Introductory diving in Dubai offers a straightforward way to explore the underwater environment without committing to a full certification course. This session supports beginners through each stage, from initial briefing to gradual descent, making it suitable for anyone aged 10 and above. Clear instruction and steady in-water guidance ensure a comfortable first experience with scuba equipment.
Your session begins with a short onsite briefing covering how the equipment works, how communication underwater will take place, and what to expect during the different stages of the dive. Instructors outline safety procedures and demonstrate basic actions you’ll practise in shallow water. This early preparation helps you understand each step before entering the sea.
Once you’re suited up, you’ll move into the water and start in very shallow depth, usually around one metre. Here you’ll have time to settle your breathing through the regulator while the instructor checks your buoyancy and mask fit. When you show that you are comfortable, you’ll descend gradually in small stages, allowing your body to adjust to pressure changes at a controlled pace.
You’ll then follow your instructor around the Dubai reef site for up to 45 minutes. The route typically includes coral patches and shoals of reef fish, giving you an engaging introduction to diving without requiring previous experience. Your instructor maintains close contact for stability and orientation, ensuring you stay relaxed throughout the dive.
Dubai’s shoreline provides ideal conditions for first-time divers, with beach-entry access and predictable shallow-water areas that allow skills to be introduced gradually. This setup removes the need for separate pool sessions and ensures you begin learning directly in the marine environment.
Visibility in the area varies with conditions but often allows for clear viewing of the fish and coral structures that sit close to shore. The controlled environment is well suited to newcomers who want a manageable first experience with scuba without travelling far from central Dubai.
Participants must be at least 10 years old and in good general health. A standard medical questionnaire is required, and in some cases, a doctor’s clearance may be needed to proceed.
Basic swimming ability and general comfort in water are expected for safety. No previous scuba training is needed, and all essential skills are taught by the instructor during the session.
This centre has supported thousands of new divers since 2014, with a teaching approach that emphasises responsibility, patience, and clear communication. Beginners receive structured guidance at every stage, ensuring their first underwater experience feels safe and enjoyable.
The team is known for its friendly, community-focused atmosphere and commitment to professional standards. Equipment is well maintained, facilities are clean and organised, and instructors are experienced in supporting participants who may be nervous or uncertain during their first dive.
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The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From Dhs250
