Youth Scuba Program: 5 SDI Certifications for Ages 10-17

5 SDI Certifications · Ages 10-17 · $899 (a $266 savings) · ESA / ClassWallet accepted

Scuba asks something of a kid that few activities do. It asks them to stay calm, trust their training, work with a buddy, and solve problems in a place where focus really matters. The Youth Scuba Program takes divers ages 10 to 17 from their very first pool session all the way to five SDI certifications, starting with a full Open Water course and adding four specialties on top. The whole path is $899, which saves $266 over booking the courses one at a time.

Along the way they'll learn the physics and physiology behind diving, how to read marine life and navigate a site, and the safety procedures that make them a capable, self-aware diver. Just as much of the program happens above the surface, in the teamwork, leadership, and steady confidence that come from being trusted with a real skill. Every certification they earn is theirs for life.

The Courses in the Program

Open Water Scuba Diver

The full SDI Open Water certification, and the foundation for everything else. Your child learns the material online, trains in the pool, and certifies on real open water dives.

Computer Nitrox

Diving on enriched air gives longer bottom time and shorter waits between dives, so they get more out of every tank.

Underwater Navigation

Reading a compass and the natural landmarks around them so they can find a site and get back on their own, without relying on a guide.

Shore & Beach Diver

Entering and exiting from shore and reading surf and conditions, so they can dive without needing a boat.

Advanced Buoyancy Control

Hovering, trim, and air control, so they move through the water with ease instead of fighting it.

What Your Child Will Learn

The program goes well beyond the checklist of skills. Students study the physics and physiology of diving, marine life, navigation, and the safety procedures every diver relies on. They also build the things that carry over onto dry land: teamwork, leadership, focus, and the confidence that comes from earning something real.

Why Enroll in the Youth Scuba Program

• Five certifications for $899. That's a $266 savings over booking the courses separately, and the cards are theirs for life.
• It builds skills that outlast the summer. Teamwork, leadership, calm under pressure, and real responsibility carry into school, sports, and everyday life.
• ESA and ClassWallet accepted. Arizona families can often cover the program through their education funds.
• Patient, attentive instruction. We move at your child's pace and never rush a young diver through a skill they aren't ready for.

Program Details

• Ages: 10 to 17. Parental consent is required for students under 18.
• Gear to bring: Students provide their own mask, fins, boots, and snorkel. We supply the rest of the equipment.
• Payment: ESA and ClassWallet accepted. Package pricing applies when all five courses are purchased together.
• Location: Dive Arizona, Queen Creek, Arizona.

Frequently Asked Questions

What certifications will my child earn?

Five SDI certifications: Open Water Scuba Diver, Computer Nitrox, Underwater Navigation, Shore & Beach Diver, and Advanced Buoyancy Control.

What ages is the program for?

Ages 10 to 17. Parental consent is required for anyone under 18. If you have a younger child, ask us about the SDI Future Buddies Program for ages 8 and 9.

Does my child need any diving experience to start?

No. The program begins with the full Open Water course, so your child learns to dive from scratch. No prior experience is needed.

What gear do we need to buy?

Students bring their own mask, fins, boots, and snorkel. We provide the rest of the equipment for the course.

Can I use ESA or ClassWallet to pay?

Yes. We accept both ESA and ClassWallet, so many Arizona families are able to cover the program through their education funds.

How much does the program save us?

Booked one course at a time, the five courses total $1,165. The program price is $899, so you save $266.

Ready to Enroll

To get your child started, register at divearizona.com, email amanda@divearizona.com, or call us at (480) 881-4013, and we'll find class dates that fit your family's schedule.