February and we are in the midst of an awesome season, the tourists have gone home and the locals are now out of hiding starting to enjoy the real summer weather at beaches less crowded than the weeks before.
The Palau getaway needs a few more names to be viable. Stop thinking about it! Come along and join us on a really great trip, on the other end of the stick- the Great Barrier reef getaway is now fully booked.
Please make certain you have completed the booking form and you are ready to dive the biggest coral reef in the world.
February also is Valentines month and we are celebrating with our annual Valentines day Sale.
Now we all know there is really nothing sweeter that chocolate on Valentines Day but, if you are looking for something a little more creative to show your love one how much you care, then look no further.
PRO DIVE have a unique range of gifts and what's more there all on sale!
With so much choice, make sure you head in and grab yourself a bargain plus show someone you really care about them with an awesome gift of premium quality scuba diving equipment.
Today is first day of the sale and we're open late tonight.
Equipment on sale & in store now!!!
WAS
NOW
BCD, Reg & Occy
$1297
$820
Gauges
$366
$179
Dive Computers
$599
$329
Dive Slates
$18
$10.99
Dive Knives
$99
$59.99
Hurry- Sale ends February 14th 2010.
Time to get out there and start diving, this is the time you promised yourself to go diving so "Lets go diving"
Palau in 2010Dive getaway
Boat Licence course
LEARN HOW TO DRIVE A BOAT- for work or play
SEA SCHOOL AUSTRALIA is one of Australia's leading maritime training schools and offers a range of 5 star courses to suit the raw beginner right up to a Master of a vessel at sea.
Bob Diaz holds a Master Class Five, Captains' competency certificate and after thirty five years of running dive boats
successfully in and along the coast you will gather valuable experience to gain your own Boat Licence, right here on the Central Coast.
All Boat licence courses are action packed! We focus on your skills to complete practical tasks and procedures, operational duties, crew drills and emergency response. The qualified and friendly instructors know boating from stem to stern!
I will show you what to do and how to do it, with hands on experience aboard one of our training vessels, then further reinforcement through detailed Boat licence workbooks with questions and answers.
Yes- It's industry relevant, smart training, all completed in a timely manner, for the best price, of course!
Your achievements are well recognised both nationally and internationally and perfect for those considering a career in the maritime or tourism industries.
Better yet! The learning outcomes are always the same - SUCCESS!
Boat licence courses: Price: $125.00 per person
Course suitable for 12 years and over: Presentation, Review, and Boat Licence Test
Time: 8.30am to 12 noon
Includes: Step by step presentation by a qualified trainer; Handbook, Tide Table, Statement of Attainment and Course Completion Report.
Free: If you are not successful in the test, return for free until you pass. That’s the Sea School guarantee.
There is also a practical boating course where each participant will gain skills and confidence as well as time at the wheel of the 6.6m training vessel with a 225hp Johnson Ocean Pro outboard.
Practical boating course:
3-4 hours of Practical Boat Training, in a small group
(BYO food and drinks)
When: 1.00pm to 4.00pm or by arrangement Mon-Wed-Fri Price: $150 per person
To enrol in both courses Theory and Practical ($275) Call 4389 3483 to book.
Course Dates;
Thursday, February 25th at 8:30 am
Saturday, February 27th at 8:30 am
HMAS Adelaide update
The Ex HMAS Adelaide is well on its way to becoming a scuttled artificial reef. A date for the event is now a reality so mark your calendars to Saturday, 27th of March. This is the official date set but, still up in the air as far as weather is concerned.
I am praying for a great weather window because bad weather could hold us off for a few months!
Not what we want at this point in time.
The vessel is around 75% to 80% complete. Huge holes have been chased into the hull for divers. The engine room has been cleaned, all major machinery has been completely stripped and wiped clean, the lead ballast has been removed and most bilge waters have been pumped out.
This only leaves tidy up work and general safety items to finish off with.
This what you are waiting for, the holes to be finished are clearly visible
Can you wait till March!!!
A Great Barrier Reef getaway
Here is a great place to:
Share dive stories
Read reviews on the latest gear in store
Discuss diving with other divers
Plus, it provides a space to show off your new dive photos from the weekend dives.
To stay updated with weekly dive trips, weekends away, overseas holidays and the dive community in general-
Log onto FACEBOOK,
Go to Groups
Search for
“Pro-Dive Central Coast”
Click “ Join this group” and I will give you access.
Join the Getaway crew for another awesome long weekend of scuba diving to theGreat Barrier Reef
Imagine yourself here on Australia's Great Barrier reef, diving with tropical fish, exploring the reef as often as you like in the company of really great people.
Cairns in far north Queensland is the diving capital of the world. Less than a three hour flight from the Central Coast. Home to the worlds best tropical diving areas.
The reef as it is affectionately known by the locals, is home to many diverse and fascinating creatures. You will be delighted at the beauty and splendour we take for granted. Step walls of coral that plummet into the ocean depths, swim thru's and caves, ledges and slots all beckoning the diver onwards and into the next dive site.
Fish of all colours, sizes and varieties. Photo opportunities at every level and so much life you will wonder if it will ever end.
Cruise dates: Saturday June 12th to 14th, 2010.
Don't hesitate to book on this fantastic getaway. (Spots are limited to only twenty divers on this
June Long weekend getaway). SORRY, FULLY BOOKED
The Great Barrier reef getaway is now full. I have no spaces left.
Book your airfares to get cheaper prices now to avoid disappointment.
Full payment is required by 12th of April, 2010
Make certain to fill in the booking form and you are ready to dive the biggest coral reef in the world.
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Solomon Islands 2010 dive getaway
Courses
PADI Advanced Diver Course
Exploration, Excitement, Experiences
This is what the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about-
No, you don’t have to be “advanced” to take it – this course is designed so you can go straight into it after the PADI Open Water Diver course.
This course builds on what you have learnt and develops new capabilities by introducing you to new activities and new ways to have fun scuba diving.
You will hone your skills by completing five adventure dives that introduce you to activities like underwater navigation, drift diving and deeper diving techniques typically anywhere from 18-30 metres.
The Fun Part: Your Choice
One reason you will love the Advanced Open Water Diver course is that you and your instructor choose from fifteen types of Adventure dives to complete your course. You can try your hand at digital underwater photography, wreck diving, night diving, peak performance buoyancy, drift diving, marine awareness and much more.
We have chosen drift diving, underwater naturalist, peak performance buoyancy and night diving- combine these with underwater navigation and deep diving and you possess the knowledge to dive all the locations we offer.
Get credit!
Each Adventure Dive in the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course may be credited towards the first dive of the corresponding PADI Specialty Diver course.
What You Learn
The knowledge and skills you learn, vary with your interest and the dive adventures you have but will include;
Practical aspects of deep diving
Physiological effects of deeper scuba diving.
More ways to use your underwater compass
How to navigate using kick-cycles, visual landmarks and time
How to better use your dive computer and electronic Recreational Dive Planner TM (eRDPTM)
The finer skills of diving at night
diving in a current
And more, depending upon the Adventure dives you choose
The Scuba Gear You Use
You use all the basic scuba gear including your underwater compass. Depending upon which three adventure dives you pick, you may also try out underwater photography-, a dive light on your night dive, lift bags, in the Search and recovery dive or other specialty gear.
The Learning Materials You Need
PADI’s Adventures in Diving Manual provides information on more than 16 types of specialty diving-
You will use them as a guidebook to improve your diving skills and prepare for new experiences and adventures.
Curious about night diving?
Flip to the night diving chapter. Once you have previewed the skills, your instructor will guide you on your first night diving adventure.
Having trouble with underwater navigation?
Review the underwater navigation section then sign up for the Navigation Adventure Dive with your PADI Instructor.
Prerequisites
To take this course, you must be:
A PADI Open water diver (or qualifying certification from another training organization)
15 years old (12 for Junior Open Water Diver)
Your Next Adventure
After you have tried a specialty in the Adventures in Diving course, you will probably want to take the whole course and learn more.
Book online 24/7 with our exclusive secure booking engine
Cost is $295
Explorer Dive club meeting
The next dive club meeting is on Wednesday, the 10th of February, 2010 at 7:30pm.
Come along and bring a friend with you for a few hours of like minded socialising and fun.
Wayne is on holidays but still turn up at 7 pm for our mystery chefs' awesome sausage sizzle.
Club memberships are due in January. Membership forms are available here
Testimonials
Course was very straight forward- Great having a deep pool for first weekend. Very organised, felt safe in a great learning environment. David M. Mundaring
Patient, reassuring manner of instructors- especially when first using scuba equipment. Gave me self confidence and interest in diving again. Melanie D. Wyoming
Good combination of theory and practical. Excellent patience, never rushing any education. Great location and friendly service, John D. Green Point. NSW
PADI’s Adventures in Diving Manual provides information on more than 16 types of specialty diving- 
