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SUMMARY:Veteran Dive with Patriot Waters
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, May 16th for a powerful morning on the water as we team up with Patriot Waters for a veteran-focused dive charter aboard Goliath out of Pompano. This isn’t just a dive—it’s about connection\, purpose\, and giving back. \nPatriot Waters is dedicated to helping veterans with disabilities rediscover strength\, community\, and healing through adaptive ocean experiences. Together\, we’re creating a day that honors their service while showcasing the transformative power of the sea. \nThis charter is currently full\, but if you’d like to be considered for a spot\, reach out to Brad to join the waitlist.
URL:https://gratefuldiversworldwide.org/event/veteran-dive-with-patriot-waters/
LOCATION:South Florida Diving Headquarters\, 125 N Riverside Dr\, Pompano Beach\, FL\, 33063\, United States
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SUMMARY:SDI Scubility Buddy Training
DESCRIPTION:COST: $300 \nThis fee simply covers the basic expenses for the class\, including the boat\, instructor fees\, and SDI registration.  Grateful Divers Worldwide does not profit from this class – we offer it to help cover our costs and make these adaptive dive opportunities possible. \nThe SDI Scubility Dive Buddy Program is designed to develop the knowledge and necessary skills for an individual to effectively perform as a dive buddy for an individual living with a disability. The practical skills developed are the same as for the SDI Scubility Instructor\, making the dive buddy course an important step in the development process. \nWho this course is for:\n\nCertified divers looking to assist divers living with a disability enjoy the underwater world and SDI Instructors wishing to become an SDI Scubility Instructor\n\nCourse prerequisites:\n\n\n\nMinimum age 18\, 16 with parental consent\nProvide proof of:\n\nCurrent CPR and first aid certification\nRescue diver certification\n\n\n\n\n\nOR\n\nAdvanced Diver certification with 40 logged open water dives\n\nWhat’s in it for you?\n\nUpon successful completion of this course\, graduates are able to conduct dives with individuals living with a disability.\nUpon successful completion on this course\, SDI Assistant Instructors are able to functions as a Scubility Assistant\nSDI Open Water Scuba Diving Instructors are eligible to enroll in the upgrade course to become a Scubility Instructor\n\nSDI Scubility Dive Buddy minimum requirements:\n\nComplete all open water requirements efficiently\nDemonstrate mature and sound judgment concerning dive planning and execution\n\nYour typical class looks like \n\n3 hour classroom session Friday night going over academics and land clinics\nPool or Lake Saturday morning to accomplished confined water skills\nBoat Sunday morning or afternoon to accomplish open water skills\n\nSessions can be split up over multiple weekends—you don’t have to complete the entire class in one weekend. \nThis is subject to change depending on students and instructors’ availability. \nCost for the class is $300 and covers academics\, pool or lake\, boat fees\, SDI registration\, and Instructor fees. \nFee must be paid to secure your spot in the class.  Instructors need to reserve the pool\, lake\, and boat well in advance to ensure smooth logistics. \nSee below for required medical form to be completed by students. \nSDI_Forms_16_Medical_Questionnaire.pdf \n\n \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://gratefuldiversworldwide.org/event/sdi-scubility-buddy-training/
LOCATION:South Florida Diving Headquarters\, 125 N Riverside Dr\, Pompano Beach\, FL\, 33063\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Grateful Divers Worldwide":MAILTO:gratefuldiversworldwide@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Scuba4Good Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Friday & Saturday\, May 29–30\, 2026 \n\n\nEl Prado Park🎶 FREE | Family-Friendly | Beachfront \nThe Scuba4Good Music Festival is South Florida’s largest annual fundraiser supporting adaptive scuba diving. Established in 2016\, this two-day\, family-friendly music festival brings together live music\, community\, and oceanfront views—all in support of expanding access to adaptive dive experiences. \nGrateful Divers Worldwide (GDW) will be onsite throughout the festival with an informational table. Stop by to meet the team\, learn more about adaptive scuba programs\, upcoming events\, and ways to get involved. Festival attendees are encouraged to support the mission through donations\, merchandise purchases\, and raffle ticket sales. \nHeld at the beautiful beachfront El Prado Park\, the Atlantic Ocean provides the backdrop for a full weekend of live music. Food and beverages will be available for purchase\, and guests are welcome to bring beach chairs or blankets to enjoy the show. \nFestival HighlightsLive music on an oceanfront stageGrateful Divers Worldwide information and outreach tableVendor village with food\, drinks\, local craft beer\, shopping\, and festival merchandiseFree admission (donations encouraged)Parking and shuttle service available throughout town
URL:https://gratefuldiversworldwide.org/event/2815/
LOCATION:El Prado Park\, 4500 El Mar Drive\, Lauderdale by the Sea\, FL\, 33308\, United States
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