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Courses we offer
Kids Scuba
Snorkelling and Scuba Courses tailored to Kids of all ages
Adults Scuba
Scuba try dives, Open water qualification or Scuba Reviews
Parties
Scuba Parties from Age 8 are available on request
Services
Air Fills available - Filling by appointment only
Courses we offer
Fun facts
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Sound travels
4x faster underwater
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10m of water weighs the same as our atmosphere
71
71% of earth is covered in water
1925
Scuba was invented in 1925
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Popular courses
See below some of our most popular course for both kids and adults. From snorkelling to scuba we have an intro or qualification course to suit all ages
Try Dive
Fancy trying scuba diving for the first time? Our Try Dive is the perfect...
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Where we dive?
The Scuba School Ltd teaches at TUNBRIDGE WELLS SPORTS CENTRE St John's Rd, Royal Tunbridge Wells, TN4 9TX
Laybourne Lake
Scuba Diving at Leybourne Lakes offers a serene and accessible experience for divers, particularly those seeking training...
Stoney Cove
Stoney Cove Scuba Lake is one of the UK’s premier inland dive sites, located near Stoney Stanton in Leicestershire...
Testimonials
WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY
As I am no spring chicken I was slightly concerned when booking my beginner’s lesson but thankfully Greg made it so easy to understand and follow with his calming attitude to teaching. Thanks Greg
David from Orpington
If you’re looking for a SCUBA instructor I couldn’t recommend Greg and the Scuba School highly enough. Not only is Greg a highly proficient and knowledgeable instructor, he’s also very patient, friendly and engaging. I couldn’t have picked a better Open Water instructor.
Matt from Croydon
I have always been afraid of the thought of diving but Greg gave me such confidence, that by the end of my course I was enjoying the freedom of being underwater. Thank you Greg !!!!
Glynis from Biggin Hill
Could not recommend Greg/The Scuba School enough! Greg taught myself and my brothers to dive from Padi Seal Team to Open Water. He is always very friendly, patient and knowledgable, and all lessons are so much fun. I wouldn’t go anywhere else!
Cheyenne from Oxford
Diane Webster
3 months ago
My praise cannot be high enough and would give them 10 stars !
I have gone through the try dive and then the 4 weeks PADI course in the pool.
Every instructor has shown empathy, kindness and an absolute passion, not just for diving, but for encouraging you to learn and experience this under water world.
The support has been fabulous, so I have chosen to do my open water with this team rather than go abroad.
If you are considering diving - do use this team as a fabulous opportunity as an introduction.
I have gone through the try dive and then the 4 weeks PADI course in the pool.
Every instructor has shown empathy, kindness and an absolute passion, not just for diving, but for encouraging you to learn and experience this under water world.
The support has been fabulous, so I have chosen to do my open water with this team rather than go abroad.
If you are considering diving - do use this team as a fabulous opportunity as an introduction.
Diane Webster
3 months ago
My praise cannot be high enough and would give them 10 stars !
I have gone through the try dive and then the 4 weeks PADI course in the pool.
Every instructor has shown empathy, kindness and an absolute passion, not just for diving, but for encouraging you to learn and experience this under water world.
The support has been fabulous, so I have chosen to do my open water with this team rather than go abroad.
If you are considering diving - do use this team as a fabulous opportunity as an introduction.
I have gone through the try dive and then the 4 weeks PADI course in the pool.
Every instructor has shown empathy, kindness and an absolute passion, not just for diving, but for encouraging you to learn and experience this under water world.
The support has been fabulous, so I have chosen to do my open water with this team rather than go abroad.
If you are considering diving - do use this team as a fabulous opportunity as an introduction.
Kirsty How
3 months ago
I booked my two children on to the scuba taster session so see if they’d like it ahead of doing their PADI. They loved it! Such a friendly, welcoming and professional outfit who clearly love what they do. The videos of my two underwater are brilliant. Highly recommend and will definitely be booking in two new enthusiastic divers to do their PADI there
Kirsty How
3 months ago
I booked my two children on to the scuba taster session so see if they’d like it ahead of doing their PADI. They loved it! Such a friendly, welcoming and professional outfit who clearly love what they do. The videos of my two underwater are brilliant. Highly recommend and will definitely be booking in two new enthusiastic divers to do their PADI there
Matthew Atkinson
6 months ago
Have thoroughly enjoyed diving with The Scuba School both my daughters have completed their Open Water and I have completed the rescue diver course. Great tuition, very supportive and professional and most importantly, great fun.
Matthew Atkinson
6 months ago
Have thoroughly enjoyed diving with The Scuba School both my daughters have completed their Open Water and I have completed the rescue diver course. Great tuition, very supportive and professional and most importantly, great fun.
Andrew Victor
7 months ago
First class Scuba school with great instructors. They made me feel comfortable with the learning experience from day 1. The school also went out of its way by making a plan for me outside of their normal timetable to help me finish my certification before I went on holiday.
Andrew Victor
7 months ago
First class Scuba school with great instructors. They made me feel comfortable with the learning experience from day 1. The school also went out of its way by making a plan for me outside of their normal timetable to help me finish my certification before I went on holiday.
Aaron Thurgood
8 months ago
I would highly recommend this diving school to anyone looking to learn scuba diving or improve their skills. A professional, friendly team that genuinely cares about helping people discover the underwater world.
Aaron Thurgood
8 months ago
I would highly recommend this diving school to anyone looking to learn scuba diving or improve their skills. A professional, friendly team that genuinely cares about helping people discover the underwater world.
Jack Williams
8 months ago
This was my first experience scuba diving, and I went straight into the Open Water Qualification. The Scuba School in Tunbridge Wells is a PADI rated 5 star dive center that lives up to the rating. Booking in for the course was super easy, and Greg is always reliable and helpful when contacting him if needed. Greg and his team are amazing dive instructors, who are extremely knowledgeable, experienced, professional and friendly, making you feel a part of the scuba diving family. It’s true, you never forget your first breath you take under water and I’m very grateful to have done this with The Scuba School! Special mention to Jim, who with his guidance, wisdom and knowledge - I was able to confidently take what I had learned out to the Caribbean to successfully complete my Open Water Referral. Highly recommend try diving or starting an open water qualification. Massive thank you to Greg and The Scuba School team, hopefully see you at a dive club night soon!
Jack Williams
8 months ago
This was my first experience scuba diving, and I went straight into the Open Water Qualification. The Scuba School in Tunbridge Wells is a PADI rated 5 star dive center that lives up to the rating. Booking in for the course was super easy, and Greg is always reliable and helpful when contacting him if needed. Greg and his team are amazing dive instructors, who are extremely knowledgeable, experienced, professional and friendly, making you feel a part of the scuba diving family. It’s true, you never forget your first breath you take under water and I’m very grateful to have done this with The Scuba School! Special mention to Jim, who with his guidance, wisdom and knowledge - I was able to confidently take what I had learned out to the Caribbean to successfully complete my Open Water Referral. Highly recommend try diving or starting an open water qualification. Massive thank you to Greg and The Scuba School team, hopefully see you at a dive club night soon!
Nick Perry
8 months ago
I attended a one off refresher course during one evening. Greg was there taking an open water course in parallel, but took time to meet me and chat to me about my diving history and what I wanted to get out of the course. I had instruction from Darren who was also excellent. All the equipment was provided, and the instruction was thorough, tailored to the pace I needed, going quickly through elements that I remembered well, and more thoroughly through those that I had forgotten. A really good way to have a reminder, and gain confidence that a dive can be undertaken safely after many years away. There was time, on top of the retraining just to enjoy being back under the water. And on top of refreshing my qualification, I had a great time.
Nick Perry
8 months ago
I attended a one off refresher course during one evening. Greg was there taking an open water course in parallel, but took time to meet me and chat to me about my diving history and what I wanted to get out of the course. I had instruction from Darren who was also excellent. All the equipment was provided, and the instruction was thorough, tailored to the pace I needed, going quickly through elements that I remembered well, and more thoroughly through those that I had forgotten. A really good way to have a reminder, and gain confidence that a dive can be undertaken safely after many years away. There was time, on top of the retraining just to enjoy being back under the water. And on top of refreshing my qualification, I had a great time.
Jack Sams
11 months ago
Absolutely fantastic company for kids! I’ve taken x3 groups of cadets aged 9-13 to try dive and every single one wants to go again!
Highly recommend
Highly recommend
Jack Sams
11 months ago
Absolutely fantastic company for kids! I’ve taken x3 groups of cadets aged 9-13 to try dive and every single one wants to go again!
Highly recommend
Highly recommend
Harry Davey
11 months ago
Absolutely loved my try drive, such a great experience. Was definitely worth doing as it’s confirmed my desire to book the full course.
Harry Davey
11 months ago
Absolutely loved my try drive, such a great experience. Was definitely worth doing as it’s confirmed my desire to book the full course.
Peter Grant
11 months ago
Took my granddaughter Emily along for a try-dive earlier this week with Greg at TW Scuba School, and she loved it. He is a very good instructor, both the dry side safety aspects, as well as in the water. Emily was a little nervous as it was very new to her, and her group was 3 other adult men. However, Greg was brilliant with her, helped calm nerves and taught in a very gentle way. I’d very much recommend this course for anyone interested in trying diving.
Peter Grant
11 months ago
Took my granddaughter Emily along for a try-dive earlier this week with Greg at TW Scuba School, and she loved it. He is a very good instructor, both the dry side safety aspects, as well as in the water. Emily was a little nervous as it was very new to her, and her group was 3 other adult men. However, Greg was brilliant with her, helped calm nerves and taught in a very gentle way. I’d very much recommend this course for anyone interested in trying diving.
Cliff Wetton
1 year ago
Great experience. I went for a “trial dive” and really enjoyed it. The training was excellent and fun.
I’m definitely going to book onto the extended course with a view to getting my PADDI licence.
Thoroughly recommend
I’m definitely going to book onto the extended course with a view to getting my PADDI licence.
Thoroughly recommend
Cliff Wetton
1 year ago
Great experience. I went for a “trial dive” and really enjoyed it. The training was excellent and fun.
I’m definitely going to book onto the extended course with a view to getting my PADDI licence.
Thoroughly recommend
I’m definitely going to book onto the extended course with a view to getting my PADDI licence.
Thoroughly recommend
Mark Butcher
1 year ago
My daughter did her first ever dive experience last night at the pool and came out beaming. Thank you.
Mark Butcher
1 year ago
My daughter did her first ever dive experience last night at the pool and came out beaming. Thank you.
heather sparrowe
1 year ago
I felt got off to a rocky start but Gregory soon gave me the confidence to be able use the regulator and feel comfortable breathing under the water. Excellent instructor and I hope to be able to continue to become a confident diver. I enjoyed the try dive so much and would highly recommend. Thank you so much Gregory.
heather sparrowe
1 year ago
I felt got off to a rocky start but Gregory soon gave me the confidence to be able use the regulator and feel comfortable breathing under the water. Excellent instructor and I hope to be able to continue to become a confident diver. I enjoyed the try dive so much and would highly recommend. Thank you so much Gregory.
Stefan Hidden
1 year ago
If you’re thinking about trying scuba diving then The Scuba School is a great place to start! From “Try Dives” to various PADI certifications Greg and his team make the whole experience great fun to learn with easy to understand instructions. I’ve completed two PADI courses so far and looking forward to my next a the end of august. Highly recommended.
Stefan Hidden
1 year ago
If you’re thinking about trying scuba diving then The Scuba School is a great place to start! From “Try Dives” to various PADI certifications Greg and his team make the whole experience great fun to learn with easy to understand instructions. I’ve completed two PADI courses so far and looking forward to my next a the end of august. Highly recommended.
Nathan Adams
1 year ago
Just started and what a friendly and professional bunch of people. Greg and the team put you at complete ease and make this an incredibly enjoyable experience. Highly recommend.
Nathan Adams
1 year ago
Just started and what a friendly and professional bunch of people. Greg and the team put you at complete ease and make this an incredibly enjoyable experience. Highly recommend.
gavin chandler
2 years ago
Had our first ever experience of scuba diving with Greg last week with a taster session Try Dive. Absolutely amazing experience and the staff are so patient and extremely friendly. We loved it so much we have signed up for the Open Water Course! Thank you so much.
gavin chandler
2 years ago
Had our first ever experience of scuba diving with Greg last week with a taster session Try Dive. Absolutely amazing experience and the staff are so patient and extremely friendly. We loved it so much we have signed up for the Open Water Course! Thank you so much.
Thomas Chappell
2 years ago
We brought out our 4th Lewes Scouts group here for a taster dive. Greg was great and the Scouts loved it. Highly recommend!
Thomas Chappell
2 years ago
We brought out our 4th Lewes Scouts group here for a taster dive. Greg was great and the Scouts loved it. Highly recommend!
Alex Aiken
2 years ago
Alex Aiken
2 years ago
Aaron Wozny
2 years ago
Aaron Wozny
2 years ago
JaxMan
2 years ago
Just finished my open water dive qualification and all I can say is that the scuba school has been excellent from start to finish! From great facilities & kit to the excellent and friendly instruction form all of the instructors! All round great experience and would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to learn to become a scuba diver.
Thank You,
J Manwaring
Thank You,
J Manwaring
JaxMan
2 years ago
Just finished my open water dive qualification and all I can say is that the scuba school has been excellent from start to finish! From great facilities & kit to the excellent and friendly instruction form all of the instructors! All round great experience and would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to learn to become a scuba diver.
Thank You,
J Manwaring
Thank You,
J Manwaring
Victoria Breeding
2 years ago
Amazing, my son loved it and he already wants to do the open water dive course. Great instructors
Victoria Breeding
2 years ago
Amazing, my son loved it and he already wants to do the open water dive course. Great instructors
Karen Hollywood
2 years ago
The most amazing experience thoroughly enjoyed by a very experienced teacher!
Karen Hollywood
2 years ago
The most amazing experience thoroughly enjoyed by a very experienced teacher!
Mia .D
2 years ago
“ It was really really fun and cool and really nice people and good equipment”- from my 9 year old who attended a session today!
A wonderful experience. Very professional, informative and inclusive.
Wonderful patient instruction, from a very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend. Thank you ☺️
A wonderful experience. Very professional, informative and inclusive.
Wonderful patient instruction, from a very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend. Thank you ☺️
Mia .D
2 years ago
“ It was really really fun and cool and really nice people and good equipment”- from my 9 year old who attended a session today!
A wonderful experience. Very professional, informative and inclusive.
Wonderful patient instruction, from a very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend. Thank you ☺️
A wonderful experience. Very professional, informative and inclusive.
Wonderful patient instruction, from a very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend. Thank you ☺️
Michael Robson
2 years ago
I joined the team for a Discover SCUBA course in July, along with my 10 and 12 year old boys. We absolutely loved it. The instructors took care of us, were so friendly and helpful and made the whole experience fantastic. My boys had big smiles throughout, and all the way home.
Thank you guys - see you soon for our Open Waters!
Thank you guys - see you soon for our Open Waters!
Michael Robson
2 years ago
I joined the team for a Discover SCUBA course in July, along with my 10 and 12 year old boys. We absolutely loved it. The instructors took care of us, were so friendly and helpful and made the whole experience fantastic. My boys had big smiles throughout, and all the way home.
Thank you guys - see you soon for our Open Waters!
Thank you guys - see you soon for our Open Waters!
Nick Banfield
2 years ago
Our boys via scouts had a great time with Scuba School tonight at TWells leisure centre - thank you!
Nick Banfield
2 years ago
Our boys via scouts had a great time with Scuba School tonight at TWells leisure centre - thank you!
Mark Wassell
2 years ago
I have thoroughly enjoyed this course and the instructors have made it fun to learn! Would definitely recommend!
Mark Wassell
2 years ago
I have thoroughly enjoyed this course and the instructors have made it fun to learn! Would definitely recommend!
Kate Campbell-Johnston
2 years ago
I’ve done a bubble maker session twice in December and with that small experience (whichI loved) I really wanted to do my P.A.D.I so for my birthday present my mother signed me up for it. I’ve enjoyed my first lesson a lot, doing more than your average session. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a place to do diving courses. Louis,10
Kate Campbell-Johnston
2 years ago
I’ve done a bubble maker session twice in December and with that small experience (whichI loved) I really wanted to do my P.A.D.I so for my birthday present my mother signed me up for it. I’ve enjoyed my first lesson a lot, doing more than your average session. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a place to do diving courses. Louis,10
Annabel White
2 years ago
I had a scuba review last night and enjoyed every second - super friendly and knowledgeable people, and great to have a 4m deep pool to practice in. I will be back!
Annabel White
2 years ago
I had a scuba review last night and enjoyed every second - super friendly and knowledgeable people, and great to have a 4m deep pool to practice in. I will be back!
Jane Kwan
2 years ago
Very nice instructors and a good refreshing course!
Jane Kwan
2 years ago
Very nice instructors and a good refreshing course!
Wayne
2 years ago
Both our boys thoroughly enjoyed the taster session. Both came out of the pool incredibly happy… we highly recommend scuba school.
Wayne
2 years ago
Both our boys thoroughly enjoyed the taster session. Both came out of the pool incredibly happy… we highly recommend scuba school.
Lu Lucey
2 years ago
Couldn’t recommend this more. I feel much more confident in the water and really looking forward to diving on holiday. Darren is an exceptionally calm and insightful teacher. Thanks so much guys.
Lu Lucey
2 years ago
Couldn’t recommend this more. I feel much more confident in the water and really looking forward to diving on holiday. Darren is an exceptionally calm and insightful teacher. Thanks so much guys.
andy lucey
2 years ago
Fantastic review
andy lucey
2 years ago
Fantastic review
Milan Escarcega
2 years ago
I had an amazing time completing the PADI open water diver course with the Scuba School. All the instructors were super friendly and supportive. I couldn't have asked for a better introduction to scuba diving!
Milan Escarcega
2 years ago
I had an amazing time completing the PADI open water diver course with the Scuba School. All the instructors were super friendly and supportive. I couldn't have asked for a better introduction to scuba diving!
Joseph White
2 years ago
Had a great time learning and really enjoy the new skills I have.
Joseph White
2 years ago
Had a great time learning and really enjoy the new skills I have.
Monika Cowling
2 years ago
My son had his first session today and he absolutely loved it! It was very well organised, informative and gave my son a great first taste in scooba diving.
Monika Cowling
2 years ago
My son had his first session today and he absolutely loved it! It was very well organised, informative and gave my son a great first taste in scooba diving.
jolene kiddle
2 years ago
jolene kiddle
2 years ago
Tony Griggs
2 years ago
Thank you so much Greg and team, the scouts had a fantastic morning at the Scuba School. Already looking to book again for those that missed out this time. Five scuba stars from all of the scouts! 👌
Tony Griggs
2 years ago
Thank you so much Greg and team, the scouts had a fantastic morning at the Scuba School. Already looking to book again for those that missed out this time. Five scuba stars from all of the scouts! 👌
Susannah Todd
2 years ago
Our son (13 yrs) had a fab time doing the taster session. He gave a score of only 4 because he said it wasn't long enough in the pool...🙄🤦♀️ As a parent I rate it 5. Excellent introduction from the instructor before they went into the pool about what to expect and how it all works. Group was managed really well. Great 1st experience.👌
Susannah Todd
2 years ago
Our son (13 yrs) had a fab time doing the taster session. He gave a score of only 4 because he said it wasn't long enough in the pool...🙄🤦♀️ As a parent I rate it 5. Excellent introduction from the instructor before they went into the pool about what to expect and how it all works. Group was managed really well. Great 1st experience.👌
C Brooks
2 years ago
Had the most fantastic dive with the club, held on Fridays. Such a lovely welcoming crew, relaxed and friendly. The kit, if you need to hire it, is new and ready poolside for you to don. The pool is 4m deep and it's amazing to experience the 3D weightlessness of diving in the middle of Kent! I can't recommend club night or the diving school enough, Greg has many years of experience and is genuinely passionate about diving.
C Brooks
2 years ago
Had the most fantastic dive with the club, held on Fridays. Such a lovely welcoming crew, relaxed and friendly. The kit, if you need to hire it, is new and ready poolside for you to don. The pool is 4m deep and it's amazing to experience the 3D weightlessness of diving in the middle of Kent! I can't recommend club night or the diving school enough, Greg has many years of experience and is genuinely passionate about diving.
W1ckd 123
2 years ago
Brilliant training, not a single complaint.
W1ckd 123
2 years ago
Brilliant training, not a single complaint.
Ritma Kursite-Nimante
3 years ago
Great instructors! We will be back.
Ritma Kursite-Nimante
3 years ago
Great instructors! We will be back.
Paul Cummins
3 years ago
Great experience with Scuba School! Gregory was very supportive and helped the more nervous individuals in our group. Everyone felt confident to do this on holiday in the ocean!👌
Paul Cummins
3 years ago
Great experience with Scuba School! Gregory was very supportive and helped the more nervous individuals in our group. Everyone felt confident to do this on holiday in the ocean!👌
Chloe Cottingham
3 years ago
Amazing! Wonderful! Two 9 year olds, and two 13 years olds had an absolute blast. They were at ease and relaxed from the start - just as it should be. Thank you! You have definitely started a new love of the underwater world for 4 happy kids.
Chloe Cottingham
3 years ago
Amazing! Wonderful! Two 9 year olds, and two 13 years olds had an absolute blast. They were at ease and relaxed from the start - just as it should be. Thank you! You have definitely started a new love of the underwater world for 4 happy kids.
Jeni Matthews-Knell
3 years ago
Today I’ve completed my open water dive qualification with The Scuba School and I couldn’t recommend them enough! You can have total confidence in the experience and expertise that Greg and his team give, making you feel safe and confident that you’re being trained and supported correctly.
Thanks for a great experience!
Thanks for a great experience!
Jeni Matthews-Knell
3 years ago
Today I’ve completed my open water dive qualification with The Scuba School and I couldn’t recommend them enough! You can have total confidence in the experience and expertise that Greg and his team give, making you feel safe and confident that you’re being trained and supported correctly.
Thanks for a great experience!
Thanks for a great experience!
Amy Seaton-Wragg
3 years ago
My 9 year old had the most amazing time on his bubble maker lesson today. He loved every minute and already wants to do more. Thank you so much
Amy Seaton-Wragg
3 years ago
My 9 year old had the most amazing time on his bubble maker lesson today. He loved every minute and already wants to do more. Thank you so much
Michael Pound
5 years ago
We booked a scuba diving lesson for our grandson, Jack this week. Jack thoroughly enjoyed the lesson and came out smiling ear to ear! We thought the hour long lesson was very good value for money. Firstly the pupils were given a safety lesson, explaining how to use the equipment and breathing techniques. The pupils then had a full hour in the water overseen by Gregory and his colleague. The only problem was that Jack forgot to take a towel!!
Di Pound
Di Pound
Michael Pound
5 years ago
We booked a scuba diving lesson for our grandson, Jack this week. Jack thoroughly enjoyed the lesson and came out smiling ear to ear! We thought the hour long lesson was very good value for money. Firstly the pupils were given a safety lesson, explaining how to use the equipment and breathing techniques. The pupils then had a full hour in the water overseen by Gregory and his colleague. The only problem was that Jack forgot to take a towel!!
Di Pound
Di Pound
