Welcome to TL Sea Diving!

Congratulations on taking the first step toward the adventure of a lifetime with your PADI Open Water Diver Course!  By now you should have received your training materials in eLearning format.  Enclosed is some helpful information to make your experience more Fun and Enjoyable!  

 

On behalf of all the Staff at TL Sea Diving, we would like to welcome you to the Wonderful World of Scuba Diving!  We are excited you have chosen to be part of the TL Sea Diving Team.  We believe each Student contributes to the diversity and success of each class and we wish to provide everyone the opportunity to learn in a safe and friendly environment.

 

We would like to make sure that you are well equipped for your PADI Open Water Course and every course you take with TL Sea Diving.  To ensure this, we have developed this “Welcome Packet” to describe some of the expectations as well as the resources available to each Student. 

 

There is a “Dive Equipment Check List” that will be useful for your PADI Open Water Diver Course and all your other diving adventures.  You should also know what your instructor will be expecting from you and what you should expect from them. 

 

We hope that this packet is, and will continue to be, helpful so you will have a better understanding of TL Sea Diving’s philosophy, what we stand for, and the way we operate.  These tools will be helpful for a safe and fun scuba diving future. 

 

We encourage you to keep checking our web site tlsea.com regularly for new photos, stories and upcoming adventures, events and trips.  We want to be your one source for information, training, equipment & travel.  Please feel free to contact us and join us at any of our events.

 

Thank you again for selecting TL Sea Diving for your diving experience!

 

 

David L. Nansel, Jr.

Dave diving

               & Phil Jacobson

               Phil diving

 

TL Sea Diving – “We’ll Change Your Life!”

 

Refund/Return Policy

With fewer students per course, last-minute changes can severely hurt our business.

 

Return Policy

 

All returns* accepted within thirty (30) days of purchase with receipt.

In-store credit only for returns.

No refunds.

No cash refunds.

 

Rescheduling Policy

 

If a request to transfer to another class is between one month and two weeks before the start of class, $50.00 will be retained by TL Sea Diving as a service fee. If a request to transfer to another class is less than two weeks before the start date/time; there will be a $150.00 service fee.  “No Call/No Show” will lose course fee (currently $395.00) and be treated as a cancellation.

 

Cancellation Policy:

 

No returns will be issued after the first Classroom Session. Students may complete training in the next scheduled class with availability, unless other arrangements have been made prior to the absence.

 

Make-up Fees:

 

Classroom Session                      $35.00

Final Exam – Make-up Fee            $35.00

Pool Session                               $150.00

Open Water Session                    $100.00

 

 

Or may make up dives with the next scheduled PADI Open Water Course with availability (with prior arrangements).

 

 

*Once you have redeemed your online access code, we are unable to issue a refund/return for that portion.

 

If we feel a diver is a danger to themselves, our group, the dive site or staff – we do reserve the right to cancel the remainder of the diver’s course.  We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.

 

Equipment Responsibilities

During your class, you are responsible for maintaining and bringing all your required equipment to designated sessions (see class schedule).  We supply this equipment as a courtesy to all our students.  By signing the “Rental Release Form”, in the unlikely event loss or damage occurs to any of TL Sea Diving’s Rental Equipment for which you have signed out, you agree to pay for the repair or replacement of that equipment which has been damaged and/or lost.
Some helpful hints to avoid damage include:
·        Treat your gear with care – don’t subject it to harsh conditions or treatment that could potentially result in damage or unnecessary wear.  Salt, sand, and chlorine are your gear’s worst enemy.
·        After each dive, soak and rinse your equipment thoroughly in fresh water

  • Mask lenses are easily scratched, be sure to handle them with care
  • It is suggested to soak the mouth pieces on your snorkel and regulators in vinegar to sanitize them prior to use
  • Store and carry all your gear in your assigned bag, once dry
  • Regulator hoses should be loosely wound to avoid placing any undue stress creating tears or kinks in the hoses
  • Wetsuits are easier to don if you use baby powder, a soap solution, or wear nylons when donning the suit
  • A bathtub works great to soak and clean your gear

·        With the drysuit option, you will receive special training with specific instructions detailing how to clean and care for your suit
·   Please do not wash drysuit undergarments. Upon return, we will wash them with very light detergent & cold water and hang them to dry
Let the Dive Center or your Instructor know as soon as possible if your equipment has broken or does not fit properly.
 

All Rental Equipment must be thoroughly rinsed in fresh water before returning it to the Dive Center.  We offer the option of paying a $150 cleaning fee for the Dive Center to clean your gear for you upon return.  Should the equipment be returned unclean, this fee shall be assessed to the student.

 

 

Class Expectations

What is expected from a student:

 

  • Be on time for all class sessions
    • If you are going to be late, call your instructor directly to let them know
  • Be prepared for all sessions
    • Complete all the required paperwork and Knowledge Reviews, have all the necessary equipment for each session (refer to your class schedule)
  • Ask questions
    • It’s always better to ask than assume. Your Instructors and Divemasters are here as your personal resource.  Take full advantage of their knowledge and experience.
  • HAVE FUN!!
    • Diving is meant to be a fun experience – relax and enjoy yourself!

 

 

What you should expect from your instructor:

 

  • Availability
    • Your instructor will be available for you to speak with just about any time either in person, by phone, or e-mail
  • Knowledgeable
    • TL Sea Diving is a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Course, and we have trained all our Instructors and Divemasters to be well-trained and well-equipped to answer all your questions.
  • Understanding
    • Your Instructor and Divemasters were once Students and understand everything you are going through. They are always here to help you.
  • Honesty
    • They will be honest in telling you about the areas that you are good at and those that you may need to work in. We pride ourselves in being honest with each Student in an appropriate and encouraging way.
  • FUN & ENCOURAGING!!
    • Diving is an awesome experience. Your Instructional Team will show you how to get the most out of your diving experience!

Equipment Checklist

Basic Equipment:

 

□      Mask & Snorkel □      Dry Suit
□      Fins □      Under-Garments
□      Boots □      Rock Boots
□      Gloves □      Ankle Weights
□      Glove Liners (optional) □      Dry Gloves
□      Primary Light □      Wet Suit
□      Back-up Light □      First Aid Kit
□      Knife □      Save-A-Dive Kit
□      Weight Belt □      Cell phone
□      BCD □      Change of Clothes
□      Regulator □      Warm Water
□      Hood □      Towel
□      Dive Computer □      Logbook
□      Compass □      Certification Card
   

 

Specialty Dive Items:

 

□  Goodie Bag

□  Safety Sausage

□  Reef Hook

□  Spear Gun

□  Fish Stringer

□  Underwater Camera

□  Additional Batteries