How to get involved with Scuba/Snorkel
Step One: Education. We are currently partnering with two local scuba shops – A-1 Scuba & Travel Aquatics Center and Denver Adaptive Divers – who offer adaptive scuba experiences. By attending one of Craig Hospital’s Scuba/Snorkel Orientations, you will learn the ins and outs of the magic of being underwater!
In orientations, we discuss the specialties within each shop and the experiences at both. You will get the opportunity to see and learn about the equipment that will be used prior to entering the pool.
Sign up for orientation in-person preferred. If you are out of state, please contact SCUBAteam@craighospital.org
2026 Dates – Scuba/Snorkel Orientation
January 6
February 3
March 3
March 31
May 5
June-no orientation
July 7
July 28
September 1
October 6
November 3
December 1
Step Two: Exposure. After you complete the required orientation portion at Craig and complete all necessary forms including a scuba medical form signed by your physician (required for scuba participation), you will be eligible to try scuba in a pool. If you are not under active care of an MD/DO/NP at Craig Hospital, you must have the forms signed by your Primary Care Physician or member of your personal care team (MD/DO/NP). You will be diving with several professionals and dive buddies with adaptive dive training.
2026 Dates – Try Scuba/Snorkel
January 23
February 20
March 20
April 17
May 22
June-no Try Scuba
July 24
August 14
September 18
October 23
November 20
December 18
Step Three: Certification. Our community scuba partners will help to establish a plan to move towards certification. If you’re already certified but are interested in getting back into the water after injury, we can guide you to returning to scuba with maximal safety and enjoyment. Certification includes academic, pool and open water training.
Step Four: Trips and local opportunities. We have sponsored group scuba trips to the Caribbean since 2003! Craig Hospital is currently sponsoring an annual scuba trip which changes in location and community partner.
If you are interested in learning more about upcoming trips or completing your certification, please contact SCUBAteam@craighospital.org
Get in Touch
If you would like to attend one or more of our Scuba/Snorkel events, please email us and a scuba team member will reach out with more information. We look forward to diving with you!