Private Scuba Classes
Safe, structured, individualized training for youth, families, and divers who want a personalized experience.
About Private Classes
Private scuba classes offer a flexible, comfortable, and personalized training experience. Any course we offer can be taken privately, and our team will help you build a schedule that fits your family or group.
Our most popular private program is the Private Open Water Diver Certification, which allows families and friend groups to learn at their own pace with a dedicated instructor.
Private training follows the same standards as our group classes. The difference is that your instructor works exclusively with your group. Because private sessions replace a group class, pricing is adjusted based on the number of participants and the time required — not as an added fee, but simply because the class is reserved for your group alone.
Who Private Classes Are For
Youth ages 10 and 11. Maximum of two students. Parents are strongly encouraged to take the class with their youth and be their dive buddy.
Divers who are nervous about scuba. Private classes offer a slower pace, more time in the pool, and individualized coaching.
Divers with physical challenges. Additional time, support, and flexibility help ensure a safe and successful experience.
Families and groups. Scouting units, friend groups, and families who want an exclusive training experience may schedule private classes for up to eight participants.
Anyone who wants a lower student-to-instructor ratio. Private classes provide a more spread-out approach than our Weekender Program.
Private Options for All Courses
Our most popular private program is the Private Open Water Diver Certification, which allows families and friend groups to learn at their own pace with a dedicated instructor.
Private scheduling is also available for all other programs, including:
- Advanced and continuing education courses
- Rescue Diver and specialty programs
- Refresher and reactivation sessions
- Scouting programs
- Weekender programs
To explore all available courses, visit our full catalog:
Most eLearning materials are available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Arabic, French, and others. This allows families to learn in the language they are most comfortable with, even if in-person training is conducted in English.
How to Sign Up
Because these are specialized programs, we request in-person sign up during our published shop hours. Our staff will help you choose dates, review requirements, and ensure your group is scheduled for the correct class format.
