This follow-on programme expands the skills learned in the Seal Team course by introducing children to ten specialty Aqua Missions. These activities build confidence, develop underwater awareness, and introduce topics such as navigation, environmental care, search skills, and buoyancy control. Completing the programme prepares young divers for Junior Open Water training when they reach the appropriate age.
The programme begins with a short classroom briefing, introducing the ten specialty Aqua Missions. Each mission focuses on one theme, such as navigation, buoyancy, marine life, search and recovery, or simple photography. Instructors explain concepts in age-appropriate language, ensuring children understand the purpose of each task before entering the water.
The five confined-water dives are divided into mission blocks, allowing children to complete several specialty activities during each session. Young divers learn how to identify marine creatures, practise compass navigation, build buoyancy skills through playful exercises, and take part in simulated search and recovery tasks using lift bags. Other missions introduce topics such as environmental impact, wreck structures, and using small underwater scooters (DPVs) under supervision.
Skills are taught gradually, with instructors maintaining close supervision at all times. The sessions are designed to be engaging, structured, and safe, giving children a sense of accomplishment as they complete each mission. By the end, participants have a stronger understanding of underwater problem-solving and improved confidence with basic scuba procedures.
Training takes place in confined-water environments suited to youth diving sessions. These areas provide controlled depth, predictable conditions, and good visibility, allowing children to focus on each mission without dealing with challenging surroundings. The shallow depth limit of four metres ensures safety while still offering enough space to explore.
Facilities include briefing zones, secure equipment areas, and comfortable spaces where parents may observe or wait. The setup is organised to help young divers move between classroom discussions and in-water activities efficiently and comfortably.
Participants must be at least eight years old and have completed the Seal Team course. This prerequisite ensures children already possess foundational skills such as regulator use, mask clearing, and basic buoyancy awareness. Parental consent is required for all participants.
Children should be comfortable in shallow water and able to follow instructions in a group setting. The sequence of Aqua Missions is designed to build on previous experience while remaining accessible and enjoyable.
The programme is delivered by instructors who specialise in youth diving development. Their teaching style focuses on safety, patience, and maintaining an encouraging environment that supports learning through structured activities. Skills are introduced in clear, manageable steps, ensuring children never feel overwhelmed.
Facilities are clean and well organised, with child-appropriate equipment and a welcoming atmosphere. The progressive nature of the Master Seal Team missions helps children develop discipline, curiosity, and comfort underwater, preparing them for future entry-level certifications as they grow.
Master Seal Team is an extension of the Seal Team course, offering ten specialty Aqua Missions that help children explore more complex underwater tasks. The programme builds confidence, introduces new diving themes, and expands skills in a structured, age-appropriate way.
It is ideal for young divers who enjoyed the Seal Team programme and want additional challenges before progressing to Junior Open Water training in the future.
Yes. Seal Team ensures children can use basic scuba equipment, perform simple underwater skills, and understand essential safety concepts. These abilities are required before moving on to the more advanced Aqua Missions in the Master Seal Team programme.
The prerequisite ensures safety and smooth progression through the more diverse activities offered at this level.
The Master Seal Team experience is completed over two to four days, depending on scheduling and how missions are grouped. Each session lasts around two hours and includes multiple Aqua Missions alongside briefing and debriefing.
This flexible structure allows children to progress at a comfortable pace while still completing all required missions.
The ten missions explore buoyancy, navigation, marine life identification, environmental awareness, search and recovery, photography basics, wreck awareness, DPV skills, and more. Each mission introduces a specific theme with practical underwater activities.
These activities provide variety and keep young divers engaged while reinforcing foundational scuba skills.
Children use child-sized scuba equipment including a mask, fins, buoyancy device, regulator, and cylinder. Additional items—such as underwater slates, compasses, lift bags, or cameras—may be used depending on the mission.
Instructors handle all equipment setup and safety checks so children can focus on learning and enjoying the experience.
All dives take place in confined water with a maximum depth of four metres. This provides a safe but stimulating environment where children can practise mission tasks with close supervision.
The controlled setting ensures predictable conditions and makes it easier to introduce more advanced skills without overwhelming young divers.
Yes. Upon completing all ten specialty Aqua Missions, your child becomes a Master Seal Team Member. This achievement shows they have developed confidence and discipline across a variety of underwater activities.
It also positions them well for future Junior Open Water Diver training once they reach the qualifying age.
Safety is prioritised throughout. Instructors are trained to work with young divers and maintain close supervision during every activity. Sessions take place in shallow confined water with clearly defined depth limits.
The step-by-step approach ensures that children practise new skills only when they are ready, keeping the programme both safe and enjoyable.
Children should bring swimwear, a towel, comfortable footwear, an extra set of clothes, and a refillable water bottle. All scuba gear is provided. Light snacks may also be useful for breaks between missions.
Parents may remain nearby, and designated waiting areas are available depending on the venue.
Yes. The missions develop buoyancy control, environmental awareness, navigation, and underwater confidence—skills that are essential for entry-level scuba training. Completing Master Seal Team shows children can follow instructions, manage equipment, and perform tasks independently.
This foundation gives them a strong start when they become eligible for Junior Open Water certification.
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