ANDARK DIVING SCHOOL
Learn to Scuba Dive with Andark Diving
With over 30 years experience of teaching Scuba Diving, Andark can offer a vast choice of Scuba Diving Lessons/Qualifications for every need from Padi Openwater & Padi Advanced to Instructor Level. Achieve your PADI Scuba Diving Qualification with us.
Andark’s on-site heated swimming pool , purpose built diver training lake, classrooms and free car parking makes learning to scuba diving so easy.
Whether you are new to scuba diving or are an experienced diver looking for new challenges, Andark Diving can offer you a wide range of scuba diving courses from Padi Discover Scuba Experience up to professional Instructor level qualifications and a variety of non-diving courses.
Our Facilities
We know you’ll be impressed with the facilities that Andark has to offer, from our on-site indoor heated pool with a 3.4 metres deep end giving a realistic simulation of open water diving, Open water diving lake 60m x 40m which is 7m deep with training platforms at 1.5m and 3.5m, 3 on-site air-conditioned classrooms, and modern well-maintained equipment. All this is complemented by one of the largest retail facilities on the south coast. Don’t forget to ask for your Andark student discount once booked on your course.
Our Instructors
Andark’s team of 4 full time, and many part time instructors has an impressive amount of knowledge and experience in all diving areas, as well as in years!
The team is dedicated to offering a professional and safe environment to learn in, without forgetting the important aspects of learning, helping you to relax and have fun.
Carl Yates, our training Manager and PADI Course Director, coordinates the team and maintains a system of continuing quality control that guarantees the best possible service available. Learn more about our instructors on our ‘Meet the Team‘ page.
WHAT DIVER ARE YOU?
Beginner, Explorer or Pro?…
LEARN TO DIVE
The adventure starts here!
You can start your scuba certification here on a PADI Open Water course. This allows you to dive anywhere in the world up to 18m/60ft. If you would prefer to trial scuba before heading out into the open water, we offer Discover Scuba Diving sessions in the pool where we will take you through the basics, practise putting on the scuba equipment and guide you to take your first breaths underwater.
The adventure starts here!
You can start your scuba certification here on a PADI Open Water course. This allows you to dive anywhere in the world up to 18m/60ft. If you would prefer to trial scuba before heading out into the open water, we offer Discover Scuba Diving sessions in the pool where we will take you through the basics, practise putting on the scuba equipment and guide you to take your first breaths underwater.
KEEP DIVING
Continue your scuba education!
Now that you’re a certified diver there are so many avenues to explore. Maybe you’re an eco warrior and want to learn more about scuba conservation on our AWARE courses or you would like to dive deeper and understand more science behind the sport on one of our TEC courses. The best place to continue your journey is on our PADI Advanced Open Water course where you will be taught how to dive up to 30m/100 feet and includes 5 specialty dives.
Continue your scuba education!
Now that you’re a certified diver there are so many avenues to explore. Maybe you’re an eco warrior and want to learn more about scuba conservation on our AWARE courses or you would like to dive deeper and understand more science behind the sport on one of our TEC courses. The best place to continue your journey is on our PADI Advanced Open Water course where you will be taught how to dive up to 30m/100 feet and includes 5 specialty dives.
BECOME A PRO
Take the first steps to building a career in diving!
Now with many dives and skills under your belt, you can further your scuba journey and make it an everyday experience with work. This can be in the commercial field or as a PADI diving instructor. We offer both the PDI Divemaster & IDC course that works towards you becoming a PADI Open Water diving instructor. Our HSE training certifies you for work in the commercial world of scuba.
Take the first steps to building a career in diving!
Now with many dives and skills under your belt, you can further your scuba journey and make it an everyday experience with work. This can be in the commercial field or as a PADI diving instructor. We offer both the PDI Divemaster & IDC course that works towards you becoming a PADI Open Water diving instructor. Our HSE training certifies you for work in the commercial world of scuba.
Where Are You on your Diving Journey!
Opening Times
We are open 7 days a week, except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
| Day | Information |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10am - 6.30pm |
| Tuesday | 10am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 6.30pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 5pm |
| Friday | 10am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
| Sunday | By Appointment Only |
Please refer to course information for relevant start times.
