West Palm Beach: Beginner Scuba Dive & GoPro Videos

Summary

Beginner scuba dive in West Palm Beach with friendly guides and underwater videos

You’ll start on the sand in West Palm Beach with friendly instructors who walk you through every step—even if you’ve never tried scuba before or can’t swim well. Wade into shallow water as you learn breathing tricks and basic skills, then follow your guide into deeper blue where fish and maybe even turtles drift by. Your GoPro videos are included—awkward moments and all—which somehow makes it feel even more real.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really know what to expect when we pulled up to the beach in West Palm. There was a bit of nervous energy in our little group—someone joked about sharks (not helpful), but our instructor, Sam, just grinned and handed us wetsuits. The sand felt warm under my feet while he explained the basics right there on the shore—how to breathe, what not to do with your hands, that sort of thing. He made it sound easy, which helped me stop overthinking for a second.

Getting into the water was actually kind of funny. It’s only waist-deep at first, so you’re standing there in all this gear feeling a bit ridiculous until you realize you can hear your own breath echoing inside the mask. Sam kept checking on each of us—he even showed me how to clear my mask when I got a bit too enthusiastic and let some water in (oops). The saltwater taste is… well, salty. And I swear I could smell sunscreen mixed with seaweed every time I surfaced.

Once we were under for real, following Sam along the bottom, everything slowed down. Fish darted past—tiny flashes of yellow and blue—and someone pointed out a turtle gliding by like it had somewhere more important to be. You don’t really talk underwater except with hand signals or wide eyes. At one point I forgot about the camera completely until Sam waved it at me and gave a thumbs-up; later he sent those GoPro clips straight to my phone and I laughed at how goofy I looked waving at a pufferfish.

The whole beginner scuba diving experience lasted just over an hour, but it felt longer—in a good way. It’s strange how quickly you get used to breathing down there, surrounded by all that quiet movement. Walking back up the beach after peeling off the wetsuit, I still felt that underwater calm stuck with me for hours after. If you’re even half-curious about trying scuba diving in West Palm Beach, honestly? Just go for it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Beginner scuba diving experience

• Receive fundamentals briefing on shore
• Practice breathing in waist-deep water
• Join guided underwater scuba dive tour
• Capture underwater moments on video

Top questions

Do I need any experience for this beginner scuba diving tour?

No experience or swimming skills are required for this beginner scuba diving tour in West Palm Beach.

How long does the beginner scuba dive last?

The entire experience lasts 1–1.5 hours depending on group size and comfort level.

Is equipment provided for the dive?

Yes, all necessary SCUBA equipment is included in your booking.

Are GoPro videos included?

Yes, short GoPro video clips of your dive are provided at no extra cost and sent directly to your phone.

Where does the dive start?

The tour begins from the shore at West Palm Beach in shallow water before heading deeper with your guide.

Is this suitable for people who can't swim?

No prior swimming skills are needed; instructors help you every step of the way in shallow water first.

Are there health restrictions for this activity?

This tour isn’t recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular issues; a medical questionnaire is required.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the meeting point at West Palm Beach.

What’s included

Your day includes use of all SCUBA equipment plus guidance from experienced instructors who stay close throughout your time in the water; short GoPro video clips are captured during your dive and sent directly to your phone afterward so you can relive those first underwater moments again later.