Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Premier Scuba Diving Centre in Norwich
Christal Seas Scuba has been passionately dedicated to scuba diving and diver training for over two decades, establishing itself as Norfolk's premier scuba diving centre. Our team comprises highly experienced PADI professionals who prioritise safety, education, and fostering a love for underwater exploration. With state-of-the-art facilities including a large dive centre, retail shop, and on-site heated swimming pool, we provide comprehensive training and equipment solutions tailored to divers of all levels. Founded by seasoned divers Polly and Chris Wake, our centre combines extensive industry expertise with a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring both novice and experienced divers receive personalised guidance.Customer testimonials consistently highlight our structured, professional approach, with learners praising the supportive environment and well-organised courses. We maintain rigorous standards through continuous staff development and invest in modern equipment to guarantee optimal training conditions. Our commitment extends beyond instruction, encompassing community engagement through dive clubs, conservation efforts, and charity fundraising events.
Services
Scuba Diving Training
Dive Equipment Sales
Group Diving Holidays
Pool Hire
Dive Club
Equipment Servicing
Speciality Courses
Junior Diver Programmes
Rescue Diver Training
Technical Diving Courses
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of combined experience in scuba diving instruction
- Our team includes PADI-certified professionals with global diving expertise
- We provide year-round training in our dedicated on-site heated swimming pool
- We organise international scuba diving holidays to premier destinations
- We maintain modern equipment and facilities for optimal training conditions
Associations and certifications
- PADI
What people say
Supportive and welcoming
Well planned and organised
Calm and professional manner
Lovely welcoming atmosphere
Continue our training
Services
Scuba Diving Training
We offer comprehensive PADI-certified scuba diving courses from beginner to advanced levels. Our structured programmes include pool sessions, theory instruction, and open water dives. With experienced instructors and small class sizes, we ensure proper skill development and safety awareness for divers aged 10+. Courses range from introductory try dives to professional certifications.
Dive Equipment Sales
Our on-site shop provides the latest scuba diving equipment from leading brands. We stock complete dive kits, wetsuits, regulators, and accessories for recreational and technical divers. Expert staff offer fitting services and equipment advice tailored to individual needs. We also sell snorkelling gear, paddleboards, and watersports equipment for surface activities.
Group Diving Holidays
We organise international scuba diving trips to premier destinations including the Red Sea, Maldives, and Farne Islands. Packages include accommodation, boat dives, and guided excursions with experienced dive leaders. Our group holidays cater to both recreational divers and technical diving enthusiasts seeking wreck exploration and deep dives.
Pool Hire
Our on-site heated swimming pool is available for private hire by diving clubs, schools, and organisations. The facility supports training sessions, recreational diving, and underwater photography practice. We provide equipment storage and changing facilities for commercial and private users during agreed booking periods.
Speciality Courses
We deliver PADI speciality courses including wreck diving, drysuit certification, and technical diving programmes. Our advanced training focuses on specific skills like deep diving, rescue techniques, and underwater navigation. Courses are taught by instructors with specialist qualifications in respective diving disciplines.
People
Polly Wake
Co-Owner & Lead Instructor
With over 20 years of diving experience, Polly specialises in technical diving instruction and expedition leadership. She has led dive trips to locations including Bikini Atoll and Socorro, maintaining a strong focus on diver safety and environmental conservation.
Chris Wake
Co-Owner & Training Director
Chris has been training divers for over two decades, developing the centre's comprehensive training programmes. His expertise includes junior diver instruction and adaptive diving techniques, ensuring accessible learning for all ability levels.
Questions
What scuba diving courses do you offer?
We provide PADI-certified courses from beginner to advanced levels, including Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, and technical diving programmes.
Do you sell dive equipment?
Yes, our on-site shop stocks complete dive kits, wetsuits, regulators, and accessories from leading brands for recreational and technical divers.
Are there age requirements for learning to dive?
Junior diver courses start at age 10, with parental consent required for participants under 18.
Do you organise international dive trips?
We arrange group diving holidays to destinations like the Red Sea, Maldives, and Farne Islands with expert dive leaders.
Can I hire your pool for private diving sessions?
Our heated swimming pool is available for private hire by diving clubs and organisations during agreed times.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards and bank transfers for course bookings and equipment purchases.
