Dive Rutland, Tracey Roberts

What will I do during a Try Scuba Diving Session?Prior to the session you will complete a small online review via the SSI App and complete all required paperwork.Meet us at the Dive Centre prior to the pool session where you will meet your instructional team for an introductory talk, be fitted and introduced to the equipment you’ll be using as well as the all important safety briefing and what you can expect.  After arriving at our local pool facilities - Oakham School Pool, Kilburn Road, Oakham  you will enter the water ready for your scuba adventure.  You will spend a minimum of an hour underwater but maybe the entire two hours if you can make it last that long (and most do!), and we know you’ll enjoy every minute!We will help you through every step of your adventure.  Our staff will help you to put on your SCUBA gear and guide you into the water where you’ll have the chance to dive down up to 3 metres.

What Will I do as part of the SSI Skills Update? Prior to your confined water, you will create a profile in the SSI App (if you do not already have one) and we will allocate you the online course.Then you will ensure that you have completed all of the required paperwork including a Medical Questionaire - please read the section below Medically Fit to Dive because if you have any YES (on page 2) then you will need a Physician signature prior to commencing on the course.You will meet us at the Dive centre for dry skills practise... Building of dive equipment and meet of your dive professional along with a dive brief.Our Pool Sessions are Saturdays and during non-term time Thursdays. On Saturdays it is a meet at the Dive centre at 16:30 for dry skills practise, prior to the pool from 18:00 - 20:00. Thursdays are 17:30 meet at the Dive Centre with pool from 19:00 - 21:00The pool we use is Oakham School Pool, OakhamIn the water a Dive Rutland Professional will help you regain comfort and confidence in scuba diving. You'll practice a few safety-related skills and then go over anything you specifically want to review.During the Water Skills part you will have to assemble your equipment, enter the water and:Practise Controlled Descents and AscentsRemove, replace and clear the maskPractise Neutral Buoyancy (Proper Diving positions)Use the weight system’s quick release to become positively buoyant in water too deep to stand inAscend using an alternate air source and establish positive buoyancy on the surfacePractise Emergency Ascent SkillsAfter this our Instructor will help you to practice and SCUBA skills you would like to practice.

This course provides you with the knowledge and training to act as a first responder and provide first aid and CPR, administer oxygen and / or apply an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) support in a medical emergency.Learning First Aid could be the difference between someone dying or living. The skills learnt on this course are not just for divers but are transferable skills for everyday life.First Aid StatisticsUp to 150,000 people in the UK die each year in situations where first aid could make a difference [1]Every year an estimated 150,000 people in the UK have a stroke. [2]Only 9%of UK parents are confident and willing to perform first aid on their children [5]Background to the ReAct Right - First Aid, AED and O2The course is split into two parts, the same as most of our diving and first aid courses.Online elearning preparationHighly practical learning and application of the skillsThe Primary and Secondary care sections are undertaken by a combination of classroom teaching with lots and lots of practical practise to allow you the student time to become comfortable with the skill. We want everyone to walk away from this course with the willingness to apply the skills learnt in the unfortunate event of being faced with a life-threatening emergencyWhat will I learn during the ReAct Right - First Aid, AED and O2?Primary Care SkillsScene Safety AssessmentUniversal PrecautionsPrimary AssessmentAirway ManagementRescue BreathingCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Conscious and Unconscious Obstructed Airway ManagementSerious Bleeding ManagementShock ManagementSpinal Injury ManagementSecondary Care Burns Fractures Eye Injuries Head Injuires Poison Bites and Stings Hypothermia Hyperthermia Frostbite Seizures and so much moreAutomated External Defibrillation (AED)Emergency Oxygen Use OrientationWHAT DO I NEED TO START THE REACT RIGHT COURSE?Minimum Age: 12 yearsHOW LONG WILL THE REACT RIGHT COURSE TAKE?You will work through the online elearning at your own pace and then spend 1 day with us working on the practical elementsIS THERE AN ASSESSMENT TO TAKE TO PASS THE REACT RIGHT COURSE?The online elearning element has a digital exam and the classroom assessment is ongoing by the instructor in respect of the student’s practical ability.HOW LONG DOES THE REACT RIGHT CERTIFICATION LASTOn successful completion of the course a React Right certifcation is valid for two years is issued.What is next after the REACT RIGHT CERTIFICATION?This course is a prerequisite for the SSI Stress and Rescue speciality, so if a diver why not challenge yourself to what some say is the hardest but most rewarding recreational diver courseThis course can be used as a responsible person in the work place certification as it covers all of the requirements requested by UK HSE, but if you prefer have a look at our Emergency First Aid at Work or First Aid at work courses

Correctly mixing gasses is essential to being able to breathe safely underwater. The SSI Gas Blender program teaches you the skills and concepts required to safely blend nitrox and helium-based trimix gases. This non-diving program is open to certified and uncertified divers and teaches proper usage of mathematics, gas blending software, physics, and techniques required to blend breathing gases safely. Upon completing this program, you will earn either the SSI Nitrox Gas Blender or SSI Trimix Gas Blender certification. Get started online today!

The SSI Deep Diving Specialty will teach you all you need to dive to depths between 18 and 40 meters, through a mixture of academic sessions and open water dives. You will learn to plan and safely complete your deep diving adventures and use computers and gas consumption calculations to get the most from your deep dives. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore beautiful deep dive sites wherever you choose. This SSI Specialty is also a prerequisite for some advanced training, making it the next logical step to take in your dive education.

Choosing and buying your dive equipment is one of the biggest and most important investments you will make as a diver, but it is easy to get it a bit wrong. We want you to choose the right dive kit for your needs and know how to look after it properly. With the right knowledge, you can get the most from your investment and enjoy safe and comfortable dives for years to come. The SSI Equipment Techniques specialty is the best way to learn how to choose and store your dive kit. Working with an experienced and trained SSI Professional, you will learn in-depth information about the components of your Total Diving System and develop a thorough understanding of your diving equipment. You will also practice basic preventative dive equipment maintenance to ensure you get maximum performance and longevity from your Total Diving System. Start this dive equipment specialty today!

The SSI Advanced Wreck Speciality provides you with the training to lay a single guideline that does not require you to make navigation decisions, in a wreck that has clearly visible entry points and allows access to the surface in an emergency. The sum of depth and the penetration distance is not to exceed 40 metres but depends on your maximum training depth. If qualified to 30 metres then the sum of depth and penetration is 30 metres

In this specialty program, you will gain the advanced skills and knowledge you need to safely and confidently navigate underwater. You will learn how to use a compass and natural navigation techniques, estimate distance, how to leave and return to a designated point, plus basic navigation patterns. You will also be taught how to combine navigation techniques to enhance your diving experience. All of which hones your underwater observation skills, improves your dive safety and helps you to get the most out of every dive. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Navigation Specialty certification.

Many of the ocean’s best dive sites are wrecks. These impressive structures attract unusually high densities of marine life and give you the chance to immerse in living history as you dive. There is nothing quite like wreck diving and the SSI Wreck Diving specialty will give you all the skills and knowledge you need to become a safe and confident wreck diver. With a combination of academic and confined water sessions, you will be taught how to safely conduct non-penetration dives around wrecks and artificial reefs, up to a depth of 30 meters. You will also get to practice your wreck diving skills during open water training dives. All of which will ensure you can enjoy wreck diving with confidence and get the most out of every dive. Upon completion of this program, you will earn your SSI Wreck Diving specialty certification. Continue your adventures and become a wreck diver. Get started online today!

The SSI Drysuit Speciality allows you to experience UK Diving or cooler climates and some of the amazing sites we have around our amazing coastline as well as just extending your diving season.If you want to see the spectacular and prolific aquatic life often found in cooler water climates you'll need to stay warm and that means a dry suit. Yes you can dive here in the UK in a wetsuit but in winter months when the visibility is generally better why not take advantage of it.Diving in a drysuit, provides you with the means to extend the UK diving season, stay warm and dry, but does change your buoyancy characteristics so this is a great course to learn all aspects of drysuit diving including looking after, packing away, weighting and streamlining of your equipment and the differences between the types of drysuits available.What do I need to start the SSI Dry Suit Diving Speciality?SSI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or qualifying certification from another organisation)Minimum age: 10 years oldMask and SnorkelWhat Will I do During the SSI Dry Suit Diving Speciality?Prior to your one day in open water diving in a drysuit you will complete some pre-reading using the SSP App.Undertake a confined water session where you will Be taken through how to get in and get out of a drysuit corrected and be correctly fitted Be taken through how to care for your drysuit and to pack it away ready for transportation to and from the pool Complete Buddy Checks and shown the additional checks when you and your buddy are drysuit diving During the pool session, you will Complete Weight Checks Review and learn correct Equipment Streamlining Learn to vent the drysuit Get lots of practising swimming around in your drysuit along with gaining the understanding of how air migrates around your suit when driving Emergency procedures just in case you lose controlOnce the skills have been mastered in the pool then you will spend one day in open water undertaking two dives putting all of those skills into practiseThroughout your time with us, you will be able to ask any questions you have to your professional dive team who have spent many hours drysuit diving.Drysuit diving takes time to master, but with our expert tips and techniques you will avoid the common problems and potential hazards that people occur because they do not attend this type of trainingWhat Materials will I use during the SSI Dry Suit Diving Speciality?As part of our course you will be provided with the SSI Dry Suit Elearning for you to read and complete the required knowledge reviews which will be reviewed with your Instructor.How Long will the SSI Dry Suit Diving Speciality Take?Over and above the pre-read, you will attend one confined water session and one day in open water (the published date is for the open water element)Any Other Costs?Not included is the entrance fees for the open water site and personal travel costsWhat is my next adventure after the SSI Drysuit Diver?Come diving in the UK or on any of our trips, after all that is why you qualified as a diver to go diving, have adventures and make friends - yes?DatesOn 'booking' this course, we will release the elearning materials via the SSI app.Dates advertised ARE THE OPEN WATER DATES, confined water training required BEFORESSI Drysuit Diver and Navigation SpecialityComplete both the Dry suit and Navigation specialities on the same day, consisting of three dives. These specialities have overlap of skills

The lure of exploring sunken vessels, airplanes, cars, tanks, rigs and more is something most divers can not resistSSI Advanced Wreck Speciality Course Overview The SSI Advanced Wreck Speciality provides you with the training to lay a single guideline that does not require you to make navigation decisions, in a wreck that has clearly visible entry points and allows access to the surface in and emergency. The sum of depth and the penetration distance is not to exceed 40 metres but depends on your maximum training depth. If qualified to 30 metres then the sum of depth and penetration is 30 metresThis Speciality certification also counts as one of the four Speciality certifications required for your SSI Master Scuba Diver certification.

The Instructor Evaluation (IE) is the final step of SSI’s 2-Step Instructor Training Approach Divemasters or equivalent-level professionals will have to successfully complete the Instructor Training Course (ITC) first where you’ll learn how to: • Conduct academic sessions • Lead confined water training • Teach Open Water Diver and various Specialty programs like Enriched Air Nitrox, Diver Stress&Rescue, Perfect Buoyancy and more • Develop student management and communication skills Already an experienced instructor with another agency? You may be eligible for shortened oboarding options where you will only have to complete certain parts of the Instructor Training Course (ITC) followed by passing an Instructor Evaluation (IE). Get in touch to discuss. Already certified as an Assistant Instructor with another agency? You could continue your professional journey with SSI. Get in touch to explore your options

Get yourself to Malta: Flight: Gatwick to Malta: LS3153: 18th Oct 14:15Oct 19th - 24th Diving and Sight Seeing GozoOct 25th Flight: Malta to Gatwick: LS3154: 25th Oct 19:20`QualificationThere is no minimum qualification as this can be a training trip or a dive trip.  NB: To dive the Karwela, you must be certified to dive to 40 metres.  To penetrate the wreck, you will need your SSI Advanced Wreck Diver certification and we highly recommend combining it with Nitrox Diver to extend your bottom time.Number of Spaces10 or 12 (10 divers / 2 non divers or 12 divers) spaces are available but more can be added potentially but subject to availability of accomodation and flights - pricing will alter accordinglyPrice   £1100 - Credit / Debit Card Pricing£985 - BACSIf you wish to pay by BACS (trip price will be reduced - DO NOT BOOK FROM THIS PRODUCT .. drop an email or message to info@diverutland.comPrice Includes7 nights Self Catering at a Luxurious Farmhouse Villas (https://www.calypsodivers.com/farmhouse-villas) accommodation (we can sort out breakfasts, eating out or cooking in the evenings between the group)10 Cylinder Dive package (cylinder - 10 or 12L and weights) - more can be addedMalta Environmental ChargeTransfers from Malta Airport to accomodation and back (assumes all travelling on same flight - extra charges may apply if you choose a different flight).Ferry from Malta to GozoNitrox if qualifiedDrinking WaterTransfer to Dive Sites and back to Dive Centre1 Car Hire - shared - to allow runs to Supermarket, to and from dive centre (hill involved) etc.Extras: FlightsDive Equipment Hire FoodRecommended to have dive and travel insurance - we have an affilation with Dive Master insurance or Dive AssureHire Prices from Dive Centre Gozo Wetsuit 5mm, BCD, regulator, fins, boots, mask, snorkel - 20 EURO / DayDive Computer - 6 EURO / DiveTorch - 6 EURO / Dive15L Cylinder Surcharge - 3 EURO / DiveNight / Early Morning Dive - 12 EURO / DivePayment TermsNormal diver etiquette and club ethos payment terms apply regarding this trip. Once your deposit has been received, you will be committed to the full payment including interim and final payments. In case of cancellation by you, any deposit, interim payment or final payment is non-refundable unless a replacement diver can be found.The payment schedule if not paying by BACS is as followsDeposit - £300 - immediateInterim Payment - £300 - 1st Jan 2026Final Payment - £500 - 1st June 2026Trip Terms and ConditionsThis trip is subject to Dive Rutland Terms and Conditions AND to the Terms and conditions of the charter.FAQAre non divers able to come?- absolutely we have two non diving spaces available.  Trip price paid via BACS is £585

Cold water. Wild coastline. Huge grey seals. A proper UK diving weekend with real character.If you want a dive trip that feels different from the usual training weekend or easy inland circuit, this is it. The Farne Islands sit just off the Northumberland coast and deliver one of the most memorable marine life encounters in UK diving. Expect dramatic island scenery, boat diving from Seahouses, and the chance to share the water with curious grey seals in one of Britain’s most iconic wildlife-rich dive locations.This trip is built for divers who want more than just ticks in a logbook. It is about autumn adventure, seal encounters, cool-water marine life, and a great social weekend away with other divers. Whether you are booking with a buddy or coming on your own, this is the kind of trip people talk about long after the last dive.The itinerary has been kept simple so you know exactly what the weekend looks like.  https://diverutland.com/products/dive-rutland-farnes-dive-trip

An evening of food, drink, chat and micky taking with a great bunch of people what a better way to spend an evening. Get the date in your diary - evening is free to club members, non club members a small £5.00 donation for food.

Take your diving skills up a level with the Finning Techniques Workshop at Dive Rutland. This in-pool session focuses on precision, control, and efficiency – helping you fin with purpose, not just motion. Ideal for all divers looking to improve trim, reduce air consumption, and glide through the water with ease.What You’ll Learn in the Finning Techniques Workshop:(Subject to current skillset)Flutter KickFrog KickModified TechniquesBack KickHelicopter TurnsWho is the Finning Techniques Workshop For:Whether you’re newly qualified or preparing for technical diving, this workshop will sharpen your core skills and help minimise your environmental impact with better propulsion control.Join us and learn to move like a pro — with less effort, more control, and better buoyancy.