{"id":2107,"date":"2019-04-13T08:00:05","date_gmt":"2019-04-13T07:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/?p=2107"},"modified":"2019-04-17T13:41:31","modified_gmt":"2019-04-17T12:41:31","slug":"scuba-dive-tasters-in-the-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/scuba-dive-tasters-in-the-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"Scuba Dive Tasters in the UK"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Everyone has different motivations for taking up scuba diving. Some people are just interested in breathing underwater, while others might be looking for new ways to challenge themselves and overcome fears. No matter what the reason is, we&#8217;re sure you have lots of questions before embarking on an underwater adventure&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long will my taster dive last for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/surrey?venue_id=3902&amp;activity_id=17\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture2-30-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Scuba Diving Surrey\" class=\"wp-image-2112\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture2-30-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture2-30-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture2-30-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture2-30-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture2-30.jpg 1128w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption> <br><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/surrey?venue_id=3902&amp;activity_id=17\">Scuba Diving Surrey<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After a quick safety briefing, it will be straight into the pool for a spot of underwater fun where you\u2019ll be spending 60 to 90 minutes with one of our trained instructors!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How deep do I dive in the pool?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/worcester?venue_id=10917&amp;activity_id=17\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-63.jpg\" alt=\"Scuba Diving Worcester\" class=\"wp-image-2148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-63.jpg 960w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-63-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-63-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-63-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption> <br><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/worcester?venue_id=10917&amp;activity_id=17\">Scuba Diving Worcester<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The common depths of taster dive pools are between 1 &#8211; 4 metres (3.3 &#8211; 13 feet) deep so you don&#8217;t need to worry about the pressure of water at large depths!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need to be able to swim to scuba dive?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/hertford-heath?venue_id=10901&amp;activity_id=17\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture3-16-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Scuba Diving Hertford Heath\" class=\"wp-image-2117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture3-16-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture3-16-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture3-16-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture3-16-480x320.jpg 480w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture3-16-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture3-16.jpg 1367w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption> <br><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/hertford-heath?venue_id=10901&amp;activity_id=17\">Scuba Diving Hertford Heath<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For safety reasons, there are some minimum swimming requirements. You will need to complete a 200-metre swim, float for ten minutes and complete some basic snorkelling skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important thing, however, is your level of comfort in the water so the more comfortable you are the more enjoyable your dive will be!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need my own scuba gear?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/grays-essex?venue_id=10915&amp;activity_id=17\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-64-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Scuba Diving Grays, Essex\" class=\"wp-image-2149\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-64-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-64-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-64-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-64-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-64.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption> <br><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/grays-essex?venue_id=10915&amp;activity_id=17\">Scuba Diving Grays, Essex<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>No, it&#8217;s not&nbsp;necessary&nbsp;to bring any of your own scuba gear to go diving as all equipment is provided on the day, however, you will need to bring your own swimwear and a towel as the chances are you will get wet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I do an open water dive?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/durham?venue_id=10908&amp;activity_id=17\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-55.jpg\" alt=\"Scuba Diving Newcastle\" class=\"wp-image-2125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-55.jpg 800w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-55-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-55-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/picture1-55-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption> <br><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/durham?venue_id=10908&amp;activity_id=17\">Scuba Diving Newcastle<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve tried a taster dive and been &#8216;bitten by the bug&#8217;, the next step is open water diving. Following your taster dive, you will be given information on how to progress your underwater adventures with PADI courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"mce_0\">Where can I book a scuba taster dive?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/grays-essex?venue_id=10917&amp;activity_id=17\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/picture2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Scuba Diving, Worcester\" class=\"wp-image-2257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/picture2-1.jpg 960w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/picture2-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/picture2-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/picture2-1-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/a><figcaption> <br><a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/centre\/grays-essex?venue_id=10917&amp;activity_id=17\">Scuba Diving Worcester<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s so easy to try a scuba taster dive with <a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/\">Geronigo<\/a> as we have centres all across the country just ready to welcome you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you&#8217;re looking to take the plunge, why not call us on 01133 400206 to arrange your next scuba diving adventure or find your nearest <a href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/en\/scuba-diving\/near\/me?activity_id=17\">scuba taster experience<\/a> by searching your location on our website!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everyone has different motivations for taking up scuba diving. Some people are just interested in breathing underwater, while others might be looking for new ways to challenge themselves and overcome fears. No matter what the reason is, we&#8217;re sure you have lots of questions before embarking on an underwater adventure&#8230; How long will my taster&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/scuba-dive-tasters-in-the-uk\/\">Read More <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Scuba Dive Tasters in the UK<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2109,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[164,53,5,601],"tags":[165,38,159,39],"class_list":["post-2107","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-adventure-sports","category-bucket-list","category-group-activities","category-scuba-diving","tag-adventure-sports","tag-bucket-list","tag-group-activities","tag-scuba-diving"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2107","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2107"}],"version-history":[{"count":28,"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2107\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2453,"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2107\/revisions\/2453"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2109"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2107"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2107"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/geronigo.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2107"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}