2017 Dive School Term 1
Details
Event information
DIVE SCHOOL AT MSAC
- Term 1 Classes Begin: Monday 30 January 2017
- Term 1 Classes Conclude: Saturday 1 April 2017
Click Here for "Class Times & Prices" for times and options (or see Downloads)
The Diving Victoria Dive School is geared towards divers ages 4-16.
Open Registration begins Friday 16 December
- Registration is On-line only
- Registration may be made for 1 diver at a time ONLY
- Registration is for the whole of the term
- Earlybird pricing for those that register and pay by 19th January
- Pro-rata available after the third week that the class meets
- KinderDive - Please contact the Diving Victoria Office for availability 9686 7534
- Classes will only run with a minimum of 4 entrants
Please email whitney@divingvictoria.com.au if the class you would like to enroll in is full. Additional classes may be an option if there is sufficient demand. This will also be dependent upon pool and coach availability.
Come N Try: This term we will be having two Come N Try dates: Saturday 18 February (10-10:55am) and Saturday 18 March (10-10:55am). If these days do not work for you, Come N Try sessions may be available throughout the term. On a space available basis, divers may join a current beginner class for a one-off trial. Please call the DV Office (9686 7534 or 0411 863 483) for class availability.
- All classes meet in the MSAC 2nd level spectator seating area at the diving end of the indoor pool
- Bring bathers with warm-up clothes (T-shirt and shorts), towel and drink bottle
- Parents are encouraged to leave their children. If not, they must stay well clear of all class activities and coaches while they are working with the children. Parents must stay in the spectator seating and are not allowed on the pool deck at any time
Ongoing Options
On successful completion of the term, divers will be able to continue improving their skills in Diving Victoria programs, however once they reach a certain level (to be determined by their coach) it is expected they will be introduced to a club to continue their training and further develop their skills.
* Please Note: As a majority of our communication to you is via email, it is vital that you enter a valid email address in the section provided, and that you check it regularly.
PLEASE NOTE: THERE WILL BE NO LESSONS ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: (Prices have been adjusted accordingly) E-mail reminders will be sent
- Monday 13 March
- Wednesday 22 March - MSAC Closure
- Thursday 23 March - MSAC Closure
- Friday 24 March - MSAC Closure
- Saturday 25 March - MSAC Closure
- Monday 27 March - MSAC Closure
Important Notes
Missed Lessons
If a student misses a lesson due to illness they will be able to request a make-up lesson ONLY on presentation of a medical certificate. This will be subject to availability of classes and therefore may be offered as a credit towards a future term or holiday program. If Diving Victoria has to cancel a lesson, you will be able to request a refund, credit or make-up lesson. If a lesson is missed due to holidays, school camp or any other commitments, no make up lesson will be available.
Class Changes
If you wish to change a class day, time or level part way through the term you may discuss this with your coach, however any final changes must be made through the Diving Victoria office, preferably via email (whitney@divingvictoria.com.au) so we can keep an accurate record of class numbers and so that you can be added to the correct mailing list.
Entry into MSAC (subject to change due to MSAC policies) – Prices for divers Under 16
A student entering MSAC for their dive lesson is required to pay diving single entry of $4.80 (MSAC member) / $5.60 (non-MSAC member). A parent accompanying a child or staying to watch the lesson will be charged a non-swimmer/spectator fee of $1.00. Parking at MSAC is $3 per hour. These fees are not included in the prices listed on the other side and are paid to MSAC reception upon entry.
Alternatively, as dive school students you are able to purchase a Dive School 10 Visit Pass ($42.30) or 20 Visit Pass ($84.60) from MSAC reception. An MSAC Flexi-membership is required for this option ($75 annually and includes a parking pass good for up to 3 hours per visit). To purchase this pass, simply take your paid dive school receipt to MSAC reception.
Evaluations
The coaching staff will complete formal evaluations on divers’ progress in Terms 2 & 4 only.
Competitions (Term 1)
Pennant Week #4 (Saturday 511 February 2017 @ Aquanation in Ringwood)
Pennant is a competition series suited to all levels of divers and aims to provide them with competition experience and the opportunity to monitor their progress throughout the season, which runs from July-June. There are six pennants held over this time period and this is the fouth for season 2016/17.
Each pennant consists of levels 1-10 plus open competition, and each level has different requirements. Students will need to check with their coach for the appropriate level to enter and the dives they will need to perform. Entries will close on the Sunday prior to the competition.
The pennant criteria (i.e. levels and dive requirements) can be found on the Diving Victoria website under EVENTS.
Whitney Michael - Dive School Coordinator
whitney@divingvictoria.com.au 0411863483