A Chilly Success: Ocean and Sports Diver Training Weekend at Caperwray

A Chilly Success: Ocean and Sports Diver Training Weekend at Caperwray

Last weekend, Staffordshire Divers hosted an exciting training weekend at the renowned Caperwray Dive Centre. Famous for its clear waters and unique underwater attractions, Caperwray provided the perfect backdrop for this transformative event. Despite the brisk 7°C water temperature, spirits were high as divers achieved their Ocean Diver and Sports Diver certifications.

Conquering the Chilly Waters

Under the guidance of our lead instructor, Lee Ingram, participants began their journey with a detailed briefing. This session set the tone for the weekend, ensuring that everyone felt prepared and confident for their dives. Both Ocean and Sports Diver trainees tackled rigorous but rewarding sessions, building skills and confidence with every dive.

By the end of the weekend, these newly certified Ocean Divers were ready to explore depths of up to 20 meters with confidence.

For Ocean Divers

Ocean Diver trainees focused on mastering the foundational skills for safe and enjoyable diving. Their training sessions included:

• Perfecting buoyancy control for smooth underwater movement.
• Hands-on equipment management, from assembly to maintenance.
• Practicing underwater navigation using compasses and natural landmarks.
• Developing emergency response skills, such as air-sharing drills and controlled ascents.

By the end of the weekend, they were fully equipped to dive to depths of up to 20 meters with confidence.

For Sports Divers

Sports Diver candidates faced advanced challenges that tested their growing expertise. Their training covered:

• Completing deeper dives to a maximum depth of 35 meters.
• Mastering rescue scenarios, including towing and surface emergency management.
• Learning decompression theory and safe ascent techniques for extended dives.
• Refining their dive planning and management skills for complex dives.

Congratulations once again to our Ocean and Sports Divers! Your hard work and determination have paid off. Keep diving, keep exploring, and remember – the ocean is calling! 🌊

For more information about our courses and events, visit Staffordshire Divers or join us at our next club night at The Ship Aground. We’d love to see you there!

Weekend Highlights

While the training was intensive, the weekend was also filled with fun and memorable moments:

• Exploring Caperwray’s unique underwater attractions, including the Gnome Garden and the iconic sturgeon, Stan.
• Enjoying warm camaraderie during surface intervals, complete with hot drinks and stories.
• Building confidence and teamwork through shared challenges and achievements.

A Word from Lee Ingram

Our lead instructor, Lee Ingram, reflected on the weekend:

Inspired by our training weekend? Whether you’re new to diving or ready to take your skills to the next level, Staffordshire Divers is here to help. Visit our club location page to find out more about where we meet and how to get involved. Let’s make your diving dreams a reality!

What’s Next?

For our newly qualified divers, this is just the beginning of their underwater journeys. With their certifications, they are now ready to:

• Join club dives at exciting locations across the UK and beyond.
• Advance their skills with specialty courses and further qualifications.
• Explore the underwater world with confidence and passion.