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
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.
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.
- Ask about joiningAsk about membership and make sure the club is a good fit.
- Check the diveCheck the calendar for upcoming local dives, boat dives and trips.
- Confirm requirementsRegister and confirm the activity’s certification, experience, capacity and cost requirements.
- Watch for updatesWatch Facebook for weather-related updates or cancellations.
- 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.
Included with annual membership. See current gas fill services.
Member pricing on most retail gear, with up to 15% off selected items. Some low-margin brands and products are excluded.
Access member hire rates; current equipment and terms are maintained on Gear Hire.
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.
Weather-related cancellations and changes are communicated through Facebook.
Before your next dive
Keep building confidence
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.
Your next local dive
Stay connected to the water
Tell us where you are in your diving and ask what is coming up.
Ask about joining