For new members who have an interest in scuba diving. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced diver, Crawley Divers welcomes and encourages all levels of divers to join our club.
Founded in 1956, Crawley Divers is a branch of the British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) and is based in Crawley, West Sussex. We take pride in our diverse membership, which spans across various age groups, occupations, and family statuses. Our club consists of both male and female members, with females making up about one third of our club. We believe that scuba diving is an inclusive sport and actively promote gender diversity.
One of the benefits of being a long-standing branch is the wealth of diving experience we have within our membership. We have members who have been with the club for over 25 years, and our instructors are highly qualified. At present, we have one National Instructor, one Advanced Instructor, five Open Water Instructors, and three Assistant Instructors. This level of expertise is unmatched by any other local branch.
Most of our regular diving takes place along the Sussex coast, but we also organise diving expeditions to other areas such as Dorset, South Devon, West Wales, and inland locations like Stoney Cove in Leicestershire. The duration of these expeditions can range from half-day dives to weekends or longer trips. We ensure that dive sites are chosen with the whole family in mind, providing adequate facilities and activities.
For those looking for more exotic diving experiences, our members have explored destinations such as Cornwall, the Inner Hebrides, Jersey, Sardinia, Malta, Gozo, Ibiza, Greece, Minorca, Gibraltar, the Red Sea, the Maldives, Jamaica, St Lucia, Cayman Islands, Thailand, Indonesia, Cyprus, Florida, and other popular holiday spots. In 2010 alone, our members dived in various locations worldwide, totalling over 1000 dives.
With an active membership of around 50 to 60 divers, Crawley Divers is a vibrant and friendly club. We offer training courses for beginners as well as opportunities for experienced divers to further their skills. Our instructors actively participate in the BSAC Instructor Training Programme, ensuring that our teaching practises remain up-to-date and that we maintain high standards.
If you have an interest in scuba diving and want to join a supportive and sociable club, Crawley Divers is the perfect fit for you. We encourage you to come and dive with us, explore the underwater world, and create lasting memories. Contact us today to find out more about how you can become a member of Crawley Divers.