Introduction dives

Basic Diver / Introduction Dive!

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If you’re aged 10 or above and have never experienced diving before, we offer a one-day Basic Diver program just for you. Take the plunge! Begin with a basic overview of diving theory and practice in our expansive pool before embarking on an introductory dive with an instructor in the ocean.

If you’re curious but not quite ready for the full Open Water Course, the Basic Diver program allows you to test the waters and see if scuba diving suits you.

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One Day Experience

The Basic Diver program is a single-day experience led by one of our certified SSI scuba dive instructors.

Please note, this scuba diving experience does not result in a certification. However, during this introductory dive, you’ll familiarize yourself with scuba equipment, underwater swimming techniques, and gain insight into the fundamentals of exploring the ocean depths, diving to depths of up to 12 meters.

Basic Diver Program

Throughout the dive, your instructor will guide you through the stunning underwater landscapes of the Gili Islands, providing ample opportunities to encounter turtles, clownfish, lionfish, and blue starfish. We guarantee an unforgettable diving experience!

Before entering the pool, we’ll provide a comprehensive explanation of scuba equipment and the skills you’ll need to master underwater.

The skills in the pool

You dive in the pool with an experienced dive instructor close to you. In the pool he will demonstrate all skills and you will practise them. The skills are:

• Inflate and deflate buoyancy control device
• Breathing underwater
• Equalization techniques
• Regulator clearing
• Regulator retrieval
• Clearing a mask
• Stationary Air Sharing
• Swimming around the pool

You will practice these skills in the shallow water part of the pool.

Frequently Asked Questions – Introduction Dive at Oceans 5 Gili Air

1. What is an Introduction Dive?

An Introduction Dive is the perfect way to experience scuba diving for the very first time. No previous diving experience or certification is required. You’ll begin with a short theory session, followed by skills practice in one of our two large training pools before heading to the ocean with your instructor for your first underwater adventure.

2. Do I need to know how to swim?

You don’t need to be an excellent swimmer, but you should feel comfortable in the water and be in good general health. Throughout the entire programme, you’ll be under the direct supervision of an experienced SSI Instructor, who will guide you every step of the way.

3. Will I receive a scuba diving certification?

No. An Introduction Dive is not a certification course. It is designed to let you safely discover what scuba diving is like. If you decide you love diving, you can continue with the SSI Open Water Diver Course, and your experience may count towards your first certification, depending on the programme you complete.

4. What marine life can I expect to see during my Introduction Dive?

The Gili Islands are one of the best places in Indonesia for a first dive. During your ocean dive, there’s an excellent chance of seeing Green and Hawksbill turtles, colourful tropical fish, beautiful coral reefs, and many other fascinating marine creatures. Seeing turtles on your very first dive is a memory you’ll never forget!

5. Why should I choose Oceans 5 Gili Air for my first dive?

At Oceans 5, your safety and enjoyment come first. We keep our groups small, with a maximum of four students per instructor, ensuring you receive plenty of personal attention. With two spacious training pools, high-quality equipment, experienced SSI instructors, and over 16 years of introducing people to scuba diving on Gili Air, you’ll be in safe hands from the moment you take your first breath underwater.