Master Team Club

Sun, 11 Feb 2007 16:30:12 +0100

See the updated information on the main website under Lastest news. You will find a link to the infomationm on sessions dates.

CONGRATULATIONS

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 15:39:35 +0100

Ian & Rob give their warmest congratulations to the following:

Tracey for passing her Open Water Diver

Marilyn, Seaune, Rod, Nigel & Ryan for gaining their Advanced Open Water

Jon, Dave G, Liam, David S & Nigel for completing their Deep Dive Specialty

Majid for Night Dive specialty

In addition, we all congratulate Scott, Liam and David as newly certified DIVEMASTERS. Well done guys, you worked hard.

IDC COURSE - January 2007

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 17:15:00 +0100

Our first A.I. / I.D.C. course has now completed. The course was facilitated by Lee Smallwood, a very experienced PADI Course Director. All 4 candidates completed successfully after 7 long days of hard work and gained their PADI Assistant Instructor rating.

The guys will now prepare to take the final Instructor Examinations in March.

Our thanks to Lee and his colleague Andy, for giving us a marvellous course full of challenges and opportunities. Everyone enjoyed it and learned loads.

If you are interested in progressing your diving career by undertaking your IDC, and if you have the appropriate level of experience, then please contact Ian or Rob on 029 2061 5161 for more details and costs. You will receive a warm welcome.

Cardiff Scuba SEAL/MASTER SEAL Club

Sun, 24 Dec 2006 14:06:53 +0100

We are pleased to announce the formation of the Cardiff Scuba SEAL / MASTER SEAL Club.

The club will offer a once-a-month pool session for qualified SEALS and MASTER SEALS. The sessions will be held in Howells School Pool from 7.30pm to 8.45pm.

Dates will be posted on the website page. Contact Rob for further details on 029 2061 5161.

Click here to view Club page:

Course Prices 2007

Tue, 12 Dec 2006 22:44:19 +0100

GREAT NEWS

Following the phenominal success of our Dive School during 2006, and the recongition of the quality and flexibility of our programmes we are proud to announce that we will be keeping our prices at the same level as 2006.

No increase in price means more opportunity for you to 'dive' straight into you Diving career.

Take advantage of our prices. Discounts will be available for group bookings. Visit our Dive Calendar and choose a course on dates that suit you. Remember, our modular planning means that you can spread your individual course over several course dates. Our unique programmed 'catch-up' sessions mean that you need have no worries about being successful.

Why not get a group together at work or a group of friends and save extra ££££££'s when you all book and pay at the same time. We can guarantee that you will love the experience that awaits you.

Call us on 029 2061 5161 and ask for Ian or Rob. We look forward to hearing from you.