Try Scuba

Try Scuba is a single-session introduction to breathing underwater, run in confined water — the pool at The Mount School. There's no certification at the end, just a recognition card and a clear sense of whether diving is something you want to pursue further. For a lot of people, that's exactly what they need before committing to a full course.

Available from age 8, this is one of the entry points for younger participants who aren't yet old enough for the full Scuba Diver programme. Adults with no experience use it too — it removes the unknown before signing up for Open Water training.

All equipment is provided. The session is run in shallow water, so the emphasis is on comfort and first contact with the gear rather than depth or technique. Instructors are fully rescue and first aid trained.

If you decide to continue after the Try Scuba session, your experience feeds directly into the Scuba Diver or Open Water Diver course without having to repeat the basics.