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So many factors go into successful scuba training. From detailed academic knowledge to firsthand diving experience, a skillful instructor makes all the difference. At Soto Scuba Academy, we understand the importance of safe, individualized training. Operated by an experienced instructor, we offer a variety of courses aimed at bolstering your diving knowledge and skill in a fun yet safety-focused environment.\u00a0 We go the extra mile to make sure the environment is relaxing & never rushed so you get the most out of your training.<\/p>\n
When you enroll with us, we stay dedicated to your success every step of the way. Your instructor guides you from initial registration and documentation to your final certification dive. Along the way, we facilitate detail-oriented online classes, quizzes, videos, and 4 open-water checkout dives. This combined approach allows us to ensure your safety and more accurately assess your skills.<\/p>\n
Throughout your training, we fully cover each and every aspect of the scuba process. In addition to your general academic courses, we also provide intensive training about equipment, dive theory, and the physics of diving. During these courses, we also conduct pool dives as a way to test your gear and sharpen your skills in a controlled environment. From there, we take several trips to open-water environments in preparation for your final certification.<\/p>\n
Our instructors take a personalized approach to scuba training. Though all of our courses cover pertinent diving information, we take your knowledge and skill level into consideration when crafting your training program. With private, semi-private, and group options, we offer class styles tailored to your comfort level. Additionally, we customize lessons for special groups, including scouts, youth groups, church groups and family outings.<\/p>\n
Private Open Water Certification – $899 (1 on 1 private)<\/p>\n
S<\/strong>ign up with additional friends & family to get additional discounted pricing with a Semi-Private Class! <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Semi-Private Open Water Certification<\/strong> – 2 students is $799 per person, 3 students is $749 per person, 4 students is $699 per person, 5 students $649 per person. Call for details 727-272-2877.\u00a0 Groups of 6 or more students in same class – Open Water Certification – $599\u00a0 per person.<\/p>\n Advanced Certification – $599\u00a0<\/p>\n Advanced Private Certification – $999 (Each additional $50 discount up to 5)<\/p>\n Private Nitrox Certification – $250, 2 students $200 per person, 3 or more students is $150 per person.<\/p>\n Private Rescue Certification – $549<\/p>\n Semi Private Refresher Academic 2 hour session – $100 (minimum 2 people required)<\/p>\n Semi Private Refresher Pool Sessions $100 (minimum 2 people required)<\/p>\n Semi Private Refresher Complete course with 2 dives $399 (minimum 2 people required)<\/p>\n *Note<\/strong> – Open Water Spring Dive fees are additional, they vary by location from $2.50 pp at state parks, $15 – $48 pp at private springs. Beach Dives are no charge – but based upon conditions.\u00a0 \u00a0Average cost is about $12-$15 for a quality dive training site. Boat trips on dive charters can cost $120 pp if interested.<\/p>\n All courses are 100% digital and will include electronic certification card that can be printed from computer or shown on smart phone.\u00a0 If hard copy books or hard copy certification cards are desired, we can order them from NAUI for a small additional charge. This request must be processed at time of course enrollment for the below discounted cost.<\/p>\n Plastic printed certification cards are $25 at time of course registration, after is $35.<\/p>\n Most books and printed material packages are between $45-$65 additional.<\/p>\n **Equipment<\/strong> – SCUBA Regulators, BCD, tanks & air is provided for Open Water Certification at no additional charge, all other courses a rental fee would be added if you needed gear.<\/p>\n For Open Water Certification you will need to supply personal equipment (Mask, Fins, Snorkel, weights, weight belt, safety sausage & wetsuit).\u00a0 Possibly I have some wetsuit sizes, however it is always recommended to get your own wetsuit for proper fitting.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Choosing the right Instructor So many factors go into successful scuba training. From detailed academic knowledge to firsthand diving experience, a skillful instructor makes all the difference. At Soto Scuba Academy, we understand the importance of safe, individualized training. Operated by an experienced instructor, we offer a variety of courses aimed at bolstering your diving […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-38","page","type-page","status-publish","entry"],"yoast_head":"\n