Looking to welcome already trained divers into your club? We can help!
Already trained divers from other agencies can be a real asset to BSAC clubs. Not only do they come with a qualification, but they also bring experience, enthusiasm and additional skills that can directly contribute to the running of your club.
More than 40% of BSAC members have completed qualifications with PADI or other agencies at some point... and a BSAC club is the ideal way for already qualified divers to keep diving. View below or download the 'How to welcome already trained divers into your club' guide.
Tens of thousands of people that live in the UK qualify as new divers with other agencies every year so a great opportunity exists for clubs to recruit these divers.
Key things to remember:
- Already qualified divers are not required to 'crossover' or do further training (unless they want to!) They can just use their existing qualification and join you diving.
- You can invite trained visitors to 'try before they buy'. Visiting divers will be covered with BSAC’s insurance for up to seven times to dive as a guest with your club.
Video: already trained divers
Embed this video or share it on your website to attract already trained divers:
Already a diver? Join BSAC (landscape) from BSAC on Vimeo.
Guide: How to welcome already trained divers into your club
From diver grade equivalencies and top marketing and promotional tips for attracting their attention, to guest diving with your club and frequently asked questions, the guide will help to make the process of welcoming already trained divers into your club as smooth as possible.
Offer Scuba Refresher sessions in your club
A Scuba Refresher session is the equivalent of a Try Dive but for already trained divers. You could advertise your club's Scuba Refresher sessions just like you would a Try Dive.
- Set up Facebook events - and ask your club members to share the events on their own timelines. More on making the most of Facebook.
- Let your website users know - update your website content (and website events calendar if you have one). Check out Web pages to win already trained divers.
Order Scuba Refresher packs
Hard copy packs
Your club can order Scuba Refresher session participant packs (similar in format to the Try Dive packs) in the BSAC Shop (they are in the 'Club products' section).
Important note: it is the club's responsibility to ensure that medical forms are completed by all participants.
Downloadable resources
You can also download the following in your MyBSAC.
- Scuba Refresher medical form
- Scuba Refresher certificate
- 12-page 'Already a scuba diver?' booklet
- Photo and video consent form
The above can be downloaded here (you’ll need to login): https://www.bsac.com/scubarefreshermaterials
