Who are we?

Ø       A group of people actively involved in Scuba Diving and Training

How are we organized?

Ø       The British Sub Aqua Club is our regulating body. Day to day running is by a committee elected by the members.

Ø       We, as a local branch, also have an elected committee to make the decisions in respect of normally running. All major decisions are voted on by the Club as a whole.

When do we meet?

Ø       Wednesday evenings at The Leeds Aquatics Centre (located at the John Charles Centre for Sport) from just after 7pm.

Ø       Pool session 8.00pm to 9.00pm

Ø       After the pool session, in a local pub from just after 9pm.

What do we do?

Ø       We arrange training in Scuba Diving from absolute beginners to advanced levels of diving and ancillary skills. Training is carried out by nationally qualified instructors, each of whom volunteers their services.

Ø       Qualified divers come along to the pool for a swim.

Ø       Diving trips are arranged by Members, for groups of members, to various destinations in the UK and abroad. This has consisted of 2 to 30+.

What will it cost initially?

Ø       Membership to the Club is £177 in the first year including books, and £124 thereafter. There are reductions for students and families (Pro rata fees if you join mid year).

Ø       Entry to the pool costs £2.00.

Ø       Mask, fins and snorkel will cost about £50/£60 depending on your personal choice.

What do you get for your membership?

Ø       Free Pool Training             Diver Manual               Student Notes

Ø       Qualification Record Book            Dive Magazine (Monthly)

Ø       Third Party Insurance                     Free air fills (the Club has its own compressor)

Ø       Subsidised use of 2 club boats (in some cases no charge!).

What costs are involved in Open Water Training?

Ø       A charge of £18 per day is made to reimburse the Instructor’s costs.

Ø       Capernwray Dive Centre http://www.dive-site.co.uk/ - £12 entry fee + £5.00 registration fee + £10 when qualified

Ø       A full set of diving gear is needed. Some equipment can be hired at £3 per day. Other equipment can be hired from local dive shops.

Ø       A basic set of diving equipment can be bought as a single purchase for around £1200.

Ø       Second hand equipment can be obtained through adverts at the Club, and in local papers.

Come along and make lots of new friends!!!

Useful website: www.dive-leeds.com

Contact Francis Lintott, Diving Officer on 0113 268 5354 who will be happy to answer any questions

or

           Steve McGhee, Training Officer at Steve McGhee