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Dive centre · Halifax · Canada
4.763 Google reviewsEast Coast Scuba & Watersports
Train for technical diving or explore local wrecks with a PADI 5 Star IDC and Tec Rec centre in the heart of Nova Scotia.
What sets this centre apart
- PADI 5 Star IDC and Tec Rec centre
- Team of 15 instructors including two Course Directors
- Maximum of 6 divers per guide for all sessions
- Open Water Diver training includes drysuit use
- Full range of rental kit including drysuits and thermals
- On-site gas fills for Air, Nitrox, and Trimix
- Technical training available for Sidemount and DPV
- Comprehensive equipment servicing and repair on-site
East Coast Scuba & Watersports about the centre
Located in Bedford, Nova Scotia, East Coast Scuba & Watersports has been a cornerstone of the Atlantic Canadian diving community since 1997. As a PADI 5 Star IDC and Tec Rec centre, it serves as a primary hub for both local divers and those looking to advance their technical skills.
The centre is uniquely positioned to handle the diverse requirements of North Atlantic diving, offering everything from basic recreational certifications to advanced technical training. Its scale and established reputation make it a central point for anyone looking to explore the coastline or the many wrecks of the region.
The club and its team
The instructional team is one of the most substantial in Atlantic Canada, consisting of 15 professional instructors. This includes two PADI Course Directors, ensuring a high level of expertise is available for all training programmes.
To maintain safety and individual attention, the centre limits its groups to a maximum of 6 divers per guide. This structure is particularly beneficial for those working through more demanding certifications or those participating in specialized training.
The centre at a glance
- Affiliation
- PADI
- Certification level
- 5 Star IDC Centre
- Operating since
- 1997
- Website available in
- English
- Instructors and guides
- 15
- Divers per guide
- 6
- Equipment rental
- complet, drysuit, thermals, palmes, masques, tanks (air, nitrox), wetsuits (2mm, 3mm, 5mm, 7mm), BCDs, régulateurs, poids/ceintures de lestage
- Nitrox
- Yes
- Rebreather
- Yes
- Trimix
- Yes
- Night diving
- Yes
- Oxygen on board
- Yes
- Access and transfers
- 1440 Bedford Hwy, Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada
- Phone
- +1 902-405-3483
- Address
- 1440 Bedford Hwy, Bedford, NS B4A 3Z5, Canada
- Official website
- eastcoastscuba.com ↗
Courses on offer
The course catalogue is extensive, covering the full spectrum of PADI diver training. Beginners can start with Discover Scuba Diving and move through to Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water, and Rescue Diver certifications. Specialized recreational courses such as Peak Performance Buoyancy, Wreck Diver, Night Diver, and Underwater Navigation are also offered.
For those moving into technical diving, the centre is a Tec Rec facility, providing training for Sidemount, Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV), and various TecRec levels including 40, 45, and 50. They also offer instructor-level training, including Divemaster, Instructor, and Tec Rec Instructor courses.
Equipment and gases
The centre provides a comprehensive rental fleet to suit the local conditions, including wetsuits in various thicknesses from 2mm to 7mm. For those diving in colder waters, drysuits and thermals are available to ensure thermal protection.
Full kit hire is available, covering BCDs, regulators, fins, masks, and weight belts. For technical divers, the facility is equipped to support advanced requirements, providing gas fills for Air, Nitrox, and Trimix, alongside emergency oxygen services.
Dive sites with East Coast Scuba & Watersports
The Aw Perry Wreck offers an opportunity to explore a sunken vessel, suitable for divers looking to practice wreck penetration or buoyancy control in a structured environment. The SS Atlantic Wreck is another significant site for those interested in maritime history and technical wreck diving.
For those preferring coastal environments, sites like Sandy Cove and Fox Point Beach provide accessible locations for shore diving. These sites allow divers to explore the local coastline and the various marine features found along the Nova Scotian shore.
And some of the dive sites the centre runs.
Paddys Head Dive SiteFox Point Beach Dive SiteSandy Cove Dive SiteBirchy Head Dive SiteAdmirals PointCarters Beach Dive SiteFralick Cove Dive SiteAfricville Park Dive SiteBear Cove Dive SiteBachman's Beach Dive SiteBaywater Dive SiteCranberry Cove Dive SiteBush Island Dive SiteBlack Rock Beach Dive SiteBurns Point Dive SiteBoutiliers Point Fish Shack Dive Site
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