Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dive Centre in Plymouth for Training & Adventure
In Deep Dive Centre has established itself as one of the UK's premier dive centres, offering unparalleled access to the underwater wonders of Plymouth Sound and beyond. With over 12 years of dedicated service, we specialise in diver training, adventure-filled charter packages, gas filling services, and commercial diving operations. Our team of RAID-certified instructors and experienced marine professionals deliver training courses refined to the highest standards, ensuring divers develop both technical proficiency and boat diving expertise. We operate a fleet of purpose-built vessels, including the flagship 'Seeker' and 'Size Matters', enabling us to provide unique experiences such as our renowned shark encounter trips with a 90% success rate.Our commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction is demonstrated through our HSE-accredited first aid training, comprehensive equipment hire, and meticulously planned diving holidays that include accommodation, meals, and expert guidance. Whether you're a novice seeking Open Water certification or an experienced diver pursuing technical training, our facilities and expertise cater to all levels of underwater exploration.
Services
Diver Training
Shark Encounters
Diving Packages
Gas Filling Services
Commercial Diving
HSE First Aid
Nitrox Courses
Dry Suit Training
Oxygen Administration
Twinset Foundations
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- 12 years of experience delivering high-quality diver training
- RAID-certified instructors with extensive commercial diving expertise
- 90% success rate for shark sighting encounters
- Purpose-built dive boats for optimal underwater exploration
- Comprehensive safety protocols and emergency procedures
Associations and certifications
- RAID
- HSE
Services
Diver Training
Our RAID-certified training programmes develop essential diving skills through practical boat-based instruction. Courses range from Open Water certification to advanced technical diving, with a focus on safety, buoyancy control, and underwater navigation. The curriculum combines online theory with hands-on experience in Plymouth Sound's diverse dive sites.
Shark Encounters
Experience up-close interactions with blue sharks in their natural habitat during summer months. Our expert-led excursions maintain a 90% sighting success rate, offering snorkelling opportunities with these curious creatures. Trips include safety briefings, equipment hire, and professional marine guidance for both divers and non-divers.
Diving Packages
Comprehensive dive holidays combine accommodation, meals, and multiple dives daily across South West wreck and reef sites. Packages range from 2 to 5 days with flexible options for groups, featuring premium B & B stays, gas fills, and onboard catering. Winter specials offer discounted rates for year-round diving access.
Gas Filling Services
Europe's largest dive gas system provides air, nitrox, and trimix fills with continuous quality monitoring. Our facility handles 21 cylinders simultaneously, offering various gas mixtures from 21% to 40% oxygen, with deco gas and custom blends available for technical divers.
Commercial Diving
Four commercial vessels support media projects, scientific research, and offshore operations up to 60 nautical miles from shore. Our graduate marine scientists and certified divers have worked with National Geographic and Blue Marine Foundation, offering survey support, safety boat duties, and technical diving expertise.
People
James
Commercial Skipper & Diver
RAID instructor and ocean science graduate with expertise in commercial diving operations and vessel management. Leads training programmes and skipper of the flagship 'Seeker' vessel.
Ben
Lead Instructor
Longest-serving instructor with hundreds of certifications, overseeing all training operations and skippering the largest fleet vessel 'Size Matters'.
Freya
Booking Coordinator
Marine biologist and RAID Explorer 30 diver managing charter bookings and training course logistics with two years of crew experience.
Sam
Dive Instructor
Experienced instructor and Ghost Fishing UK diver, skippering the 'Searcher' vessel while combining marine conservation with technical diving expertise.
Liam
Gas Room Manager
RAID-certified instructor overseeing gas operations safety and efficiency while studying Ocean Science at Plymouth University.
Questions
What diving certifications do you offer?
We offer RAID-certified courses from beginner Open Water to advanced technical diving, including specialities like Dry Suit, Nitrox, and Twinset Foundations.
Can non-divers participate in shark encounters?
Yes, our shark snorkelling trips welcome both divers and non-divers, with safety briefings and equipment provided for all participants.
What's included in your diving packages?
Packages include accommodation, meals, gas fills, equipment hire, and guided dives with options for 2-5 day stays and group bookings.
Do you provide first aid training?
Yes, we offer HSE First Aid at Work courses covering emergency response, CPR, and oxygen administration for workplace safety compliance.
How do I book a diving experience?
Contact us via phone or email to discuss availability, complete booking forms, and pay deposits. Last-minute spaces are advertised on social media.
What commercial diving services do you provide?
We support media projects, scientific research, and offshore operations with four commercial vessels and a team of graduate marine scientists.
