The Ultimate Holiday Gift for Adventurous Kids

Dec 4, 2025 | Scuba

Scuba Santa 2025

More and more parents are choosing to gift experiences over more “stuff,” and what better experience than learning to breathe underwater at Diventures? From the shallow end of the pool to the open ocean, our kid-friendly scuba programs give curious and adventurous kids the chance to create unforgettable memories.

With options for kids ages 8 and up, there’s an underwater experience waiting for every young explorer at Diventures. Plus, get 25% off now through December 24, 2025 when you shop instore or online using code “SCUBASANTA”.

Learn more below and find a Diventures near you!

Try Scuba Class

Entry-level Class in Pool

This beginner friendly scuba experience allows adults and children to dip their toes into the world of scuba and learn how to breathe underwater!

The class is roughly 2 hours and is guided by a certified instructor. Students will start with a brief classroom orientation, before entering the shallow end to experience the feeling of weightlessness and the wonder of diving.

Gear: All scuba gear provided

What to Bring: Swimsuit, rashguard and towel

Ages: 8+      *Children ages 8 and 9 are asked to participate in a private class for more personalized attention.

Try Scuba Diving Class
Try Scuba Diving Class

Diventures Explorers

Scuba Camp for Kids

Does your child have an interest in scuba diving and marine life? Diventures Explorers allows children to explore their underwater curiosity and learn valuable lifelong skills. Best of all, it’s focused on fun!

Campers will learn basic snorkeling and scuba diving skills in a safe, warm pool environment with a certified instructor, plus activities and marine ecology lessons.

Ecology classes include:

  • Ocean Ally Explorer
  • Sea Turtle Ecology
  • Shark Ecology
  • Dolphin Ecology
  • Cephalopod Ecology

Gear: All scuba gear provided

What to Bring: Swimsuit, rashguard and towel

Ages: 8-12      *Kids must have strong swim skills

Diventures Explorers
Try Scuba Diving Class

Jr. Open Water Diver

Lifetime Scuba Certification

Just like the adult course, this junior open water diving course consists of three parts: home study, academic reviews and pool sessions, and open water training dives. Students will enjoy practicing skills in the comfort of our heated training pool.

Upon completion, the child will be certified to dive to 40 feet with a certified adult. Once the diver turns 15, they will automatically have their certification upgraded to an Open Water Diver.

Gear Required: Personal snorkeling system

What to Bring: Swimsuit, rashguard and towel

Ages: 10+      

*Children ages 10 and 11 may be certified through private classes at an additional cost.

Diventures Explorers
Try Scuba Diving Class
Gifting a Try Scuba?

Want something special to wrap under the tree? Print this Gift Certificate and surprise your loved one with an experience they’ll never forget!

This 25% off holiday offer is available from November 1 – December 24.
Enter code SCUBASANTA at checkout to redeem!

How to Purchase and Gift a Course

Ready to share the joy of diving this holiday season? Here’s how to purchase a Diventures course as a gift:

  1. Choose your recipient’s nearest Diventures location.
  2. Select the course you’d like to gift. Try Scuba, Open Water Diver, or Explorers
  3. Select the placeholder class at the bottom of the page. It will be listed as December 25 or 31 as this is simply a placeholder so you can complete your purchase now. Your recipient can schedule their actual class dates later.
  4. Complete the checkout process. Enter promo code ‘SCUBASANTA‘ at checkout to receive 25% off your purchase.
  5. Print your gift certificate. Download and print a gift certificate to place under the tree or in a card.

If this is a surprise gift, call your store, and they will guide you through the process!