Deep Blue Scuba & Swim Center

Swim

Parent & Me Swim Lessons

30 minutes / $60 per month based on one class/week (tuition adjusted for 5-week months). This beginner level swim program puts parents in the pool with their baby as early as possible. Our teachers work with parents to help develop the natural instincts that a child has for the water, as well as the primary skills of breath control, rolling, and floating. In this 30-minute infant-toddler group class, the instructors lead the parents and students through group activities and interactive water games appealing to a child's sense of curiosity, wonder, and play. This fun class is a great bonding experience for parents and their children and also aids in the child's physical and mental development. The age range for this class is 3 months-15 months. (Class ratio 6:1) Parent in the water with baby. Double diaper REQUIRED: Reusable diaper cover over water disposable. Call now for your FREE initial evaluation lesson at 562.434.1644.

Private Swim Lessons

20 minutes/ $155 per month based on one lesson/week. We offer one-on-one swim instruction to students of all ages and skill levels. The intimacy of the private swim lesson allows our teachers to specifically cater the instruction to each student's individual needs and skill level. Our CPR-trained teachers are experienced, professional experts teaching Deep Blue's unique Six-Step Swim Program. Classes are taught in a gentle, fun, yet progressive way, allowing students to develop coordination, stamina, stroke work, and above all, the ability to be confident, comfortable, and safer in a variety of water environments. So whether your child is six months old and starting swim lessons for the first time or a nine year old preparing for junior lifeguards, learning to swim is a critical life skill that every child must develop. Double Diaper REQUIRED for children 4 and under - Reusable diaper cover over a disposable water diaper. Call now for your FREE initial evaluation lesson at 562.434.1644.

Swim Team - Dippers

45-minute group session / $350 for 3-month session (based on one session/week). Our pre-competitive Swim Team, the Dippers, is a small youth swimming group that introduces the basics of racing plus stroke development, turns, starts in a fun, comfortable environment. In this 45-minute practice session, instructors work with proficient swimmers that are looking for the next level in swimming. They focus on endurance training, strength conditioning and stamina! Several times a year, students participate in pre-competitive swim meets. If your child is thinking about competitive swimming or water polo, this program is a great stepping-stone. Class Ratio 12:2 (two instructors on the pool deck). Requires evaluation or teacher recommendation.

Snorkeling Clinics

$50 per person in a 90-minute clinic (snorkel gear not included). Once your kids are comfortable in the water, the next step is to get them breathing through a snorkel. They already want to spend all of their time figuring out what's under the surface; this way they don't have to hold their breath! Our 90-minute clinic gets them comfortable using a mask, snorkel, and fins. Students will learn to use to wear and clear a mask, how to breathe with a snorkel, use fins for propulsion, and the basic safety concerns while snorkeling. For more advance swimmers & snorkelers, instructors will teach the basics of breath holds and free diving. This is a great class for your child and family to take before you go on that tropical family vacation.

Scuba for Kids

Bubblemaker...Kids First Step to Scuba

$100 per person for a 2-hour group course (mask, snorkel and fins not included). The next step on your child's aquatic scuba journey would be the Bubblemaker course! As young as age 8, this course introduces kids to the world of scuba diving! Our well-qualified and trained scuba instructors are comfortable teaching in the open ocean, but this course takes place in our indoor, heated pool. The course includes all materials, instruction and equipment rental. So if your little one is excited about finding Nemo or discovering treasures, this is how they get started! It's the perfect birthday gift or fun playdate with your child and their friends.

Boy Scouts of America Merit Badge

Interested in earning the Scuba Diving Merit Badge? One of the requirements is to obtain an Open Water certification – we can do that! You also have to obtain First Aid and CPR training – we can do that too! Put together a group of boys and we can work around your schedule and needs. With a Boy Scout Counselor on staff, we can be your one-stop shop for all of your BSA needs!

Seal Team

For those 8-10 year olds who have completed their Bubblemaker course, we next offer Seal Team courses. The child who excelled at blowing bubbles may want to do these extra five "challenges" – each of which comprises of a Seal Team "Mission". After completing each of the five missions they can move on to become underwater "Specialists" in different scuba fields. This is an exciting way to teach valuable skills while having fun!

Seal Team 1 - Group Course - $100/Student (includes crew pack)

Seal Team 2 - Group Course - $75/Student

Seal Team 3 - Group Course - $75/Student

Enrollment & Policies

To book your FREE initial evaluation lesson, whether it be an infant group swim class for your baby, a private lesson for your toddler or preschooler, or a swim team session, we encourage you to call us at 562.434.1644. Come to our family-friendly facility, see our indoor 92 degree pool, meet our friendly staff and knowledgable instructors. Once you decide to sign up, all registration forms will be completed at that time.

Billing and Payment

Our swim school operates on a perpetual enrollment basis; meaning, if your tuition payment is made on time, your child automatically remains registered for his/her class. Tuition is automatically billed on the 1st of every month. For example, on February 1, we bill for February's lessons. Upon registering for classes, you will be asked to confirm which credit card you want to use for automatic billing. Your payment will be automatically charged to a credit card on the 1st of each month. If you choose to make a cash or check payment, you must do so by the 25th of the prior month. Failure to provide payment by February 1st, will result in a $25 late fee. If you will not be attending the next month, please inform us 30 days in advance. If you miss a tuition deadline, your credit card on file has expired, or is no longer valid, please call us right away. If we do not receive payment by the 1st of every month, we assume you are not continuing with classes and will open up your child's spot to people on the wait list.

Annual Registration Fee

There is a $25 annual registration fee for each child enrolled or $40 annual registration fee for families with two or more children enrolled.

Absences/Makeups

We understand that there are times when a child is not able to attend class. If your child is absent, you are allotted one makeup per child to a maximum of 5 makeups per calendar year. Makeup classes will not be credited in lieu of monthly payments. Makeups are not available for swim team programs or if the swim school was NOT notified of your child's absence prior to 9:00a.m. the day of the lesson.

Swim - FAQ

How do I book a FREE swim evaluation?

Booking is easy. Simply call us at 562.434.1644 to arrange a convenient date and time.

How do I book swim lessons?

Booking swim lessons is easy. Here are some options: Sign Up Now; Call us at 562.434.1644; Email us at swim@deepbluelongbeach.com; Send us a Facebook message at Deep Blue Swim School

What age should I start my child in swimming lessons?

There is no set age, however we recommend all parents begin their child's swimming journey at a very early age. The earlier a child is introduced to water, the less chance they have of developing a fear of the water. According to the AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics), "Children need to learn to swim." And, "new evidence shows that children 1 to 4 may be less likely to drown if they have had formal swimming instruction."

What if my child's scared? Should I wait until they are older to start swimming lessons?

In the majority of cases, no. Often the fear becomes more entrenched the older the child becomes. Addressing the problem properly with a strategy will get them swimming and teach them the invaluable life lesson that difficult tasks can be overcome with hard work and patience. This does not mean we force a child to swim. We gradually get students used to being in and around water, then use a step-by-step technique to build confidence in a fun and gentle progression.

Which days of the week are swim lessons offered?

Deep Blue Swim School is conveniently open for swim lessons Monday through Friday 9:00a.m.-6:30p.m. and Saturday from 8:30a.m.-2:30p.m.

Do I need to get into the pool with my child?

Only during our beginning level Parent & Me group sessions, does a parent get in the water with their baby or toddler (ages 3 months to 18 months). Parents with children enrolled in our private one-on-one swimming lessons, do not get into the pool. Private swimming lessons are far more effective with a student-teacher environment.

When should I feel confident leaving my child in a pool on their own?

Never! Accidents can happen around pools all the time, even to great swimmers. Parents and caregivers should always supervise children.

How often should my child attend swimming lessons?

Deep Blue recommends that children swim minimally at least once per week on a year-round basis. Consistency, combined with quality instruction, is the most important piece in your child's learn-to-swim experience. With consistency, all children will learn to love their swim lessons and become safe and confident swimmers as a result.

What are the advantages of formal swim lessons?

Although it is possible to teach your children how to swim on your own, often times children are more susceptible to learning in a formal setting. Not only will kids progress at a faster rate, but they will also learn the correct technique without developing bad habits.

Are floatation devices (floaties) a good idea for children learning to swim?

We encourage parents to not use floatation devices while in the water. If used too often, floatation devices give children a false sense of security; they will rely upon the floaties and avoid developing proper swimming techniques. This becomes dangerous if the child ends up falling into a pool or jumping in without their floatation device. Any device that encourages an upright body position (water wings) only slows down the learning process, and is, therefore, a negative. Children need to learn the habit of placing their eyes into the water and creating a horizontal body position when swimming. Flotation devices can be great fun, however we caution against using them every time your child swims to the point where they depend on them. Good practice is to use floaties only for playtime in the water and to take time out to practice swimming.

When should swim goggles be used?

To speed up the learning process, we advise the use of goggles when teaching new or challenging swimming skills. Goggles stop eyes getting irritated, allowing the child to swim longer and in comfort. The goggles also relax the child due to the ability to see where they are going, with targets becoming clearer. However for safety, children must learn to swim without goggles. We recommend removing the goggles from time to time and see if children can perform the activities without them. Another good rule is to use goggles in lessons, and take them off in free or play time.

Why can some kids swim well while others struggle? My daughter is brilliant and my son is terrible.

Everyone is born with varying abilities. Some of the things which influence swimming ability include: Co-ordination; Strength; Bone density (buoyancy); Balance; Relaxation; Fine motor skills; History or past experience in and around water. Anyone can learn the basics of swimming and water safety, but like anything, some will find it easier than others.

How long will it take to teach my child how to swim?

The answer depends on the individual child and what your goals are. Be open to the lessons and your instructor's comments and you will get your answer. Like anything your child learns – the more they practice the more they will progress.

How long do most people keep their children in swimming lessons?

Once a child learns the basics of how to swim there are many advantages to keeping them in an ongoing program. Swimming is one of the best physical activities you can have your child take part in and your child will continue to learn and become more comfortable and confident in the water. Not to mention it is FUN and having a solid swimming foundation will lead to an enhanced lifestyle. Swimming opens the door to many activities your child may want to take part in like competitive swimming, water polo, snorkeling, scuba diving, junior lifeguards, surfing, water skiing, wake boarding, and kite surfing just to name a few.

Why Choose a USSSA Member School?

The United States Swim School Association (USSSA) is a world class organization with members that are dedicated to providing quality swimming lessons. USSSA members have the opportunity to educate themselves at least three times a year at workshops and conferences. Members are educated on the latest and best techniques for teaching children how to swim.

Final Word

Discover how your child will gain water confidence at Deep Blue and reduce the risk of a water tragedy.

Statistics Drowning is the 2nd leading cause of unintentional injury-related deaths to children ages 14 and under

More than half of those drowning deaths occur to children ages 4 and under

60-90% of drownings occur in a backyard pool or spa

For every drowning, there are 4 near-drowning incidents that lead to hospitalization, with several survivors suffering significant neurological impairment

Drowning is the greatest summertime risk, increasing 96% above average during the summer months

Sources

National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), American Academy of Pediatrics, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), National Safe Kids Campaign.

Resources

Water Safety Tips.

Never leave a child unattended near water in a pool, tub, bucket or ocean. There is no substitute for adult supervision.

Designate a "Water Watcher" to maintain constant watch over children in the pool during gatherings.

The home should be isolated from the pool with a fence at least 60" tall

with a self-closing, self-latching gate. The gate should open away from the pool, and should never be propped open.

Doors and windows should be alarmed to alert adults when opened. Doors should be self-closing and self-latching.

Power-operated pool safety covers are the most convenient and efficient. Solar/floating pool covers are not safety devices.

Keep a phone at poolside so that you never have to leave the pool to answer the phone, and can call for help if needed.

Learn CPR and rescue breathing.

Keep a life-saving ring, shepherd's hook and CPR instructions mounted at poolside.

Do not use flotation devices as a substitute for supervision.

Never leave water in buckets or wading pools.

If a child is missing, always check the pool first. Seconds count.

Remove toys from in and around the pool when not in use.

Don't use floating chlorine dispensers that look like toys.

Instruct babysitters about potential pool hazards, and emphasize the need for constant supervision.

Responsibilities of pool ownership include ensuring children in the home learn to swim, and that adults know CPR.

Do not consider children "drownproof" because they've had swimming lessons.

CPR & First Aid

We cannot stress the importance of having a basic knowledge of First Aid and CPR and we encourage all the parents of Deep Blue Swim School to get this training. To make this available to you we teach an Emergency First Response course right here at our facility. We schedule one EFR course every month and can schedule a private course for you and your friends and/or family. You can save a life with this training.

Swim Partnerships & Affiliates

United States Swim School Association

www.usswimschools.org – US Swim School Association (USSSA) began in 1988 and over the past 25 years, USSSA has grown to become the largest swim school association in the country, and is recognized by affiliated schools, instructors, and parents alike as the preeminent swim school organization in the world. Currently, USSSA has over 400 member schools in 39 states and 16 countries worldwide. USSSA Member schools provide swimming and water safety instruction to over 500,000 students each year. Member swim schools receive invaluable benefits as USSSA members, receiving the latest training in water safety, swim instruction methods and tools, invitations to annual conferences, and many other benefits that help establish and enhance each individual school. Through USSSA, parents and students are provided with a reliable and trustworthy resource when searching for a swim school and can rest assured they have chosen a top school when they choose a USSSA affiliated location.

National Drowning Prevention Alliance

www.ndpa.org - The mission of the National Drowning Prevention Alliance is to prevent drowning and aquatic injuries, by educating, leading, engaging, and supporting the public, our members, chapters, and partners.

Safer 3 Water Safety Foundation

www.swimforlife.org - The mission of the Safer 3 Water Safety Foundation is to enrich the lives of all people by promoting the life-long benefits of swimming for safety, health, fitness and recreational enjoyment. Our vision is to bring about a reduction in the number of drowning events with the Safer 3 Program, and to support research, education and programs that promote swimming and water safety. Drowning is Preventable!

Deep Blue Swim Calendar

Deep Blue Swim Meet

Sat, May 17, 2pm – 5pm; Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool, East Olympic Plaza, Long Beach, CA, United States.

Snorkeling Clinic for Jadie's Girls Scouts

Sun, May 18, 2:00pm – 3:30pm; Deep Blue.

Deep Blue Safer 3 Water Safety Expo

Sun, May 25, 12pm – 2pm; Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool, East Olympic Plaza, Long Beach, CA, United States.

Swim Meet

Sat, May 31, 1:30pm – 5:00pm; Blue Buoy Swim School, Nisson Road, Tustin, CA, United States.

Deep Blue Swim Meet

Sat, June 21, 2pm – 5pm; Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool, East Olympic Plaza, Long Beach, CA, United Stat.

Deep Blue Swim Meet

Sat, July 19, 2pm – 5pm; Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool, East Olympic Plaza, Long Beach, CA, United States.

Fish Rodeo

Friday, Aug 1, 2014.

Deep Blue Swim Meet

Sat, August 23, 2pm – 5pm; Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool, East Olympic Plaza, Long Beach, CA, United States.

Basic - Open Water Certification

Info

$499 per person.

This is it! This is where you start if you're interested in exploring a new world underwater!

This course certifies you to dive down to 60 feet/18 meters for the rest of your life, anywhere in the world.

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We know your time is valuable and with our onsite indoor heated pool, your time commitment to finish your certification is one of the shortest in Southern California.

From start to finish, the entire class is completed in less than one week and the class is offered EVERY week.

Basic - Open Water Certification Schedule

The class typically breaks down as follows:

Complete the PADI Open Water e-Learning (averaging 8-16 hours of online academic work)

Pool Work

Weeknight evenings Tuesday & Thursday (or Monday & Wednesday) from 6:30p.m.-10:00p.m. - getting comfortable with the gear and reviewing the necessary skills. Friday is available if extra time is needed. (Additional fees may apply)

Ocean Dives

Over the weekend, a chartered boat (not the ferry) out to Catalina for 2-3 ocean dives, enjoying food throughout the day. Typical day to Catalina starts at 6:15a.m. with return to dock around 6:00p.m., depending upon the boat selection & weather conditions. Also, 1-2 beach shore dives are completed the next day, allowing students to get used to entering and exiting through the surf.

Finalize and complete certification

The cost of the Open Water Certification course covers absolutely everything (online eLearning homework, course materials, pool time, instruction, rental gear, air fills, boat ticket, food/drinks on the boat, and certification card). The only things not included in the price are your personal items (mask, snorkel, fins, boots, and gloves) and tip for the boat crew. Should you decide to purchase any or all of that equipment with Deep Blue, you receive our student discount!

Discover Scuba Diving - Not Sure If Diving Is For You?

Two-hour course

We understand that some people are a bit apprehensive about breathing underwater. We get it; people aren't fish. But if you're curious to see what the fish see, this is the course to figure out how much you like it. During this two-hour course, you will be in an indoor heated pool with a Deep Blue Professional, learning a few basic skills and having a lot of fun!

( per person ) $100.00

Schedule

This course is taught on weekends, but if you have a group of friends that are all interested, we are flexible with our schedule. The price of the course includes all scuba gear and instruction. While we can rent you a mask, snorkel, and fins, most people prefer to purchase their own personal gear. Should you decide to purchase that from us, you will receive 10% current student discount. AND, should you choose to sign up for the full beginning level Open Water certification course, half of your Discover Scuba course cost is used at credit!

Refresher - Scuba Tune-up

Two-hour pool session

Has it been a while since you strapped on the gear and explored the underwater world? Recommended for anyone that has taken a break from diving, this two-hour pool session goes over all of the basics skills from Open Water. You'll regain your confidence in no time.

( per person ) $100.00

Schedule

This course is available on weeknights and weekends. Let us know when you want to do it and we'll get you back in the water! The course includes instruction, rental scuba gear and FUN! (personal gear not included).

Advanced & Beyond

Advanced Open Water - Want To Go Further?

Want to open up new possibilities in your diving life? The Advanced Open Water Course consists of five (5) Adventure Dives with no class time!. Simply, one weekend of diving and you can call yourself an Advanced Diver. The types of dives for this class are: Deep; Underwater Navigation; Boat; Peak; Performance Buoyancy; Night.

Schedule

We typically offer this course one weekend of every month, but please call if interested in another weekend.

Price

$395.00

The price includes course materials, boat ticket (food/drinks on the boat), instruction, certification card, and rental gear w/air fills. It does not include any personal gear (mask, snorkel, fins, booties or gloves), the gear you'll need to be an Advanced Diver, nor the tip for the boat crew. Advanced Dive gear includes: Primary Underwater Light, Back-up Light, Tank Light, Surface Marker Buoy, Reel, Slate, Compass, and Knife. As always, whenever you are a student at Deep Blue, you get 10% off all in-store equipment purchases!

Emergency First Responder (EFR)

CPR and First Aid are good skills for everyone who partakes in an adventure sport - just in case. Plus, these certs are needed to go on to become a Rescue Diver! We teach this course with a few optional skill sets – both Care for Children and AED (Automated External Defibrillator). Certifications are good for two years, at which time you'll need to refresh your skills.

Schedule

The class typically takes place once every month, in the evenings from 6:30pm to 10:30pm.

Price

$119.00

This price covers all materials, course books, instruction, and certifications.

Rescue - Possibly The Most Challenging, But Most Rewarding Course

This course builds upon everything you've already learned and trains you to help prevent and manage any problems that may arise throughout your diving career. Rescue is one of the more demanding courses you can take – and also one of the most rewarding!

Schedule

Prior to the class and pool work, you need to complete the PADI online eLearning course. PADI Rescue e-Learning: We teach Emergency First Responder* (EFR) on a Thursday and Friday evening at the shop; due to the time and demanding nature of the course, we give you a day off and do not start the Rescue coursework in the pool or at the beach until Sunday. On the next Sunday we start the Rescue Course. Sunday's Rescue Course starts with 4-5 hours in our indoor heated pool, then we take a quick dinner break. Afterwards we head to a local beach to work on entries and exits for about an hour. The following Saturday or Sunday we take a boat out to Catalina where we continue to run Rescue Drills. Time permitting, we may even get a fun dive or two in! *You must have current First Aid & CPR Training to take the Rescue Course (Emergency First Responder course covers this).

Price

$380.00

This covers the online eLearning homework, course materials, rental gear w/air fills, boat ticket (food/drinks on the boat), pool time, beach time, certification card, and instruction. Tip for the boat crew is not included.

Specialties – Expand Your Training

So you're interested in expanding your knowledge and progressing into even cooler and cooler aspects of diving? Between our instructors here's a list of specialties we can teach:

Padi

AWARE Fish Identification

Padi

Boat Diver

Deep Diver

Digital Underwater Photography

Dry Suit Diver

Emergency Oxygen Provider

Enriched Air Nitrox Diver

Lobster Hunter

Night Diver

Peak Performance Buoyancy

Project AWARE Specialist

Search & Recovery Diver

Underwater Naturalist

Underwater Navigation Diver

Underwater Photography

Wreck Diver

Master Scuba Diver – The Top Recreational Certification

Want to call yourself "Master?" Okay, that was rhetorical; who doesn't? The Master Scuba Diver rating is the highest rating a PADI recreational diver can achieve. In order to accomplish this rating, you must have completed Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, have earned five specialty ratings, and logged at least 50 dives – and while that may sound like a lot, we can help you through every step of the way. Give us a call at (562) 434-1604, send us an email or stop on by the shop.

Be a Dive Professional

Want to Go Pro?

So you want to share with others the world that has so entranced you? As a PADI 5-Star Facility, with our own on-site indoor heated pool and consistent training courses, we can bring anybody up to a leadership position efficiently. As a full-service training facility, we have a program that can take you to where you want to go. Whether it is a career as a dive professional or the desire to achieve a higher level certification to compliment another career, Deep Blue is there for you. We have a uniquely-qualified and trained staff teaching specialty courses, rebreathers, scuba instructor certifications and everything in between.

Divemaster

The first step in your professional journey begins at Divemaster level. If you want to be there as people begin their Discover Scuba Diving experience for the first time or lead them through your favorite underwater exploration, this rating is for you. The stress of teaching an entire group belongs to the Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor, but as a Divemaster, you get to know all of the students, revel in the successes and help them through their struggles. As a PADI Divemaster, you can manage divers on a dive boat, lead divers at a resort, assist instructors, teach diving refreshers and even introduce non-divers to the underwater world during a Discover Scuba Diving course!

Schedule

Unlike most courses, the course's schedule is rather flexible. In fact, other than a few set dates, you are the person that determines how long the course takes. Depending upon your schedule and availability, this course typically takes between 2 months and one year to complete.

Price

$815.00

The price covers course instruction, materials (crew pak, instructor manual w/binder, slates, Divemaster manual, Diving Knowledge workbook, and eRDPML), and pool time. Any additional boat tickets and Divemaster Application fees are not included.

Emergency First Responder Instructor

First Aid & CPR are skills that everybody needs. Whether you're interested in teaching divers these skills or educators, clubs, churches or whomever, any Divemaster can become an Emergency First Responder Instructor.

Schedule

The course takes only a few nights and usually takes place during an Instructor Development Course so please let us know when you're interested in taking this and we'll let you know when it's next taking place!

Price

$490.00

includes your Emergency First Response Instructor Start-Up Pack.

Assistant Instructor

For those people interested in helping the Instructor out on classes more than they could as an Divemaster, you can become an Assistant Instructor. In order to start this course you must have already completed your Divemaster.

Schedule

Like Divemaster, this schedule is flexible. Come in for a meeting, go over schedules with the Course Director, lock in the dates and you're good to go!

Price

$1,275.00

includes IDC Crew-Pak w/Guide to Teaching Manual.

Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor

Spend your time getting paid to share that love of underwater exploration! The PADI Instructor Development Course covers both your EFR Instructor course and your Assistant Instructor course and by the end of it you'll be qualified to send your own divers out into the world! Whether you want to work at a dive shop/resort, teach friends and family, or work your way around the world, becoming an Instructor can help you achieve that.

Schedule

Like all of the professional courses, this schedule is determined by you, your classmates, and your Course Director.

Price

$2,425.00

covering EFR Instructor, AI Instructor, and the IDC. The Instructor Exam is not included.

Rebreathers

Closed circuit rebreathers are the future of diving and Deep Blue is at the forefront of this movement with the Titan rebreather. If you are looking for that next level experience and those amazing interactions with aquatic life a rebreather is for you. We are a full service dive center that supports your equipment and certification needs.. As the International Repair Center for the Titan Closed-Circuit Rebreather, we really know what makes them tick and with our combined decades of experience underwater we know how to make you comfortable with a new technology!

Public Safety

Deep Blue is a Public Safety and Military supportive company. We have a depth of experience in this special arena of diving that enables us to better serve you. Whether your seeking training to become apart of a professional dive team, need exercise planning or equipment support, Deep Blue has you covered.

Just for Kids

Snorkeling

Once your kids are comfortable in the water, the next step is to get them breathing through a snorkel. They already want to spend all of their time figuring out what's under the surface; this way they don't have to hold their breath! Our 90-minute clinic gets them comfortable using a mask, snorkel, and fins. Our snorkeling clinics are $50/person and covers the pool time and instruction (does not include their own mask, snorkel, and fins). We do carry snorkeling sets recommended for children and as a student in the snorkeling session, you do get a discount! Snorkeling clinics can be scheduled for the whole family at the same time!

Bubblemaker...Kids First Step to Scuba

The next step on your child's aquatic scuba journey would be the Bubblemaker course! As young as age 8, this course introduces kids to the world of scuba diving! Our well-qualified and trained scuba instructors are comfortable teaching in the open ocean, but this course takes place in our indoor, heated pool. The two-hour course costs $100 and includes all materials, instruction and equipment rental (does not include mask, snorkel and fins). So if your little one is excited about finding Nemo or discovering treasures, this is how they get started! It's the perfect birthday gift or fun playdate with your child and their friends.

Seal Team

For those 8-10 year olds who have completed their Bubblemaker course, we offer Seal Team courses. The child who excelled at blowing bubbles may want to do these extra five "challenges" – each of which comprises of a Seal Team "Mission". After completing each of the five missions they can move on to become underwater "Specialists" in different scuba fields. This is an exciting way to teach valuable skills while having fun!

Boy Scouts of America Merit Badge

Interested in earning the Scuba Diving Merit Badge? One of the requirements for it is to obtain an Open Water certification - we can do that! You also have to obtain First Aid and CPR training - we can do that too! Simply, put together a group of boys and we can work around your schedule and needs. With a Boy Scout Counselor on staff, we can be your one-stop shop for all of your BSA needs!

Deep Blue Dive Club

Need buddies to dive with?

The Deep Blue Divers meet at 7pm on the first Thursday of every month at Deep Blue. We generally have a speaker (who talks about their area of interest in the marine world and how we can get involved), food, drinks, and a raffle – as well as a lot of fun. Deep Blue Divers are the first to hear about upcoming trips and specials, and are always given the best deals. So how do you become a member? You just show up! No membership fees or annual dues.

As a club, we go on a fun dive and/or underwater cleanup dive every month!

Dive Sites

With any dive site, you should check the conditions online prior to diving and then visually check them once you are at the location. While we will try to keep this list updated, please note that hours, parking, closures, etc may be different than listed. Diving is inherently risky, please use good judgment on every dive.

Laguna

Shaw's Cove

Diver's Cove

Crescent Cove (Seal Rock)

Cleo Street

Fisherman's Cove

Heisler Park

Wood's Cove

Moss Point

Bird Rock

Palos Verdes

There's an amazing book by local diver Phil Garner called "Diving the Palos Verdes Peninsula" that goes into greater detail about the dive sites & and even some Palos Verdes (PV) dives accessible only by boat. You can pick a copy up at Deep Blue or you can order one here. Otherwise, here are some beach accessible dives in PV:

Malaga Cove

Honeymoon Cove

Christmas Tree Cove

Old Marineland/Terranea Resort

Abalone Cove

Rat Beach

Rocky Point

Neptune Cove

Redondo Beach

Veterans Park

Malibu

Malibu Road

Leo Carillo

Point Dume

Deer Creek Road

Local Dive Boats

Sundiver

Sundiver Express

Selky

Magician

Product Lines

We carry numerous product lines here at Deep Blue, so even if you can't find it in the store, we can probably special order it for you! See below for a list of the brands we carry.

Aeris

Apeks

Atomic Aquatics

Aqua Lung

Bare

Deep See

DiveAlert

Dive 1st Aid

Doc's Proplugs

Finis

Fourth Element

GoPro

Henderson

Hollis

Intova

Lavacore

McNett

Neosport

Oceanic

Omer

Polar Pro

Riffe

Rock N Sports

Sealife Cameras

Stahlsac

Suunto Diving Instruments

Titan Dive Gear

Trident

Underwater Kinetics

Watergear

XS Scuba

Zeagle

Other Info

We want to make sure you are completely comfortable in your new equipment.

To help with that, once you've purchased your gear with us we can set up a session in our onsite, 91 degree pool to get you familiar with all the bells and whistles. As you talk to our Deep Blue associate let them know and we can schedule a time for you!

Build Your Own Dive Locker

Sometimes it can feel overwhelming to decide what to purchase first, so we put together a list of items for the beginner diver to the professional.

Rental Gear

Our rental gear is brand-new, state-of-the-art, and meticulously maintained: Aqua Lung Pro LT weight-integrated buoyancy compensators, Titan regulators, and Suunto ZOOP computers. All of it is serviced annually to manufacturer's specifications. Rental equipment is disinfected in our Eco-Safe ozone-enriched water upon return to the store after each rental ensuring your safety.

Rental Rates

Full Scuba Rental Package

(first day (50% off each add'l day)) $45.00

BCD

$15.00

Regulator w/ Zoop Dive Computer

$25.00

Tank

$10.00

Steel 72, Aluminum 80, or Steel 95.

Weight

$5.00

Wetsuit

$20.00

Hood

$5.00

Close Scuba Partnerships & Affiliations

PADI 5-Star IDC Facility

PADI is the world's leading scuba diving training organization. With more than forty years experience, over 136,000 PADI Professionals and more than 6200 dive shops and resorts worldwide, PADI training materials and services let you experience scuba diving from nearly anywhere. www.padi.com

Sundiver Dive Charters

Deep Blue Scuba & Swim Center is proud to partner with Sundiver for our boat excursions. Owner Capt. Ray Arntz is one of the most experienced commercial dive boat captains in Southern California. He is an avid freediver, blue water hunter, and wreck diver who has over 5,000 dives to his credit. One of their three boats, Sundiver, Sundiver Express, or Selky will have you there in no time!

Scuba FAQs

How old do I need to be to learn to dive?

Anyone age 10 and over can learn to scuba dive. There are restrictions for 10 & 11 year olds (and an additional $50 fee), but there is no upper age limit.

How many students are in the courses?

Most of our courses are allowed to have 8 people in them. However, we cap our classes at 6 people. If there's a person 11 years or younger, we cap the class at 4. This way, each student gets plenty of attention and has lots of fun.

I understand part of the training is in the pool. What's your pool like?

We have an ozone-treated (meaning - no strong chemicals burning your eyes), 92 degree, indoor pool. It's 9 feet deep in the deep end, 2.5 feet in the shallow, and 44 feet long - letting us do all skills with ease and comfort.

When do you dive off of boats and when do you do beach dives?

It changes for every class. Some classes never dive off a boat (unless you'd like to purchase a boat ticket) while some classes never dive off the beach (Boat Diver Specialty can't really be completed from the beach). Some classes are mixed (during basic Open Water certification, we'd prefer you do boat AND beach dives - we train for our students to be amazing and safe scuba divers and we think that training is important. Let us know where you want to dive and we can make it happen - there are amazing dive sites all over!

Are there any additional or hidden costs in your courses?

Nope! We don't hide or add additional costs. All costs are out in the open and discussed up front. We are proud of our reputation as being honest and fair with customers. The few classes that have additional gear needs (i.e. Open Water, Advanced, Divemaster) all have any additional costs plainly stated in their descriptions and we would be happy to clarify any questions. As you compare course prices, please make sure you check for those additional or hidden costs. We don't charge extra for rentals, air fills, certifications, pool time, boat tickets (unless noted), or food on our boats. At Deep Blue we constantly strive to create a fun, trust-filled community (after all, we belong to this community too), and we work hard to earn that trust. So no, we're not trying to trick you out of your money.

Service & Repair

Would you trust just anyone to care for your life-support equipment? There is nothing more important to us than the privilege of maintaining your gear. Our philosophy is simple: Take care of everyone's equipment as if it is your own. Our manufacturer-certified technicians use only original equipment manufacturer's parts to ensure that your equipment is tuned to manufacturer's specifications. No compromises, just excellent service.

SuuntoCare

We Are A Factory Authorized Suunto Dive Computer Service & Repair Center. We care... so you can dive care-free. There is nothing more important to us than the privilege of maintaining your gear. As a family-owned business our philosophy is simple: Take care of everyone's equipment as if it is your own. No compromises, just excellent service.

Dive Computers

Your dive computer needs attention every now and then. Usually it's just a replacement battery, but even if it needs more, we can take care of it so it can take care of you. Those of you who own a Suunto computer, we are one of a select few factory-authorized regional service centers in the United States.

BCDs

Even your BCD needs to be serviced now and then. Don't wait until it gives out on you. Bring it in with your regulator for an annual inspection -- we'll check the bladder for leaks, the inflator for proper inflation, and make sure that the dump valves operate properly.

Dive Regulators

Annual Inspection

Most manufacturers require an inspection every year to keep your warranty valid. This inspection includes:

Checking the intermediate pressure supplied by the first stage

Checking the second stage opening effort

Inspecting the hoses, mouthpieces, and second stage exhaust valves

Inspecting the first stage inlet filter

Pressurizing the system and immersing in water to check for leaks

Overhaul

When indicated by the manufacturer, your scuba equipment needs an overhaul to keep it functioning at its peak performance. This service consists of:

Compete disassembly of your regulator

Cleaning according to manufacturer's recommendations

Replacement of o-rings and seats according to manufacturer's guidelines

Adjustment of intermediate pressure and opening effort to like-new condition

Dive Tanks

Oh, and we rent tanks too! Call for pricing and availability at (562) 434-1604. At Deep Blue Scuba we can handle anything you need done to your dive tank including:

Air Fills

Visual Inspections

Your cylinder needs to have a current visual inspection sticker on it in order to be filled at a dive shop or on a boat. These inspections must be performed every year. If yours is out of date, we can check it for you.

Hydrostatic Testing & Tumbling

Cylinders must be hydrostatically tested every 5 years. The month and year are stamped into the metal when the cylinder passes the test. If your cylinder doesn't have a stamp dated within the last 5 years, we'll send it out to our trusted partner, Spectrum Gas, and have it tested.

DIY Dive Gear Maintenance

While every piece of gear does come with manufacturer's suggestions to maintain the life & longevity of your equipment here are a few things that we recommend in addition to regular professional servicing:

BC Wash-out Hose

simplest way to rinse the inside of your BC with fresh water.

Mirazyme

a powerful blend of natural enzymes and microbes that quickly and easily eliminates odors.

Zip Care

the ultimate in zipper care for wetsuits and suitcases, designed to remove sand, dirt and salt deposits that can make a zipper stick.

Zip Tech

high performance lubricant for waterproof zippers in wetsuits, drysuits and more. Protects against salt, chlorine, rust and corrosion, as well as repelling dirt, sand and organic residues - so zippers last a lot longer.

UV Tech

powerful sun protection formula shields all kinds of materials from harmful UV rays to prevent fading fabrics, deteriorating rubber and discolored fiberglass.

BC Life

complete and balanced maintenance system effectively removes salt and chlorine crystals from the inside of the bladder and breaks down salt and chlorine on the outside, too.

Wetsuit & Drysuit Shampoo

works fast to remove organic residues like algae and bacteria, plus chlorine and salt deposits-so your neoprene gear smells fresher, stays supple and lasts much longer.

Deep Blue's History

Where It All Began...

Recreational scuba diving was born in Southern California and the Underwater Sports Shop was one of the first dive shops in the country.

Originally located at 5914 Second Street, it graced the cover of Skin Diver magazine's February 1956 issue. In 1959, proprietor Bill Hogan moved his store to the foot of the then newly-rebuilt Belmont Shore Pier where our shop remains to this day.

Bill Hogan sold the shop to a man named Sam Lecocq - a former colleague of diving pioneer Jacques Cousteau.

Sam held many early SCUBA patents, among them the aluminum scuba cylinder and the "WaterLung" – the first single-hose regulator. During this period (circa 1962), the father of one of the current owners was certified in this shop's very same pool.

Tom Murray, the next owner, changed the name to Pacific Sporting Goods and owned the shop for the next 31 years.

Tom made his mark in the freediving and hunting community and became known as one of the most knowledgeable repair technicians around.

In 2010, Tom Murray sold the place to Jacquie Ferneau-Hall and her husband Jonathan, a certified scuba instructor.

Under their ownership the name was changed to Deep Blue Scuba and Swim Center - utilizing the pool to teach swim lessons to hundreds of children while developing an emphasis of being not just a local scuba shop, but a Center where divers and swimmers can do everything from purchase needed equipment, to taking classes, and having their gear serviced. It's also a place where customers can ask questions, mingle, make friends, plan trips, and perhaps most importantly – begin an aquatic adventure – all in one friendly, helpful environment.

Facility

Though different shops with different philosophies, our location has housed a dive shop for decades. Hundreds upon hundreds of students have passed through our doors, swum in our pool, and left a changed person.

Where Deep Blue Goes Deep Green

Here at Deep Blue we spend a lot of time playing out in our environment. And we know that our actions as a business impact where we spend so much of our time when we aren't in the shop. As such, we try to negatively impact the world as much as possible (and we're always looking for more ways to do that); here are some of the things we're doing that:

Ozone Pool

Having a pool on site creates many great advantages to both scuba classes and swim classes. However, it can also be a drain on resources. We have an ozone-sanitized pool. Ozone is a most effective cleaning agent - produced from air. It is more effective than chlorine, producing only non-harmful debris and oxygen as its only byproducts. We use only the minimum amount of chlorine as mandated by the health code drinking water standards.

Battery Recycling Center

As one of the only Suunto Computer Repair Centers, we go through a lot of batteries. Instead of throwing them all in the trash, we collect and send them out for recycling.

Neoprene Recycling Center

There are a lot of discarded wetsuits just sitting in landfills. Now there's a way to recycle them into new and interesting products. So if you've been holding onto that old suit because you didn't want to toss it, bring it by and we'll have it recycled for you.

Original, refurbished, acid stained floor

When Pacific Sporting Goods became Deep Blue Scuba and Swim Center the shop was basically gutted. As much of the original architecture that could be salvaged was, including the cement floor that was acid-stained creating the unique, ever lasting effect that you see today.

Florescent & LED Lighting

By now, most people know that florescent lights use require less energy than their incandescent counterparts. So most of our lighting is florescent or compact florescent. However, we also use LED lighting throughout the store – they last longer and use even less energy than fluorescents.

Waste Materials

In addition to recycling bottles and cans, all of our waste is taken by Serv-Wel Disposal and Recycling to SERRF where they check for toxic materials and recyclable materials before burning it. During that process they generate enough electricity to power the plant and sell the excess to Southern California Edison. The waste steam is condensed and recycled back through the boilers while the waste ash is back-end recycled and used as road base materials at local landfills.

Aquarium Materials

The aquarium that is the centerpiece of floor has only been there since November of 2012. However, the aquarium itself has been around for many years prior to that.

Dive Against Debris

As local divers, we're very aware of the debris and pollution that enters our waters from the San Gabriel & LA Rivers –as well as our own beaches- so we hold bi-monthly Project AWARE Dive Against Debris dives by the Belmont Pier. Every dive we've sorted and logged the debris, and this has started to paint a picture of how much debris enters our waters. Having collected over 150 pounds of debris so far we've realized it's going to be a constant battle to keep our waters clean and are excited about giving people the opportunity to participate in their community with these regular outings and free rentals.