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DISCOVER SCIENTIFIC DIVING

Ages 10-18 (certified Junior Open Water or Open Water divers)

Our Discover Scientific Diving Course is designed for young, certified divers wanting to learn about being a Marine Biologist as they practice skills related to conducting underwater research. Buoyancy, breathing, buddy skills and safety skills are practiced while performing basic scientific tasks. Divers work individually (but diving with a buddy) and work together with a buddy to perform scientific skills underwater, including measuring samples and recording data. Divers must complete Sessions 1, 2 and 3 to complete this course. This is the introductory course to our complete Jr Scientists Dive Program.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least a certified Junior Open Water Diver or Open Water Diver.
  • Completed Medical Statement (signed off by a doctor, if required), less than 12 months old.

Includes:

  • Three classroom sessions
  • Three scuba sessions 
  • Use of scuba gear
  • Course materials
  • SSI Recognition certificate

Please send divers with:

  • Snack
  • Water bottle 
  • Swim suit 
  • Towel
  • Mask, snorkel and fins (it is best to use their own, but we have some they can use)
  • They are welcome to use their own scuba gear if they have it


Location: SeaVentures/Diventures (2880 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Alpharetta 30022)

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

Thursday and Friday, April 7 and 8 - 9:00am-12:00pm - DSD Sessions 1-3 - $200

Sunday, September 18 - 9:00am-12:00pm - DSD Sessions 1 & 2 - $100

Monday, September 19 - 6:00pm-9:00pm - DSD Sessions 1 & 2 - $100

Sunday, October 16 - 9:00am-12:00pm - DSD Sessions 3 - $100

Monday, October 17 - 6:00pm-9:00pm - DSD Sessions 3 - $100

Jr Scientists 2022-23 Discount Package (10 Dive Clinics, 8 Marine Biology Workshops, monthly meetings, Georgia Aquarium Trip, Hyperbaric Chamber Trip, End of Year Party) - $1425 (contact Dr. Tonya for details).

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(SUMMER CAMP: OCEAN SCIENCE)
July 22, 2025 - Becca Howie
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Wonderful program, we also really love the after school program, and this was the first time we’ve done the summer camp. Our kiddo loved Ocean Science! My only issue is the start time at 8:30 (vs 8:00 for others we do) makes it really hard to do this.
Discover Science Center
July 22, 2025
Dear Ms.Howie,
I'm so glad that your kid had a blast! I understand that the 8:30 start time can be difficult to navigate, and we are sorry for the inconvenience.
(SUMMER CAMP: OCEAN SCIENCE)
July 13, 2025 - Norma Christine minvielle turquie
Verified Purchase
Great experience and kids love it! The staff is so caring and lovely.
Discover Science Center
July 15, 2025
Ms. Minvielle,
Thank you so much for the kind words. We've really enjoyed the opportunity to teach your sweet kids over the last couple of weeks!
(SUMMER CAMP: ROCKS & DINOSAURS CAMP)
June 11, 2025 - Matthew Kettleman
Verified Purchase
Would recommend! Lots of activities and learning packed into 5 days! My son especially enjoyed geode smashing and building a dinosaur habitat.
Discover Science Center
June 26, 2025
Mr.Kettleman,
Thank you so for letting us teach your son at camp, I'm glad he had a blast!
Questions & Answers
Help pls we totally missed the time I thought It was at 3pm! Pls help any way that we can get the video to still do it pls
asked on Apr 05, 2020
Apr 06, 2020 - Tonya Shearer
Verified Purchase
So sorry you missed the workshop. Your registration is being refunded. Unfortunately, to protect the privacy of the students that were recorded during the meeting, we can not distribute the recorded meetings. Hope to see you in a different workshop! -
Can adult attend session with shy youngster in younger groups?
asked on Jan 24, 2020
Jan 24, 2020 - Tonya Shearer
Verified Purchase
Hi Deborah, Thanks for your message. It depends on which program you are inquiring about. Our Young Explorers classes (3-5 year olds) require parent participation during class. Parents sometimes stay for the first week of homeschool classes, and during Girl Scout workshops as well. Parents do not stay for after-school programs, Parents' Night Out or our camps. Hopefully, I covered the program you are interested in. If not, please let me know so I can clarify. Thanks for your interest, Tonya -
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