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After School Ocean Club in Dubai – From First Snorkel to Confident Young Diver

A structured after-school ocean programme in Dubai for children aged 6–16, combining snorkelling, water confidence and a clear pathway into PADI junior scuba diving.

TERM TWO: STARTING ON 22 JANUARY 2026, AL QUOZ - DIVE TRIBE

Kids Snorkelling & Scuba Diving Programme in Dubai
 

Our After School Ocean Club in Dubai is designed for children who love the ocean and parents looking for meaningful after school activities. Through snorkelling, marine education and scuba diving progression, children build confidence, skills and respect for the ocean in a safe, structured environment.

Based in Dubai • Small groups • Qualified instructors • Safety-first

One clear pathway. Built to grow with your child.

PADI Junior Open Water & Kids Scuba Diving Progression

Choose by age – we guide your child into the right stage based on confidence and readiness

Ages 6-9
Ocean Foundations
  • Snorkelling Basics

  • Marine Discovery

  • Calm Breathing

  • Ocean Care & Confidence

Ages 13-16
Certified Diver & Leadership
  • PADI Specialities

  • Team Leadership

  • Confidence & Responsibility

  • Marine Conservation Certifications

Ages 10-12
Ocean Skills > PADI Ready
  • Advanced Snorkelling

  • Buoyancy Skills

  • Marine Life Awareness

  • PADI Open Water Course

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We guide each child based on age and confidence

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PADI Jr. Open Water Diver

Parent Testimonial
“The highlight of my son’s year! He’s now a confident diver and ocean protector. Thank you, Chloe Blue!”

- Laura M., Dubai British School Parent

Ages 6–9 — Ocean Foundations

A gentle, confidence-building introduction to the ocean through snorkelling, play, and exploration.

What your child will gain

  • Confidence and comfort in the water

  • Calm breathing and floating skills

  • Familiarity with snorkelling equipment

  • A positive relationship with the ocean

  • Respect for marine life and nature
     

What sessions look like

  • Pool and shallow-water snorkelling

  • Marine life discovery and beach exploration

  • Games, movement, and guided activities

  • Small groups with close instructor support
     

What happens next

Most children naturally progress into Ocean Skills → PADI Ready around age 10, once confidence and comfort are established.

Limited places available • Small groups

Ages 10–12 — Ocean Skills → PADI Ready

Advanced snorkelling skills that prepare children for safe, confident scuba diving.

What your child will gain

  • Strong snorkelling and breath control skills

  • Improved buoyancy and body awareness

  • Confidence underwater without pressure

  • Understanding of marine life and reef care

  • Readiness for Junior Open Water
     

What sessions look like

  • Structured snorkelling skill development

  • Marine life identification and simple surveys

  • Calm, confidence-focused water sessions

  • Clear guidance toward scuba when ready
     

What happens next

When a child shows readiness, they can move directly into PADI Junior Open Water, usually between ages 10–12.

Limited places available • Small groups

Ages 13–16 — Certified Diver & Ocean Leadership

A pathway for teens to become confident divers with purpose, responsibility, and leadership skills.

What your teen will gain

  • PADI Specialities (and progression beyond)

  • Advanced water confidence and dive skills

  • Real-world ocean conservation experience

  • Leadership, teamwork, and responsibility

  • A sense of purpose and achievement
     

What sessions look like

  • Scuba diving skills and dive planning

  • Conservation dives and clean-ups

  • Team-based challenges and leadership roles

  • Guided mentoring by experienced instructors
     

What happens next

Teens can progress into advanced diving, conservation certifications, and long-term involvement in the ocean community.

Limited places available • Small groups

Join us

A female-led dive club that offers eco-friendly dive packages, PADI courses and trips. We are based in Dubai and have partner locations in Fujairah and Musandam. 

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