London School of Diving

Great offer for Club LSD members!!!

2012-03-03T04:47:00.000-08:00

A great new benefit for Club LSD Members! A massive discount on Diver Magazine subscriptions - only £22!!!

Join (or renew) the friendliest and most active dive club around! Loads of member benefits including use of our on-site heated pool for free!!!

Spaces on Nitrox on 6th March!

2012-02-28T03:23:00.000-08:00

A few spaces left on the next Nitrox Course on Tuesday 6th March. Start time is 6.30pm. Don't forget it's a 'dry' course. Call the office on 020 8995 0002 if you would like to take a spot. Full details here: http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/pdf/Nitrox_Info_Sheet-2010-06-25.pdf#zoom=75%

Next EFR and EFRI Courses at LSD!

2012-02-20T06:10:00.000-08:00

Would you know what to do in an emergency? London School of Diving operates one of the best First Aid Courses around! The course is practically and scenario driven rather than purely classroom based and conducted by our experienced Emergency First Response (EFR) instructors.

Full details can be found on our website or by calling the office on 020 8995 0002. http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/first-aid-courses-efr.asp

The next course is the 3rd March!

On the same day we are also running an EFRI (Instructor) Course. Limited spaces still available - should be a fun day!!!

Write a review on the LSD Google Place!

2012-02-08T00:37:00.001-08:00

Pop over to LSD's Google Place and write a (nice) review! Who knows what you might receive in return?! ;-) http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/place?hl=en&georestrict=input_srcid%3A920a2bda1253ed3f

Reminder: The LSD Loyalty Scheme!

2012-02-01T01:19:00.001-08:00

London School of Diving launched it's LSD Loyalty scheme back in December 2009.

Since then, you have been introducing new divers to the sport of scuba diving!

When you introduce an Open Water student to us and they sign up for the PADI Open Water Referral Course, you will get credit towards your next course with us!

The amount of credit varies from course to course, so give us a buzz for details.

This, and other current offers can be found on our web site here: www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk

New jewellery range coming soon to LSD and Mike's!

2012-01-31T02:02:00.000-08:00

Which is your favourite?

Don't confuse LSD with other dive schools - and 15% off the OW Referral!

2012-01-26T08:41:00.000-08:00

On site pool and great facilities! Don't confuse us with any other 'London' dive school! London School of Diving are the scuba diving experts!

Some dive schools are stating that they are 'in London' and 'have a purpose built pool'. We suggest that potential customers check this before purchasing and also make sure they know what is included in the headline price. At London School of Diving, the price you see is the price you pay - no extras for materials or weekend courses - and at the moment we have 15% off the PADI Open Water Referral Course!

020 8995 0002

www.lsdscuba.com

Thinking about the London International Dive Show!

2012-01-25T08:14:00.000-08:00

We are starting to think about the London International Dive Show (LIDS) here at LSD. Diver are offering a free ticket to anyone who has qualified as a PADI Open Water Diver in the 12 months prior to the show, so if you were thinking about doing the course, now's the time!!! More info on LIDS can be found here: http://www.diveshows.co.uk/

Get fit with LSD!

2012-01-24T00:39:00.000-08:00

Check out this article! http://m.shape.com/blogs/shape-your-life/new-celebrity-fitness-trend-scuba-diving

Try scuba diving with LSD!

2012-01-18T03:02:00.000-08:00

Did you know that for a limited period of time, London School of Diving (LSD) will match any 'Try Diving' offer! #learntodive #scuba #PADI

Blue Monday Special from LSD!

2012-01-16T02:47:00.000-08:00

Special for Blue Monday! Try #scuba #diving for £10! Jump in to our heated pool and experience the joy of breathing underwater! #bluemonday

Check out The Travel Biz from LSD!

2012-01-14T04:53:00.001-08:00

Check out this new offering from London School of Diving (LSD):www.facebook.com/thetravelbiz

Friends of LSD Page

2012-01-13T00:25:00.001-08:00

London School of Diving is revamping it's 'Friends of LSD' page on the website. We are thinking of 'Partners in Diving', 'Charitable Organizations', 'Local Services' and 'Miscellaneous'. What do you think about these categories and who should be included? Your thoughts would be appreciated!

Get a taste of UK diving with a dry suit course!

2012-01-10T08:33:00.000-08:00

Not tried UK diving yet? The PADI Dry Suit Course is the ideal way to get introduced to the British underwater world! We are running these courses now pretty much every weekend, so give us a call on 020 8995 0002 to book your place! Full details of all our speciality courses are here: http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/speciality-courses.asp

Learn to Dive Offers with LSD!

2012-01-09T00:24:00.001-08:00

Learn to dive with the best! Still time to take advantage of a couple of fantastic offers from London School of Diving! 15% off the PADI Open Water Referral Course to celebrate the upcoming 5th Anniversary of the current ownership!!! Also, for Open Water Referral Courses booked and taken during January, we are continuing our 'buy one get one half price' offer!!! www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk Don't forget, LSD has an on-site heated and custom built pool!

PADI Instructor Course Schedule for 2012

2012-01-04T06:05:00.000-08:00

Is 2012 the year where you become a PADI scuba diving instructor? London School of Diving has a Platinum Course Director waiting to advise and guide you! The schedule of LSD's instructor courses are here http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/pdf/IDC_dates_2011.pdf#view=fit and information about details and requirements for the qualification are here http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/instructor.asp

Happy Birthday LSD!

2012-01-03T00:47:00.001-08:00

Today is the 5th Anniversary of the 'new' LSD - and what a great 5 years it has been! Thanks to all of you for your support!!!

Back to normal now the holiday season is behind us...

Club night is this Thursday at the Chiswick Moran - we hope to see you there although we will understand if those of you off to Cuba tomorrow decide to give it a miss this month! ;-) Have a great time and say 'hi' toCastro for us!

Still time to book on to the first EFR/Rescue Course of 2012 on the 7th, 14th & 15th January and if you have non-diving mates we are still running our offers for Open Water Referrals this month - what better way to start the year?

Watch this space for a few interesting announcements coming up and news on what LSD will be doing at LIDS this year!

Here's to 2012!

Get the New Year Diving with LSD!

2012-01-02T01:13:00.000-08:00

15% off Open Water Referrals taken during January!

EFR/Rescue Course on the 7th, 14th & 15th January.

Dry Suit Courses running on the 11th and 18th January.

Club Night 5th January at the Chiswick Moran Hotel's Globe Bar.

Loads more going on!

Call 020 8995 0002 for more details or to book your place!

Happy New Year from LSD!

2011-12-31T08:56:00.000-08:00

We at London School of Diving would like to wish you all a very Happy New Year!!! We look forward to seeing you in 2012!

First EFR/Rescue Course of 2012 at LSD!

2011-12-27T05:33:00.000-08:00

The first EFR/Rescue Course of 2012 is filling up fast! The dates are 7th, 14th & 15th January! Book your space now and get the New Year kicked off with a splash!

EFR (Emergency First Responder) Course normally £129, Rescue Diver Course normally £299. Book the two together for just £350!!! The best recreational course by PADI? You tell us...Details can be found here: http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/rescue-diver.asp

The office is open between Christmas and New Year so contact us on 020 8995 0002 to book your place!!!

Another celebrity visitor to LSD!

2011-12-27T01:13:00.000-08:00

Imogen from Britain and Ireland's Next Top Model popped in with Samantha from Sea Urchins Magazine to try diving for the first time!!!

Merry Christmas from LSD!

2011-12-24T02:11:00.001-08:00

London School of Diving would like to wish all of our staff, instructors, dive masters, customers, friends and followers a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

The London School of Diving (LSD) Show Reel

2011-12-20T09:44:00.000-08:00

First EFR/Rescue Course of 2012!

2011-12-17T05:00:00.001-08:00

The first EFR/Rescue Course of 2012 is filling up fast! The dates are 7th, 14th & 15th January! Book your space now and get the New Year kicked off with a splash!

EFR (Emergency First Responder) Course normally £129, Rescue Diver Course normally £299. Book the two together for just £350!!! The best recreational course by PADI? You tell us...Details can be found here:http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/rescue-diver.aspContact us on 020 8995 0002 to book your place!!!

LSD Christmas discount at Shoals of Silver!

2011-12-13T05:02:00.001-08:00

Looking for a special last minute Christmas gift? Shoals of Silver are offering London School of Diving customers/supporters 15% off their fantastic product range! When ordered before the 18th December, delivery will be before Christmas! See their Facebook page here:http://www.facebook.com/shoalsofsilver?ref=ts or their website here:http://www.shoalsofsilver.com/ Make sure you quote LSD to get your discount!

Give the gift of a First Aid Course this Christmas!

2011-12-08T03:53:00.000-08:00

Would you know what to do in an emergency? London School of Diving operates one of the best First Aid Courses around! The course is practically and scenario driven rather than purely classroom based and conducted by our experienced Emergency First Response (EFR) instructors. Full details can be found on our website or by calling the office on 020 8995 0002. http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/first-aid-courses-efr.asp Courses run regularly, so call for availability!

Limited number of scarves and beanies from LSD!

2011-12-05T05:01:00.000-08:00

Hugo is sporting the LSD scarf and beanie! We have a very limited number of these left if you fancy one for the cold weather or as a stocking filler...scarf £5, beanie £10...first come first served! Call 020 8995 0002 for yours!

LSD Gift Vouchers - ideal Christmas gift!

2011-11-24T05:17:00.000-08:00

LSD can do gift vouchers for any of our courses or for a specific amount! An ideal Christmas gift!!! Learn to dive with the best! We are still offering 15% off the PADI Open Water Referral Course to celebrate the upcoming 5th Anniversary of the current ownership!!! Also, for Open Water Referral Courses booked and taken during November and December, we are repeating our 'buy one get one half price' offer!!! www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk Don't forget, LSD has an on-site heated and custom built pool!

Winter Offers Update from LSD!

2011-11-22T10:49:00.001-08:00

Want to work off the turkey between Christmas and the New Year? Need a break from the family? Looking for something to occupy the kids?

LSD's great winter offers apply to the PADI Express Referral Course over the Holiday Season! If you are not aware of the offers, we are giving a 15% discount or 'buy one get one half price' on the PADI Open Water Referral Courses. The Express Referral is a condensed one day version for those who have sampled diving before. If you haven't tried it, we will even throw in a FREE try dive before the course!!!

More details on the course can be found here: http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/pdf/Learn%20to%20Dive%20Info%20Sheet.pdf

Spaces are limited, so book now by calling 020 8995 0002!

Happy Holidays with LSD!

LSD iPhone App Update!

2011-11-17T00:56:00.000-08:00

Over 1000 of you are now using our iPhone App 'LSD Scuba'! Don't forget that there are exclusive offers only found on the App and look out for new winter offers coming soon! Keep your feedback coming and let us know what additional content (news, offers, competitions, course details, trip alerts etc.) you would like to see on it! Search iTunes for LSD Scuba or follow this link: http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/lsd-scuba/id405005962?mt=8 and download for FREE!!!

Nice article on diving with LSD.

2011-11-15T10:29:00.001-08:00

Great Offers for the LSD Winter Season!

2011-11-15T00:35:00.000-08:00

Learn to dive with the best! A couple of fantastic offers from London School of Diving! 15% off the PADI Open Water Referral Course to celebrate the upcoming 5th Anniversary of the current ownership!!! Also, for Open Water Referral Courses booked and taken during November and December, we are repeating our 'buy one get one half price' offer!!!www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk Don't forget, LSD has an on-site heated and custom built pool!

LSD Google Place back up!

2011-11-10T08:44:00.000-08:00

Nice to see our Google Place listing is back up and running! Please pop over and give us a nice review... http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/place?hl=en&georestrict=input_srcid%3A920a2bda1253ed3f

First Aid Courses from LSD!

2011-11-07T04:25:00.000-08:00

Two great offers from LSD!

2011-11-02T00:15:00.000-07:00

A couple of fantastic offers from London School of Diving! 15% off the PADI Open Water Referral Course to celebrate the upcoming 5th Anniversary of the current ownership!!! Also, for Open Water Referral Courses booked and taken during November and December, we are repeating our 'buy one get one half price' offer!!! www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk

The LSD 'Refer a Friend' scheme! Earn CASH from LSD!

2011-10-22T04:04:00.000-07:00

Earn CASH from London School of Diving!!! Announcing the LSD 'Refer a Friend' scheme. If you introduce a friend to us who signs up for the PADI Open Water Referral Course (at full price) we will give you £10 cash! Simple as that - your friends learn to dive in our fantastic on site pool, and you make some money! Make sure your friends give us your name at time of booking and the cash is yours! Have them contact the office on 020 8995 0002 or e-mail info@londonschoolofdiving.co.uk.

Next EFR/Rescue Diver Course!

2011-10-20T00:55:00.001-07:00

Still a couple of places left on the next EFR/Rescue Course on the 5th, 12th & 13th November!

EFR (Emergency First Responder) Course normally £129, Rescue Diver Course normally £299. Book the two together for just £350!!! The best recreational course by PADI? You tell us...Details can be found here: http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/rescue-diver.asp Contact us on 020 8995 0002 to book your place!!!

LSD Google Place back up and running!

2011-10-17T04:18:00.000-07:00

Nice to see our Google Place is back up and running. Please pop over there and give us a nice review!

http://maps.google.co.uk/maps/place?hl=en&georestrict=input_srcid:920a2bda1253ed3f

Thanks from LSD!

2011-10-17T00:05:00.001-07:00

London School of Diving would like to thank everyone involved for making the LSD Open Day in conjunction with Mike's Divestore such a success!

Special thanks go to the LSD instructors and divemasters, Apeks/Aqualung, Diver Magazine, The Scuba Place, Cookie T-Shirts and Suunto.

The raffle will be drawn today/tomorrow once we have all the tickets rounded up and the winners notified.

Watch this space for more upcoming events from LSD!!!

LSD Open Day Tomorrow!

2011-10-14T00:23:00.001-07:00

Just one day to go until the LSD Open Day! The pool is nice and warm, Aqualung/Apeks kit has arrived, raffle prizes are ready and FREE try dives to be had! http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=153102651446595

LSD Open Day Programme!

2011-10-10T08:34:00.000-07:00

What's Happening:

FREE entry to open day

FREE try dives in our on-site heated pool with London School of Diving's professional instructors & divemasters

FREE entry to raffle (prizes below) - extra tickets can be bought for a charity donation

Great LSD discounts on our PADI Courses

Fantastic discounts on Mike's dive equipment

Aqualung kit on display and for testing in our on-site heated pool

Diver magazines given away

Experts available to discuss all your scuba diving questions

Regular talks on Cuba and other diving destinations

Cookie airbrushed t-shirts on sale

Sea Urchins Magazine sneak previews

More being confirmed…

Raffle Prizes (to date):

Aqualung - Egress Octopus - value £120+

Suunto prize (TBC)

Cookie prize - Airbrushed T-Shirt - Value £35+

Diver prize - 1 year subs - Value £35+

Naked Turtle Restaurant prize - 3 course dinner for 2 excluding alcohol, Sun - Thurs, 3 course – Value £100+

More being added all the time!

The LSD Open Day in conjunction with Mike's Divestore, Chiswick is on Saturday 15th October 2011 from 9am to 6pm!

Check our website www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk, Facebook www.facebook.com/lsdscuba, Twitter www.twitter.com/lsdscuba.com or call 020 8995 0002 for additional details!

LSD Open Day Schedule close to being finalised!

2011-10-10T00:47:00.001-07:00

HI All - we are putting together the final details for the LSD Open Day this Saturday, 15th October. The full programme should be posted later today! Stay tuned!

LSD Open Day Update!

2011-10-07T03:22:00.000-07:00

Just over a week to go until the LSD Open Day! Loads going on including FREE Try Dives, great discounts on PADI Courses and kit from Mike's Chiswick. Aqualung/Apeks will be there with kit to test and there will be a prize draw raffle! Final line up to be announced soon, but follow the details here:http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=153102651446595

PADI Open Water Course Video

2011-10-07T02:48:00.000-07:00

If you want an idea as to how the Open Water Course works, take a look at this video!

Contact London School of Diving at info@lsdscuba.com, 020 8995 0002 or check our website at www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk.

LSD Club night this evening!

2011-10-06T00:23:00.001-07:00

Looking forward to London School of Diving's Club night this evening! As always we will be in the Globe Bar at the Chiswick Moran Hotel from 6.30pm. Hope to see you there!

Cookie T-Shirts coming to the LSD Open Day on the 15th October...win one in the raffle!!!

2011-10-05T00:48:00.000-07:00

FREE Try Dives at the LSD Open Day!

2011-10-03T06:47:00.000-07:00

Never tried SCUBA diving?

Then come and have and have some fun and experience the sensation of breathing underwater. The try SCUBA diving sessions are conducted by one of our professional instructors or divemasters in the comfort of our own heated pool.

Just turn up with your swimmers, a towel and an old T-shirt on the LSD Open Day between 9am and 5pm!

Even better, the Try Dive experiences are FREE on the LSD Open Day!

We will also be offering great prices on all PADI Courses, discounts on kit from Mike's Divestore, London, there will be kit manufacturers, dive magazines, tour operators and much, much more!

The LSD Open Day is on the 15th October 2011!

Cookie Tee Shirts will be available to buy/order at the LSD Open Day!

2011-10-03T02:23:00.000-07:00

Cookie (from the Weird Fish Cartoons fame) is sending some airbrushed T-Shirts to the LSD Open Day. There will be at least one in the raffle on the day for one lucky customer! We will also be showcasing several designs that can be bought/ordered on the day!!! The shirts are fantastic quality and well sought after! The LSD design is attached.

Everyone attending the Open Day will receive a free raffle ticket to be entered into the draw - more prizes to be announced soon!

The LSD Open Day is on the 15th October 2011 from 9am to 6pm.

London School of Diving Open Day - 15th October 2011!

2011-09-29T13:44:00.000-07:00

In case you missed the initial announcement as we have just added the blog to our web site: London School of Diving is pleased to announce that it's annual Open Day in conjunction with Mike's will be on Saturday 15th October 2011 from 9am to 6pm! There will be loads going on including FREE Try Dives , great deals on all PADI Courses from LSD and of course kit from Mike's. We will have magazines, manufacturers and tour operators showcasing their wares and competitions for great prizes! Further details to follow, but keep the date free!!!

LSD Rewards System!

2011-09-28T00:27:00.000-07:00

LSD operates a reward system. If you introduce a new diver to us and they sign up to the Open Water Referral Course you can receive cash rewards or discounts on your courses!!! Contact the office for further details on 020 8995 0002 or directly through our iPhone app LSDscuba!http://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/lsd-scuba/id405005962?mt=8

Spaces still available on the next PADI EFR/Rescue Diver Course

2011-09-27T09:08:00.000-07:00

Still a couple of places left on the next EFR/Rescue Course on the 1st, 8th & 9th October!

EFR (Emergency First Responder) Course normally £129, Rescue Diver Course normally £299. Book the two together for just £350!!! The best recreational course by PADI? You tell us...Details can be found here: http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/padi-courses/rescue-diver.asp Contact us on 020 8995 0002 to book your place!!!

LSD Open Day Update!

2011-09-27T08:52:00.001-07:00

London School of Diving Open Day Update: So far we have Apeks/Aqualung, ScubaPro, Atomic already signed up - there will be raffle prizes etc...John from the Scuba Place is coming to talk about Cuba, freebies from Diver Magazine, there will be LSD show prices on courses, Mike's discounts and we are hoping to get Cookie to come and do some airbrushed Ts for us!!! Stay tuned for more updates! Who's coming along? http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=153102651446595

LSD Open Day Poster

2011-09-27T08:51:00.001-07:00

Loads going on, come and join us on the 15th October!

London School of Diving Open Day on 15th October 2011

2011-09-27T08:47:00.001-07:00

London School of Diving is pleased to announce that it's annual Open Day in conjunction with Mike's will be on Saturday 15th October 2011 from 9am to 6pm! There will be loads going on including FREE Try Dives , great deals on all PADI Courses from LSD and of course kit from Mike's. We will have magazines, manufacturers and tour operators showcasing their wares and competitions for great prizes! Further details to follow, but keep the date free!!!

The LSD Show Reel!

2011-09-27T01:27:00.000-07:00

The LSD Show Reel - a little dated now, but will give you a good idea as to what LSD is all about!

Pictures from Club LSD's recent trips to Cornwall and Swanage!

2011-09-27T01:02:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Hannah for some great photos of Club LSD’s trips to Cornwall and Swanage! https://picasaweb.google.com/108361022128877111688/LSDCornwallSwanage?authkey=Gv1sRgCP-ErquokduoBQ

EFR (First Aid) and Rescue Diver Course from LSD!

2011-09-27T00:59:00.001-07:00

EFR (Emergency First Responder) Course normally £129, Rescue Diver Course normally £299. Book the two together for just £350!!! The next EFR/Rescue Diver Course is on the 1st, 8th & 9th October! The best recreational course by PADI? You tell us…Details can be found here:www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk Contact us on 020 8995 0002 to book your place!!!

A couple of pics from the LSD Centre!

2011-09-27T00:57:00.000-07:00

Training in the LSD Pool

On site custom built heated pool

State of the art facilities - all on site!

About London School of Diving

2011-09-27T00:52:00.001-07:00

At London School of Diving we offer high quality scuba instruction from entry level course through to instructor level training.

We pride ourselves on the standard of excellence we set and the exceptional service we provide.

Training is carried out in our custom built dive training facility. This includes our on-site heated dive training pool and state of the art classroom facilities.

PADI, the Professional Association of Diving Instructors, is the world’s largest and most popular diver training organization. It has instructors and facilities in more than 200 countries and territories across the world.

As a PADI 5 Star CDC Centre our instructors are highly trained professionals and we have won awards for education, community involvement and environmental projects.

For those wishing to visit some more exotic dive locations we run regular holidays conducted by our senior instructors. Here you can further your dive education, or simply relax and enjoy some of the world’s finest diving.

Club LSD is an active dive club which is open to divers of all ages and abilities. The club organizes frequent social events, diving seminars and trips both in the UK and abroad.

We have an extensive range of modern, well maintained equipment available for hire at competitive rates and can offer excellent deals on all diving equipment through Mike’s, the UK’s largest diving retailer.

Please feel free to contact us with any queries or pop in and see us for a coffee and a chat.

Scuba Diving Magazines online

2011-03-02T01:55:00.001-08:00

All the main scuba diving magazines have their own facebook pages:

Diver Magazine:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/DIVER-Britains-Best-Selling-Diving-Magazine/114394640408

Dive:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dive-Magazine/124453937608457

Sport Diver:
http://www.facebook.com/sportdivermagazine

Which one(s) do you read?

The LSD Online Merchandise Store is Live!

2011-03-01T06:31:00.000-08:00

The brand new LSD store is updated, live and online! Visit www.shoplsd.com to check out what is there. More products coming soon!!!

LSD Scuba iPhone App in the iTunes Store!

2011-03-01T00:32:00.002-08:00

New exclusive offers are now live on our iPhone App! Keep your feedback coming and let us know what additional content (news, offers, competitions, course details, trip alerts etc.) you would like to see on it! Search for LSD Scuba or follow this link: http://itunes.apple.com/app/lsd-scuba/id405005962?mt=8 and download for FREE!!!

New Club LSD Year Starting!

2011-03-01T00:32:00.000-08:00

It's the start of a brand new Club LSD year at London School of Diving! Find out all about the most active dive club in London here: http://www.londonschoolofdiving.co.uk/club-lsd/club-lsd.asp

Welcome!

2011-02-28T09:51:00.001-08:00

Welcome to the brand new London School of Diving's blog!!!