dive training in denver colorado?
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For PADI, there is http://www.a1scuba.com/\nFor SSI http://www.denver-divers.com/\nFor NAUI  there are none listed in Denver, just in Boulder\nFor IANTD , none listed at all for CO, which doesn't surprise me.\n\n All of those training agencies offer an open water certification and all are about equivalent in the nature of the course.
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Many people have done it. No, you don't need to own a PADI shop in any way. Two good examples of this type of operation, near me, are the Kirkfield Quarry and Innerkip Quarry. Innerkip has a small dive shop (basics) whereas Kirkfield has nothing at all but a parking lot.\n It ought to be safe and diver friendly, and be at least 30 ft in depth. That helps with diver training. Having neat stuff to look at helps as well, like cleaned, sunken vehicles, interactive diver attractions such as message boards, movable sculptures, etc.\n You'll be responsible for dealing with Diver liability. You'll need the appropriate release forms and insurance coverage.\n Here's a link to the features at Innerkip  http://www.scubaont.com/magazine/locations/quarrys/innerkip/default.htm\n and here's one to Kirkfield  http://www.scubaq.ca/ontarioscubadiving/kirkfield.htm\n Just to point out the different features that both have. As you can see from Kirkfield, it's just a quarry that is limited to divers only. No fishing allowed. The guy makes a decent buck on Toronto area training centres and buddy divers.\n It's all going to boil down to land ownership and zoning, business regulations where you are and liability.
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Good Luck! I am a master dive and I can't find work!\nPlus, I live in Clearwater, FL.
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go to denver.com//assess
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Great decision!\n\nThere are many places to get certified in San Francisco, but I favor Tom Yang at California Dive Center in San Bruno.\n\nSincere and dedicated, Tom makes diving enjoyable.  He pays attention to his students, and makes sure that you are safe and having a good time.  Very patient.  Tom gets a lot of recommendations, a significant portion of his class is referrals.\n\nWhen we moved back to the Bay Area, I called three instructors and decided that Tom was the best for us.  My recommendation would be to do the same.  Get at least two more recommmendations and talk to each of them.\n\nDiving is a lot of fun, and your dive instruction is an important part.  There are a lot of instructors, each with his/her unique style.  Having an instructor that you get along with and has a teaching style that you like will be very helpful.  Everyone learns differently, so teaching style and personality of the instructor is important.\n\nEnjoy!
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Check at the YMCA or your local pool (they both have swimming classes)
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Free divers practice by doing a dead mans float in a pool during regular practices every week. Basically they just go limp and face down in the water. It's best to do this with a partner in case there is a problem.\n\nYou should also completely exhale and inhale a few times before going under. Again, swim with a partner in case there are complications.
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Here is a list of lawyers in Denver Colorado:\n\nhttp://www.denver-lawyer.net/\n\nI hope this helps :-)
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I would suggest visiting a local dive store (LDS) and checking: a) on any buddy lists they may have; b) any shop dives they do (typically these are free shore dives); c) any dive clubs in the area they are aware of; and d) any local charters they do. Heck, visit more than one LDS!\n\nAlso, taking an advanced class might allow you to also meet new people.
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Go for it! Most divers are gymnasts or atleast have been. Gymnastics will definitely give you a huge advantage. If I were you, I would do it without a doubt.
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Mind if I squeeze in on a little of your buisness?  I also give diving lessons.  Can't you tell from my pic.
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YMCA's sometimes have scuba certification classes.  Also check with a local sporting goods store they might know where to get a cert. or try the good 'ol yellow pages
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The department of Fish and Game has a on line safety school.\n\nSearch > DFG.CA GOV
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You can try Escapades West.  They're in Victoria.  The number is 1-877-737-3771.  Another is Ultimate High Parachute Centre.  It's closer to Sidney.  Their number is 250-656-6111.
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I know that you can airboard at the lake outside of Breck in CO.  They have jumps and a rail up too.
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Hubby and I had a great experience diving with Pro Dive in Ft. Lauderdale.  We didn't take their course, but we really liked their dive masters and their equipment seemed very good, which is essential to good experience.  Check them out:\n\nhttp://www.prodiveusa.com/
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My daughter responded best to private lessons with a qualified swim teacher for children her age. Check with Metro and UPS.