Underwater Naturalist Course

The Underwater Naturalist Course will give you a better understanding about the local ecosystem and the differences between terrestrial and aquatic worlds. See new things, even in the most familiar dive sites. 

The Underwater Naturalist Course, will familiarize you with:

• Key differences between the terrestrial and aquatic worlds.
• Major aquatic life groupings, interactions and information that dispels myths.
• Responsible  interactions with aquatic life.  

• PADI (Junior) Open Water Diver (or divers from other organizations with equivalent certifications).
• Minimum age: 10 years old. 

• Two Ocean Dives.
• Underwater Naturalist Certification card.
• All Required Scuba Equipment plus air fills.
• Note: Study Materials are not included in the price.

Group Class (3 Or More Divers): $400.00

Private Class (1-2 Divers): $500.00  

The duration of the course takes anywhere between two days to two weeks depending on whether or not the student’s commitment is full time or part time.

• Full Payment is required before the scheduled course. We will give priority to the student(s) on a first come (or pay), first serve basis. So whoever pays first will get scheduled on the requested dates. 

1. Classes are fully refundable 72 hours prior to the class start date.
2. Classes cancelled within 72 hours of the class start date will incur a $300.00 fee.
3. Classes rescheduled by the student within 72 hours of the class start date will incur a $200.00 fee.
4. There are NO REFUNDS if:
   1. The class has begun.
   2. Clients(s) decide to cancel or quit BEFORE course is entity completed. We will give youa referral form on what was completed up until the time of cancellation.
   3. Clients(s) do not show up to the dive appointment without any proper notice.

**NOTE: ** San Diego Scuba Pros will give every reasonable consideration to unforeseen events, such as family emergencies, illness, accidents, and similar circumstances. Partial refunds and/or rescheduling options may be available. Cancellation fees may also apply, depending on the nature and severity of the event.

NOTE: Please understand that when purchasing this course you have read and agree to our Cancellation & Refund Policy.