Friday 27 December 2013

Recent LSD customer comment!

We would like to give feedback for our scuba review with Dave T as follows:
Being fair-weather, once a year divers, we have done a couple of other scuba refresher courses - one abroad and one in the Caribbean.  Neither were anywhere near as comprehensive and thorough as the Padi Scuba Review we did with Dave at the London School of Diving.  Dave is an excellent teacher with 30 years of diving experience to draw from.  This means that he explains the theory in a way that makes it relevant and therefore memorable.  I am a nervous diver and he was patient and very encouraging, so that I left the Review feeling more confident than I have for years.  We are both very grateful for his patient and calm approach.  We would also like to say we found Tracy very friendly and welcoming, the administration and booking procedure efficient, and the facilities of high standard.
Thanks for everything and Happy Christmas!

Tuesday 10 December 2013

Learn to dive this Holiday Season!

Want to learn to dive before the New Year?

While other centres close their doors for training we continue to offer scuba training right across the holidays and we have a fantastic offer on our eLearner Open Water Diver courses priced at £129*

So if you fancy doing something different on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or the days that follow, then let us help you get that diving certificate before 2014.

Follow the link below for more details and if you are struggling to to think of something to get a friend or family member then this is the perfect gift!

http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/get-certified.html

*Offer valid 23-31 December 2013

Tuesday 3 December 2013

Christmas/Winter Offers from LSD!

Ok, so now we are in December, we can officially start talking about Christmas!

LSD scuba diving vouchers make great stocking fillers or presents! We can provide the vouchers for any amount or any course!

We are also running some great winter offers:

15% off PADI Open Water Referral Courses booked in December and completed by January 31st! Don't worry about the cold, our pool is a balmy 34 degrees!

A massive £100 off the PADI Divemaster Course during December! If you were thinking of going pro, now's the time!

PADI Dry Suit Speciality Course reduced to £129 from £149 during December! A great way to get introduced to UK diving or to learn how to use a dry suit!

We will be open throughout the Christmas period, so if you would like to book mid-week or weekend courses, just give us a call on 020 8995 0002 or email info@lsdscuba.com!

Have a Merry Christmas with LSD! ;-)


Wednesday 13 November 2013

Dry Suit/SMB Specialities 16th November

Couple of spaces left on our next PADI Equipment Speciality on Tuesday 12th November, starting at 6.30pm. Call us on 020 8995 0002 or e-mail info@lsdscuba.com for full details and pricing!

http://londonschoolofdiving.com/padi_specialties.php

Friday 8 November 2013

Equipment Speciality - 12th November

Couple of spaces left on our next PADI Equipment Speciality on Tuesday 12th November, starting at 6.30pm. Call us on 020 8995 0002 or e-mail info@lsdscuba.com for full details and pricing!

http://londonschoolofdiving.com/padi_specialties.php


Tuesday 5 November 2013

LSD Destination Guide 'journey into fiji' now available!

London School of Diving is proud to announce that our first LSD Destination Guide 'journey into fiji' is now available as an iBook for iPad!

The book is not intended to be a comprehensive guide to the whole of Fiji, but more an experiential journal of our experience of the wonderful islands.

As always, any feedback is gratefully received via info@lsdscuba.com. The book is FREE to download here:

https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/journey-into-fiji/id729485832?mt=11



Friday 1 November 2013

This Saturday EFR Course limited spaces available!

Couple of spaces still available for this Saturday's Emergency First Response (EFR) Course. We can offer these at a discounted price! e-mail info@lsdscuba.com for details!

Would you know what to do in an emergency?


Wednesday 9 October 2013

LSD Open Day Final Schedule!

So, here's the line up for the LSD Open Day THIS Saturday!!!

LSD Open Day 12th October

London School of Diving and Mike’s London Dive Shop would like to invite you to our ANNUAL OPEN DAY on 12th October 2013

Our doors will open from 9am and we will be offering a range of activities and topics. Some of the UK's top dive travel companies will be here, dive personalities, photo geeks, PADI Celebrities, latest dive gadgets, and an amazing range of dive equipment for you to try!

We are very lucky this year to be having a 'Fiji Theme' and Tourism Fiji will be attending with their warriors who will conduct kava ceremonies and traditional dance throughout the day. There will also be representation from Matava Eco Resort (Kadavu, Fiji) which is the destination LSD is looking at for the New Year 2015 holiday!

Here is the schedule of the amazing things going on Sat the 12th of October - so grab a buddy and come along!

· FREE ENTRY FOR EVERYONE!
· FREE TRY DIVES all day in our on-site heated pool with PADI ‘give-aways’
· GREAT DISCOUNTS on all PADI Courses
· WIN an AQUALUNG Legend Regulator worth £500 + other great prizes in our FREE TO ENTER raffle
· Free Scubapro R195 Octopus worth £125 with every regulator package bought on the day
· Free Transmitter worth £180 with Oceanic OCi dive computers bought on the day
· 10% off all Fourth Element Dive Products on the day

11:30 LISA COLLINS - travel writer Fiji Diving talk

12:30 COLIN MAC ANDRIAS - PADI Course director becoming a PADI instructor talk

14:00 JOHN BANTIN - travel writer / photographer Shark talk and signing his 'Amazing Diving Stories' book

EFR Professionals on hand to demonstrate Emergency First Response FIRST AID methods

Inon photo pro's on hand to discuss the Inon Photo Range of Underwater camera equipment

Oceanic, Hollis and Aeris representatives on hand to introduce the most amazing range of dive equipment known to man!

Try out these amazing toys:
Neptune Reef Full Face Masks
Suunto Dive Computers
Sea Doo Scooter
Aqualung Ultra Lightweight Travel Kit

So if you’re looking to test the waters for the first time, looking to invest in some top quality dive equipment, or just taking advantage of our huge discounts on PADI Courses, then please book the date into your diary.

LSD Open Day 12th October



Saturday 5 October 2013

LSD launches First Aid app on iTunes!


LSD's brand new First Aid app, Emergency First Response, is now available on the Apple iTunes Store!

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/emergency-first-response/id714882841?mt=8

The app is FREE to download. Please send any feedback or suggestions to info@lsdscuba.com.

There will be EFR experts on hand at the LSD Open Day on the 12th October to discuss/demonstrate first aid techniques.

Please note that this app is designed to support the EFR Course and act as a reminder and checklist - it is not designed to replace proper first aid training. Contact us for further details or check out the course details here:

http://londonschoolofdiving.com/first-aid-courses.html

Thursday 3 October 2013

Go Pro Hero 3+ arrives at LSD!

Arrived yesterday hot off the press from Mike's Dive Store London - should have it 'tissue tested' before the LSD Open Day on the 12th October!


Wednesday 2 October 2013

Miss Scuba UK coming to LSD!

London School of Diving is pleased that Miss Scuba UK has chosen our dive school to conduct their initial scuba experiences! You can find out more about the competition here:

http://www.missscubauk.com/

A little about Miss Scuba UK from their web site:

About Miss Scuba UK

Miss Scuba UK is an annual Beauty pageant, which this year. The competition will take place over 5 days at the Mid of August. The competition will consist of 4 days dive training for the 20 Miss Scuba finalists, followed by a beauty pageant on day 5. Throughout the week, we will run various activities involving the pageant contestants, including beach cleanups and talks from industry professionals. The winning UK contestant will gain a place in the Miss Scuba International pageant, which is to be held at KotaKinabalu, Sabah , Malaysia (BorneoIsland) . In addition to this, all 10 UK finalist will gain a PADI open water Scuba Diving certificate.

Mission and Aim

The mission of Miss Scuba UK is to promote safe diving practices through worldwide professional training organisations, and elevate international tourism and cultural appreciation.

Miss Scuba UK has the following aims:
• Protect the Planets Oceans
• Stimulate worldwide dive tourism
• Promote diving education and careers
• Foster marine conservation
• Promote a healthy lifestyle
• Celebrate women’s beauty and courage
• Inspire future generations

Monday 30 September 2013

LSD Open Day Details!


LSD Open Day 12th October

London School of Diving and Mike’s London Dive Shop would like to invite you to our ANNUAL OPEN DAY on 12th October 2013

Our doors will open from 9am and we will be offering a range of activities and topics. Some of the UK's top dive travel companies will be here, dive personalities, photo geeks, PADI Celebrities, latest dive gadgets, and an amazing range of dive equipment for you to try!

We are very lucky this year to be having a 'Fiji Theme' and Tourism Fiji will be attending with their warriors who will conduct kava ceremonies and traditional dance throughout the day. There will also be representation from Matava Eco Resort (Kadavu, Fiji) which is the destination LSD is looking at for the New Year 2015 holiday!

Here are just a few of the amazing things going on Sat the 12th of October - so grab a buddy and come along!

FREE ENTRY FOR EVERYONE!

FREE Try Dives all day in our on-site heated pool with PADI ‘give-aways’

GREAT DISCOUNTS on all PADI Courses

WIN an AQUALUNG Legend Regulator worth £500 + other great prizes in our FREE TO ENTER raffle

Aqualung Ultra Lightweight Travel kit and their whole new Lady specific range of dive equipment to try

JOHN BANTIN signing his 'Amazing Diving Stories' book

PADI Course director on hand to discuss PROFESSIONAL LEVEL PADI TRAINING

EFR Professionals to demonstrate Emergency First Response FIRST AID methods
Neptune Reef FULL FACE DIVE MASKS to try!

Free Scubapro R195 Octopus worth £125 with ever regulator package bought on the day

Free Transmitter worth £180 with Oceanic OCi dive computers bought on the day

10% off all Fourth Element Dive Products on the day

Inon photo pro's on hand to discuss the Inon Photo Range of Underwater camera equipment

Oceanic, Hollis and Aeris representatives on hand to introduce the most amazing range of dive equipment known to man!

Complete range of Suunto dive computers for trial dives in the pool

Atomic Aquatics Cobalt dive computer along with their amazing 'Smoke on the Water' Split Fins for trial

DIVER Magazine will be giving away FREE copies of their publication

BITE BACK at CANCER will be in attendance and promoting their ball which is on March 29th 2014!

So if you’re looking to test the waters for the first time, looking to invest in some top quality dive equipment, or just taking advantage of our huge discounts on PADI Courses, then please book the date into your diary.

LSD Open Day 12th October

Tuesday 24 September 2013

Tourism Fiji to attend LSD's Open Day!

LSD Open Day Update:

We are pleased to announce that Tourism Fiji will be attending the LSD Open Day on the 12th October! They will be bringing Fijian Warriors who will be conducting kava ceremonies and traditional dance throughout the day!!! This is not to be missed!

The full programme for the day will be announced soon...but remember, entry is FREE and there will be loads going on!


Tuesday 17 September 2013

LSD App Updated!

We have just done an update to the LSD smartphone app! You will see that the PADI Courses tab has been completely revamped and we have added an Offers tab exclusively for our app users! More updates will follow soon!

The app is FREE to download!

Please let us know your thoughts via info@lsdscuba.com. Enjoy!!!

The iPhone app is here:https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/london-school-diving-scuba/id561889151?mt=8

The Android app is here:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.conduit.app_52f8d499a2094e4eaf1ccc6c14579b08.app

LSD Open Day on 12th October!

Save the date!!! The LSD Open Day is on Saturday 12th October 2013! 

Some exciting announcements on this coming soon!!!

www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk

Monday 9 September 2013

Keep diving with LSD!


As the Summer draws to a close and the new school term starts, don't forget that the diving continues! LSD operates all PADI courses year round, from try dives to instructor specialities! And, we have our lovely, on site heated pool!!!

What's your next move? Go to www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk to see all our courses and give us a call if you would like to book!

...and, don't forget to ask about our current 'back to school' specials!


Wednesday 28 August 2013

LSD's next EFR/Rescue Diver Course


LSD's next EFR/Rescue Diver Course is on the 7th, 14th & 15th September. People say this is the best recreational PADI course - what do you think?

There are still a couple of spaces left on this course so give us a buzz to book your spot!

Full details here:http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/continuing_education.php

Saturday 24 August 2013

This isn't cricket weather, but...

It might not be cricket weather today (but we've won the Ashes anyway!) but the LSD pool is nice and toasty! Perfect for learning to dive or brushing up your skills!

Give us a call and ask about our 'Back to School' specials!


Wednesday 31 July 2013

Get the LSD app!

Well, overnight the LSD app passed the 2000 download mark!!!

Why not download the London School of Diving (LSD) smartphone app? Let us know your thoughts at info@lsdscuba.com.

Keep up to date with all things LSD while on the go!

The app is FREE to download!

The iPhone app is here:https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/london-school-diving-scuba/id561889151?mt=8

The Android app is here:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.conduit.app_52f8d499a2094e4eaf1ccc6c14579b08.app

Saturday 27 July 2013

Club LSD's 10th year Anniversary Party!

Club LSD has been around now for 10 years! Here are some pics from early in the evening's celebrations! 














Friday 26 July 2013

Career opportunity at LSD!

The London School of Diving is looking to recruit a Full Time PADI Instructor to join our busy and friendly team. The successful candidate should have good dive skills and good customer service skills. A good knowledge of dive school operations and UK diving experience is desired but not essential as full training will be given. The London School of Diving is the Capital's premier dive school, a PADI 5* CDC with its own on-site heated pool teaching everything from DSD’s to IDC’s. Further professional training is included in the package with our resident Course Director. We are hoping to fill the position as soon as possible so for more information please forward your letter of application, together with CV & photo to info@londonschoolofdiving.co.uk or phone us on 0208 9950002. We pride ourselves on teaching fun and professional courses and we look forward to welcoming the successful applicant to joining our London team.

Tuesday 23 July 2013

Club LSD 10th year Party this Friday!

This Friday, 26th July, is Club LSD's 10th year celebration party! The theme is '10' - to be interpreted as you like - and the venue is the Pilot Pub in Chiswick! Have you got your ticket yet? Contact us via club@lsdscuba.com for more details!


Monday 15 July 2013