Certified divers · Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula

Melbourne Dive Club

A practical way for certified divers to keep diving locally, meet other divers and spend more time in the water.

Minimum level
Open Water
Club dives
Registration required
Local season
Active through summer
Melbourne Dive Club divers gathered at Rye Pier

Local diving / continuity

Keep your local diving moving

The club is for certified divers with at least an Open Water qualification. Newly certified divers are welcome, and every diver takes part within their current certification and experience.

Some dives need additional certification or experience. Check the requirements for each activity before registering. If you are not certified yet, start with Learn to Dive.

Divers together after a Melbourne club dive

In and around Melbourne

What club diving looks like

Local shore dives

Regular opportunities to explore familiar sites and build real local-water experience.

Boat + club days

Selected activities extend beyond shore diving. Capacity, qualifications and added costs vary by event.

After the dive

A relaxed local group, with space to share the day and plan the next dive.

Participation

How club dives work

Club dives are led or hosted by a Divemaster. They are recreational activities, not course instruction, one-to-one supervision or guaranteed buddying.

  1. Ask about joiningAsk about membership and make sure the club is a good fit.
  2. Check the diveCheck the calendar for upcoming local dives, boat dives and trips.
  3. Confirm requirementsRegister and confirm the activity’s certification, experience, capacity and cost requirements.
  4. Watch for updatesWatch Facebook for weather-related updates or cancellations.
  5. Meet + diveMeet the Divemaster and dive within your certification, experience and comfort.

Annual membership

$160 for a year of local diving

One straightforward membership, with practical benefits for divers who stay active.

20 air fills

Included with annual membership. See current gas fill services.

Selected retail gear

Member pricing on most retail gear, with up to 15% off selected items. Some low-margin brands and products are excluded.

Member equipment hire

Access member hire rates; current equipment and terms are maintained on Gear Hire.

Eligible servicing

10% off eligible servicing. See current Equipment Servicing.

Plan your next dive

Upcoming club dives

Summer club dives generally run every weekend. Winter is quieter and may have periods with no club dives. Registration is required for every activity.

DM-led or hosted Activity requirements vary Weather dependent

Weather-related cancellations and changes are communicated through Facebook.

Good to know

Dive club questions

What certification do I need?

You need at least an Open Water certification. Individual activities may require additional certification or experience.

Do I need to register for each dive?

Yes. Registration is required for every club activity. Check the calendar, then follow the activity instructions or contact us to confirm your place.

How often does the club dive?

Summer club dives generally run every weekend. Winter is quieter and can include periods with no club dives.

What happens when the weather changes?

Local diving is weather dependent. Cancellations and changes are communicated through Facebook.

Are there boat dives and trips?

Yes. Places, required qualifications, experience and added costs vary. Registration and capacity limits apply.

Does a Divemaster supervise my dive?

Club dives are led or hosted by a Divemaster, but they are not course instruction, one-to-one supervision or guaranteed buddying. Divers participate within their own certification and experience.

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Your next local dive

Stay connected to the water

Tell us where you are in your diving and ask what is coming up.

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