Scuba Rangers
The Scuba Ranger Club is all about fun and learning with other active Scuba Rangers. While no two Clubs are the same, most are organized groups who get together to have fun diving, learn more about scuba, and participate in other fun activities. Many Clubs are located in places similar to your town, but many are on exotic islands. This means there may be a Scuba Ranger Club where your family goes on vacation, so you can go diving without your mom and dad!
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Scuba Rangers web site
What is Cool about Scuba Rangers?
With Scuba Rangers, you can scuba dive in a pool with real diving
equipment, play games underwater, and other fun stuff!
You're part of a special, elite group - scuba divers!
You accomplish things that will amaze your parents - and yourself.
You develop good sense around the water, and increase awareness
of water safety. You build confidence, self-esteem and pride.
Unlike many other sports, scuba diving can be enjoyed for a lifetime.
Diving's something very few people can do - maybe not even your
parents!
How to becoma a Scuba Ranger
It's easy. Scuba Rangers is for any active kid age 8 to 12. You
must have basic swimming skills, be comfortable in the water, and
be in good health. Next, you enroll in a Scuba Ranger Development
Program. In the program, you work your way through five basic levels.
You'll get cool rewards for each level you complete.
Level 1: Red Ranger - Water safety techniques, swimming and snorkeling
skills.
Level 2: White Ranger - Snorkel review and first time on scuba.
Level 3: Blue Ranger - More scuba skills and underwater photography.
Level 4: Silver Ranger - More scuba, fun and games.
Level 5: Demo Ranger - Demo Ranger is the highlight, because you
proudly demonstrate your skills to parents, family and friends.
After Demo Ranger, you get a temporary completion card. You are also eligible to join the Scuba Rangers Club, where the fun really begins. Rangers are expected to make a commitment to learning the proper diving skills and following safe diving practices - and to having fun!
History of the Scuba Rangers
The Scuba Rangers were started in 1999 by Paul Oberle, owner of
Scuba Ventures in Shreveport, Louisiana, and an Instructor Certifier
affiliated with Scuba Schools International (SSI). For 12 months
he conducted a pilot program at his store, in association with Scuba
Schools International. Paul pioneered children-specific training
techniques, new terminology and educational philosophies, with the
assistance of SSI Instructor Ashley Rosenthal. Scuba Schools International
then worked with Paul to develop detailed instructional manuals
and education products based on his program.
Mission of the Scuba Rangers
The mission of Scuba Rangers is simple: to involve children in scuba
diving and pass along the excitement of water exploration. Our goal
is for thousands and thousands of kids to develop a long-term affinity
with the sport of scuba diving by the time they are 12 years old.
The intent is that when they become adults, and are making recreational
decisions, they will retain the affinity for scuba diving and pursue
it as their passion.
Equipment you should have
So you can have more fun and be the best Ranger possible,
you should own at least a mask, snorkel, and fins designed for your
size and age. A personally fitted kid’s snorkeling system
will make you dive like a fish. You’ll stay nice and toasty
in the pool if you also have a Ranger-sized wet suit.
Check on getting certifiec
If you are 10 years old, you may be eligible to become
a real certified diver and explore lakes and oceans. Ask your Ranger
Instructor about it.
How to get started
It’s easy! Just ask your parents to call and schedule an orientation to get signed up. Scheduling is flexible, typically 3-four hour sessions.
Cost
Scuba Ranger Program - $195.00
Scuba Ranger Study Materials - $89.95
Purchase of Mask, Snorkel and Fins required |
