Discover Scuba
Diving
Not sure if scuba diving is for you? Experience the magic of breathing underwater in our safe, heated pool. A 1.5-hour taster session that could change your life forever.
Session Syllabus
Pre-Dive Briefing
Your instructor covers the basics of scuba equipment, hand signals, and what to expect underwater. No prior knowledge needed.
Equipment Familiarisation
Get fitted with your BCD, regulator, mask, fins, and wetsuit. All equipment is included and professionally maintained.
Shallow Water Skills
Practice breathing underwater, clearing your mask, and basic buoyancy in the shallow end of our heated pool.
Guided Pool Dive
Explore the pool with your instructor by your side. Experience true weightlessness and the magic of breathing underwater.
Post-Dive Debrief
Discuss your experience, ask questions, and find out how to progress to the full PADI Open Water Diver course.
What to Expect
Prerequisites
- No prior diving experience required
- Must be 10 years or older
- Basic swimming ability
- Reasonably good health, no serious medical conditions
- Complete a simple medical questionnaire on the day
Schedule & Location
When: Monday evenings, meet 6:45pm, pool 7:30–9:00pm
Where: Padiham Leisure Centre, Park Road, Padiham, Burnley, BB12 8ED
What's included: All equipment hire, instructor supervision, post-session debrief
Special offer: 2 people for £50 — bring a friend!
Next step: Progress to the full PADI Open Water Diver course
Why Train With East Lancs Diving
PADI Certified Course
Internationally recognised Try Dive certification, valid at 6,200+ dive centres worldwide
PADI Elite Instructors
Taught by PADI-rated instructors with 55+ years combined experience and an outstanding safety record
Safety First Standards
Full PADI safety protocols, emergency oxygen on site, and small student-to-instructor ratios for maximum safety
Globally Recognised
PADI is the world's leading scuba diver training organisation. Your certification is accepted everywhere
Your First Dive from
Just £30
Join us on a Monday evening and discover why hundreds of people have fallen in love with scuba diving through East Lancs Diving. Bring a friend — 2 for £50!