Join Puerto Rico’s most amazing year-round swim and scuba training club for kids ages 8-14, running since 2000, where young divers learn responsibility, respect, and marine conservation through 15 progressive PADI AquaMissions covering everything from basic equipment assembly, underwater breathing, and buoyancy control to advanced skills like compass navigation, underwater photography, search and recovery, rescue techniques, wreck diving, fish identification, and even night diving—all under direct supervision of certified PADI Instructors in our heated 12-foot deep pool. Every Wednesday from 3:30pm to 6:30pm, participants progress from PADI Seal Team Member (AquaMissions 1-5) to PADI Master Seal certification (AquaMissions 6-15), plus enjoy epic monthly adventures on the 1st Saturday of each month exploring exciting dive destinations around Puerto Rico where friends and family can safely participate too. Book now and dive into adventure every week!
Program Details:
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Schedule: Every Wednesday, 3:30pm – 6:30pm
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Age Range: 8-14 years old
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Location: Dive & Aquatic Center @ Guaynabo
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Pool: 40′ x 20′ heated swimming pool with modified 12′ deep area
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Prerequisites: No prior scuba experience required; kids should be comfortable in water
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Duration: Year-round club program with weekly training sessions
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Drop-off: 30 minutes early permitted (3:00pm) to facilitate logistics and punctuality
Weekly Training Structure:
Stage 1: Briefing & Setup (3:30pm – 4:00pm)
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Review all skills and training plan with certified PADI Instructors
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Setup scuba units and prepare equipment
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Videos, quizzes, games, and Q&A sessions
Stage 2: Swim & Scuba Training (4:00pm – 6:00pm)
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Swimming (30 minutes): Water safety practice to strengthen aquatic skills
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Scuba Diving (90 minutes): Progressive training starting in shallow water with basic skills like proper breathing techniques, neutral buoyancy, underwater signals with buddies, then advancing to photography, videography, rescue scenarios, search & recovery, fish identification, underwater navigation, and more
Stage 3: Over & Out (6:00pm – 6:30pm)
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Put away gear and equipment
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Fill out logbooks
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Constructive debriefing sessions with PADI professionals
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Post-pool snacks time
PADI Training Program – 15 AquaMissions:
AquaMissions 1-5 (Basic Skills):
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Equipment assembly and setup
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Underwater breathing techniques
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Buoyancy control
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Underwater hand signals
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Safety exercises and emergency procedures
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Problem-solving skills (mask leaks, regulator recovery, etc.)
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Certification: PADI Seal Team Member recognition level
AquaMissions 6-15 (Advanced Skills):
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Compass navigation
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Underwater photography
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Search and recovery techniques
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Rescue skills
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Wreck diving
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Fish identification
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Night diving
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Videography
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Certification: PADI Master Seal certification
Epic Monthly Adventures:
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1st Saturday of every month: Field trips to exciting dive destinations around Puerto Rico
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Family-inclusive experiences where friends and family can safely participate
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Dive destinations and rates vary per month
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Open to both certified and non-certified participants
What’s Included:
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“Crewpack” education materials with book, logbook, sticker, and brochure
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Scuba gear rental (regulator, BCD, and tanks)
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Swimming and scuba training in heated pool
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Dive theory safety briefing and review
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Direct supervision by PADI certified professionals
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Training materials like compass, lift bags, and buoys
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Excellent facilities with lockers, showers, restrooms, classroom with A/C, and fluorescent “Dog Cave” retail area
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Official PADI Seal Team recognition certification
Program Benefits:
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Teaches responsibility and respect for the aquatic realm
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Deep sense of appreciation for marine conservation
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Safe, fun-filled environment for all skill levels
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Progressive learning with step-by-step mastery
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Builds confidence and problem-solving skills underwater
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Creates lasting friendships with fellow young divers
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Encourages teamwork and buddy system values
Requirements:
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Minimum age 8 years old, maximum 14 years old
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Must be comfortable in water
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Parental approval required
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Registration forms signed by participant and guardian
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Must watch Youth in Diving – Risks & Responsibilities Video
Note: PADI Seal Team certification is not valid for open water diving; at age 10, kids can enroll in Junior Open Water Diver certification for actual open water diving
Established since 2000, the SEAL TEAM CLUB creates unforgettable underwater experiences that instill lifelong love, understanding, and commitment to marine conservation in young divers!











































