Scuba Refresher Course Cape Town

Cape Town Scuba Dive Centre

Scuba Courses

Refresher Course

Haven’t dived in a while? Brush up on your skills and rebuild your confidence before heading back into open water.

Duration

1 Day

Max Depth

Pool Session only

Min Age

10 Years Old

Dives

Can be booked for after your Refresher

Pool Sessions

Confined Water

Price

From R3,200

Course Overview

Continue Your Lifetime Diving Journey

Are you a certified scuba diver but you haven't dived for a while? You might have forgotten some of the important aspects of scuba diving. Don’t worry, we are here to help. The PADI Refresher Course has been especially designed with you in mind.

With this refresher we will have you back in tip-top shape in no time and soon you’ll be ready to get back into the water with confidence.

This course covers all the essentials to get you back in the saddle so to speak, such as the theory that you would have learned in your Open Water Course as well as a practical pool dive.

We run these from Monday through to Saturday so if you are on a tight schedule not to worry we can make a plan to get you booked in and back in the water.

Smiling diver giving the OK hand signal to an instructor

Why Choose Us

Free pick-up from hotel (central city area)

Both PADI & TripAdvisor certificates of excellence won

Best dive instructors & dive masters

Good quality well maintained scuba equipment

Strong emphasis on safety & quality

Pricing

OUR TRAINING PHILOSOPHY: Don’t train until you get it right, train until you can’t get it wrong.

Time in the pool to get you ready for the ocean again. Take as much time as you need as your Instructor will ask you if there is anything you would like to focus on. To ensure you come out feeling confident and ready for your next diving adventure.

From R3,200

Possible Upgrades

Want to join us for some Boat or Shore dives after your refresher with us! We can organize these dives with you to put your pool session to the test and get you back into the Ocean.

Prerequisites

PADI Open Water Certified ( Another Organization certified at equivalent level ), be at least 10 years old, be reasonably healthy.

Cirriculum

What You'll Learn

DIVE SKILLS & SAFETY

Review the essential skills, procedures and safety practices you need for comfortable, confident diving before getting back into the water.

BUOYANCY & DIVE CONTROL

Fine tune your buoyancy, trim, breathing and equipment control for a more relaxed, comfortable and enjoyable dive experience.

EQUIPMENT & DIVE PREPARATION

Refresh your knowledge of scuba equipment, buddy checks, dive planning and preparation so you can approach your next dive feeling ready and organised.

CONFIDENCE TO DIVE AGAIN

Get comfortable underwater, rebuild your confidence and make sure your skills are fresh before returning to regular scuba diving.

INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT & CONFIDENCE

Take a moment to think about anything you’re feeling unsure or nervous about before your next dive. Ask your instructor questions, talk through your concerns and focus on the areas where you’d like a little extra guidance so you can feel more confident and prepared.

ONLINE THEORY SUPPORT

Get extra help with your online theory whenever you need it. Reach out to your instructor with questions, talk through anything you’re unsure about and focus on the topics you’d like to feel more confident with before your next dive.

2-Day Program

The Course Structure

Day 1

Theory

Knowledge development this takes roughly 2-4 hours online to ensure you refresh your knowledge on the equipment, planning and safety of. scuba diving. If you have any questions your PADI Instructor will be happy to help you.

Day 2

Pool Session

We take you to the pool where you can refresh and practise your essential scuba diving skills in a calm, controlled environment. With the guidance of our experienced instructor. It’s the perfect opportunity to get comfortable underwater again, rebuild your confidence and make sure your skills are fresh before heading back out on open water dives.

Why Choose CT Dive School

Unmatched Quality & Safety

PADI 5-STAR IDC CENTRE

Top tier certification standard recognizing highest standards of diver training, safety and customer service.

MAX 4 STUDENTS

We guarantee small groups per instructor to ensure close personal attention, optimal safety, and customized training.

DIVERSE MARINE LIFE

Cape Town's unique temperate reefs feature ancient kelp forests, historic wrecks, playful seals and spectacular biodiversity.

ALL EQUIPMENT INCLUDED

No hidden costs. Premium wetsuits, regulators, masks, fins, and cylinders are fully included in the price.

EXPERT INSTRUCTORS

Learn from highly experienced, certified ocean professionals who live and breathe Cape Town diving.

QUICK OVERVIEW

Key Highlights

Minimum duration 1 day

Preparing for the course via e-learning homework

Day 1: 2-4 Hour Pool Session

Option of upgrading and booking some Shore or Boat Dives with us after completion

Course can be conducted around your schedule

Bring swimsuit/sunscreen/towel and snacks

Minimum age: PADI Junior Open Water 10 years / PADI Open Water 15 years

Requirements

Course Prerequisites

Before diving, ensure you meet PADI’s basic health and swimming requirements. Be a PADI Open Water diver or equivalent!

PADI Open Water License or Equivalent

Medical questionnaire clearance (or doctor's note)

Minimum age of 10 years

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to do a refresher?

If you haven’t dived for about 6 months, or you feel a bit rusty, we recommend that you do a refresher course. It will greatly enhance your experience once you then proceed to dive in the ocean afterwards, and you will feel a lot more comfortable under water. As with everything with diving, if you feel unsure, err on the safe side.

What do I need to bring with?

You need to bring with a towel, your swimming clothes, sun cream and a snack to eat.

Can I do a refresher course if I did a PADI Discover Scuba Experience?

You cannot do a refresher course if you only did a PADI Discover Scuba Experience. We recommend that you either do another PADI Discover Scuba Experience if you are limited in time, or that you do a PADI Open Water Course and become a certified diver.

Do I need to bring my own diving equipment?

No. We can provide the necessary scuba equipment for your refresher. If you haveyour own equipment and would like to use it, you’re welcome to bring it along.

Is the refresher a test?

No. The aim is to help you become comfortable and confident underwater again. Your instructor will guide you through the skills and give you plenty of opportunity to practise.

What if I feel nervous about diving again?

That’s completely normal. A refresher gives you the time and support to ease back intoscuba diving at a comfortable pace, with an instructor there to guide you throughout.

Will I receive a new certification?

Yes, you will receive a new PADI Re-Activate E-Card from PADI after the completion of your refresher with us.

All-inclusive training

What's Included in the fee

PADI Digital Learning Materials

Premium Scuba Gear Rental

PADI Certification Processing & Card

Safety Gear and Diver's Insurance

Experienced Dive Instructor and small groups

1 Pool session

Photo Gallery

Underwater Scenes & Diving Moments

Testimonials

What our divers say

My wife and I had a really great time diving with Into the Blue Cape Town in May. The gear you get is very good, including Scubapro Seawing Nova fins, 7mm wetsuits, gloves, boots, and even an extra vest to wear under the wetsuit. The water was quite cold at around 14°C, and since I normally only dive in tropical waters, I was a bit unsure at first. But with the gear provided, I was absolutely fine for the whole dive. My wife did shiver at the end of dives though. You could stop the dives at any time and one of the dive master would get you to the boat. We had an amazing time in the kelp forest and even saw a pyjama shark. On our first dive at North Paw, we were also lucky enough to see a seal right at the end of the dive, which was a really nice surprise. The whole day was very well organized and the service was excellent. Everyone was friendly, professional, and made us feel comfortable. Unfortunately, we had to leave for the Garden Route the next day, otherwise we would definitely have booked another dive with them. Overall, it was a really great experience, and next time I am in Cape Town, I will for sure dive with Into the Blue again. Highly recommended.

Into the Blue took our family group of 10 out snorkelling and scuba diving. They were great in accommodating both the snorkellers and divers needs at the same time and keeping everyone happy. They went out of there way to make it such a special day, taking us to different sites and providing snacks and hot drinks after the dive /snorkel. Thank you so much ‘Into the Blue’! What a fantastic day!

Thurl Abrahams

Great experience diving today - double tank dives in the kelp was an incredible experience...especially with the seals! It was cold...so be prepared! But the kit was great quality, the safety briefings were perfect and the diving with James as our dive guide was brilliant. Thank you to the full team...if you are in Cape Town...dive it!

Alex James

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