Join York Sub Aqua Club and learn to dive
Whether you are a beginner or a qualified diver from any agency – BSAC, PADI, SAA, Police or Navy – you are welcome to join us!
What are the age limits?
You need to be at least 14 years old to join York Sub Aqua Club. If you are between 14 and 18, you also need a responsible adult who is a member of York Sub Aqua Club to accompany you.
Are there any restrictions?
Scuba diving is a safe activity, however there are certain medical conditions which may mean you will not be able to dive safely. Please refer to the BSAC Try Dive medical and responsibility declaration form.
Do I have to do more training if I’m already qualified?
No, you can dive with us within the scope of your existing qualifications but you will have the opportunity to progress in a variety of ways and we would encourage this!
How do I join?
You can become a member of York Sub Aqua Club through the BSAC website, If you need any help with this, you can contact us at yorksubaquaclub@gmail.com
How much does membership cost?
| BSAC Adult annual membership fees* | £68.50 |
| BSAC Under18/Student annual membership fees* | £37 |
| YSAC Adult annual membership fees** | £150 |
| YSAC Under 18 annual membership fees** | £75 |
| YSAC Student membership fees** ++* | £75 |
*BSAC membership includes worldwide third-party insurance and a monthly subscription to SCUBA magazine
**Our full membership offers a range of benefits including complimentary instructor training, free access to the pool with scuba equipment hire, unlimited air fills, affordable Nitrox fills, invitations to club dive trips and membership to Huntington Sports Club
**++*Student is 25 years and under and in full time education
How much does training cost?
You can choose from a range of courses offered by BSAC, all packs are purchased through York Sub Aqua Club. The pack price includes instructor-led training and the hire of all pool equipment to complete your qualification*+.
| Ocean Diver*++ | £48 |
| Sports Diver*++ | £43 |
| Dive Leader*++ | £40 |
| Advanced Diver*++ | £43 |
*+ Open water lessons are undertaken at an inland site, there will be an additional cost for entry into the site along with a hire fee for the rental of scuba equipment.
*++If you purchased a try dive session with ourselves the cost of this will be discounted from your first course material.
Can I learn to take photos underwater?
Yes, you can! You will have access to a wide range of BSAC Skill Development Courses – from essential Safety and Rescue skills to Seamanship, Technical Courses, Underwater Archaeology, Photography and Scientific Research, there is something for everyone!
Is further training available?
Check out the BSAC website to see the wider selection of interesting and challenging courses available regionally and nationally for all BSAC members.
Who will teach me?
At York Sub Aqua Club, you will find a team of skilled and friendly volunteer instructors, both men and women, who are committed to helping you reach your highest potential as a diver and enjoy every moment of it! You can also share your new skills with other new divers by becoming an instructor yourself, this is a great way to keep your skills sharp and up to date.
Do you have other memberships available?
We have a range of memberships available. As well as our annual and student memberships we offer three different social membership which can be purchased directly with ourselves.
| Social + Air 1 Membership*’ | £50 |
| Social + Air 2 Membership**’ | £100 |
| Social Only***’ | £25 |
*’Our Social plus Air 1 membership offers membership to Huntington Sports Club, invites to our social events and up to 5 air fills per annum.
**’Our Social plus Air 2 membership offers membership to Huntington Sports Club, invites to our social events and up to 30 air fills per annum
***’Our Social only membership provides membership to Huntington Sports Club and invites to our social events