Beginner Courses
For those interested in experiencing scuba or becoming a certified diver, AAI offers courses
to meet every schedule. Check out our beginner classes below, or click
here for answers to frequently asked questions.
Courses
This course introduces the student to scuba through academic, confined water, and open water training. During these
training sessions, the student learns how to assemble, operate, and break
down scuba systems. The student also learns basic scuba skills such as
mask and regulator clearing, emergency air management, and dive planning.
Successful completion of this course results in the PADI Open Water Diver
certification, enabling the diver to participate in many supervised and
unsupervised dive activities.
Course dates: Monthly. See store calendar.
*Email us for other dates and times or to arrange for private or semi-private instruction.
Prerequisites: 10 years of age; swimming proficiency (200 yard swim, 10 minute tread)
Location: Aquatic Adventures, Inc. and local pool.
Course cost: $309 (includes books, videos, equipment rental, and certification fees). Students must supply mask, fins, snorkel, and boots. (Discounts available with all equipment purchases from AAI made during
training.)
Want to go diving on your next trip, but you just don't have time for the full Open Water Diver course? The PADI Scuba
Diver certification just may be your answer. With just a couple of hours
in the classroom and pool and one day out at the lake, you can earn the
Scuba Diver rating. Generally, this course takes no more than three days
to complete. Successful completion of this course allows you to dive with
a PADI dive professional to depths of 40 feet.
Course dates: Monthly. See store calendar.
*Email us for other dates and times or to arrange for private or semi-private instruction.
Prerequisites: 10 years of age; swimming proficiency (200 yard swim, 10 minute tread)
Location: Aquatic Adventures, Inc. and local pool.
Course cost: $259 (includes books, videos, and equipment rental). Students must supply mask, fins, snorkel, and boots. (Discounts available
with all equipment purchases from AAI made during training.)
Not sure you're ready for a full scuba course? Looking for a fun activity for your school or church group? Try out scuba
in a fun, low pressure setting. In this one hour course, students are introduced to the basic concepts behind scuba, learn a few fundamental
scuba skills, and then get to time to try out scuba in a pool.
Course dates: Monthly. See store calendar. Call AAI at (262) 938-6827 to make a reservation or email us for additional details.
Prerequisites: 10 years old or older.
Location: UWM Klotsche Center.
Course cost: $200 for up to 10 participants. Additional participants can be added for an additional charge. Cost for individuals
is $30 but may vary by facility or organization sponsoring the event.
Bubblemakers is a fun and exciting way for children ages 8 to 11 to experience scuba. In this one hour course, students
are introduced to the basic concepts behind scuba, learn a few fundamental scuba skills, and then get to play games while on scuba. Bubblemakers
is a great activity for birthday parties or scout outings. See our
scuba party page for more details.
Course dates: By request. Call AAI at (262) 938-6827 to make a reservation or email us for additional details.
Prerequisites: 8 years of age; parental consent.
Location: local swimming pool.
Course cost: $200 for up to 10 participants. Additional participants can be added for an additional charge. Cost for individuals
is $30 but may vary by facility or organization sponsoring the event.
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