Latest Club Presentations

Understanding and Using Your Dive Computer

Date: 14 October 2026

Presented by: Lee Ingram

A practical guide to dive-computer displays, no-decompression limits, conservatism, ascent warnings, safety stops and nitrox settings. Covers pre-dive checks, decompression displays, missed stops and computer failure, with activities using your own computer and optional material on algorithms and gradient factors.

Planning a Club Dive Trip

Date: 07 October 2026

Presented by: Lee Ingram

A guide to organising club trips, including organiser, Diving Officer and Dive Manager responsibilities. Covers participant suitability, site research, budgets, bookings, travel, gas supplies, risk assessments, emergency arrangements and weather alternatives. Includes a worked scenario and practical checklists.

Recreational vs Technical Diving

Date: 23 September 2026

Presented by: Lee Ingram

Explore how decompression obligations and overhead environments affect dive planning. Discusses equipment redundancy, gas reserves, nitrox awareness, oxygen partial pressure and maximum operating depth, alongside cave and wreck hazards, human factors and decisions to end a dive.

Compass Navigation for Divers

Date: 16 September 2026

Presented by: Lee Ingram

An introduction to underwater compass navigation, including compass selection and maintenance, setting and following bearings, navigation techniques and practical applications. Explores how directional awareness supports dive planning and buddy teamwork.

Buoyancy, Trim & Gas Management

Date: 02 September 2026

Presented by: Lee Ingram

Explore weighting, buoyancy control, BCD and drysuit use, balanced trim and finning techniques. Explains how equipment positioning and efficient movement affect comfort and gas consumption, with practical tips for improving core diving skills.

Authorised Club Dives: Protecting Ourselves and Our Club

Date: 19 August 2026

Presented by: Lee Ingram

A discussion of dive authorisation, Diving Officer oversight, changes to agreed plans and accurate dive records. Explores authorised versus private diving, equipment use and insurance scenarios. Read alongside current policy terms, BSAC guidance and agreed club arrangements.