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What to Expect in Your First Melbourne Open Water Course
What to Expect in Your First Melbourne Open Water Course
Discover how to learn to dive in Melbourne. We break down the 3-day SDI Open Water certification, covering eLearning, pool skills, and Port Phillip Bay shore dives. Find out why... Read more...
3 Common Myths About Learning to Scuba Dive in Melbourne (And Why You’re Ready Now!)
3 Common Myths About Learning to Scuba Dive in Melbourne (And Why You’re Ready Now!)
Think you need to be a good swimmer or own a shed full of gear to explore Melbourne’s underwater world? Think again. We’re busting the top 3 myths holding you... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Diving Rye Pier: Melbourne’s Underwater Playground
The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Diving Rye Pier: Melbourne’s Underwater Playground
Experience world-class scuba diving in Melbourne at Rye Pier, the ultimate Mornington Peninsula shore dive. Renowned for its calm, shallow waters (2-6m), it is perfect for a simple dive with... Read more...
Citizen-Science Underwater: 2025 Great Victorian Fish Count at Simple Dive
Citizen-Science Underwater: 2025 Great Victorian Fish Count at Simple Dive
Join Simple Dive for the 2025 Great Victorian Fish Count this Sunday. Help survey Melbourne’s iconic marine species, contribute to real conservation data, and enjoy a relaxed social dive with... Read more...
How to Prepare for a Melbourne Boat Dive
How to Prepare for a Melbourne Boat Dive
Prepare for your Melbourne boat dive by matching the site’s depth to your certification, choosing between calm inside‑bay sites and rougher outer reefs, and checking wind conditions. Hire essential gear... Read more...
How to Prepare for Your Open Water Course in Melbourne
How to Prepare for Your Open Water Course in Melbourne
Preparing for your Open Water Course in Melbourne? Here’s how to get ready, stay warm, and feel confident for your first ocean dives. Read more...
Pre-Dive Safety Check
Scuba diving is an exhilarating experience that allows individuals to explore the wonders of the underwater world. However, it is crucial to prioritize safety before embarking on any dive. One of the key components of ensuring a safe dive is conducting a proper pre-dive safety check. By following the BWRAF sequence, divers can systematically assess their equipment and readiness for the dive ahead. What is the BWRAF sequence? The BWRAF sequence is a mnemonic device that stands for: BCD, Weights, Releases, Air, and Final Check. This sequence serves as a... Read more...
Melbourne Dive Site Forecast
Simple Dive – Melbourne Dive Recommendations Simple Dive – Your Guide to Victoria’s Best Dives Select Date Select Hour Filter Sites All Sites Beginner-Friendly Port Phillip Bay Ocean-Facing Data provided by the Open-Meteo weather and marine APIs. For sites requiring low tide or slack water, check times at BOM Tides. Dive responsibly – always check local conditions and dive within your limits. Visit us at Simple Dive, 21 Indra Road, Blackburn South, VIC 3130 | Follow us on Instagram Book a Guided Dive Rent Scuba Gear Specialty Courses Read more...
Mixed Gas Density Calculator
Oxygen Percentage (%): Helium Percentage (%): Depth (meters):   Current research recommends an ideal gas density of 5.2 g/L, with an absolute maximum of 6.2 g/L. Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Buoyancy Part 1
The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Buoyancy Part 1
Understanding and anticipating buoyancy changes, and timely adjusting the BCD, is key to safe diving Read more...
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Top 5 Beginner Friendly Dive Sites in Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia, is renowned for its exceptional diving spots, offering a diverse range of experiences for both scuba divers and snorkelers. Here are the top 5 dive sites in Melbourne... Read more...
Great Victorian Fish Count - 2019 & 2020
Great Victorian Fish Count - 2019 & 2020
Event photos from previous Great Victorian Fish Counts co-organised with Victorian National Parks Association. Thank you scuba divers for collecting fish count data that will be used in scientific researches.  Read more...
We Are Hiring! Instructors Wanted
We Are Hiring! Instructors Wanted
We Are Hiring! Instructors Wanted Location: Melbourne, Australia Simple Dive is seeking passionate and skilled PADI or SDI Dive Instructors to join our dynamic team. Responsibilities: Conduct a variety of scuba... Read more...
About Simple Dive
About Simple Dive
Established in 2015, Simple Dive is now a TDI/SDI certified training facility located at 21 Indra Road, Blackburn South, Victoria. We're passionate about connecting divers with the underwater world, offering... Read more...