Refresh your SCUBA skills in a 1.5-hour heated indoor pool session
1.5 hours
Pool refresher training
Get back into diving with a focused SCUBA refresher in a heated indoor pool. Practice core skills with experienced divemasters and instructors.
You must be a certified diver and at least 10 years old. Arrive 30 minutes early with required eLearning and paperwork completed or you may be charged a $50 make-up fee; some rescheduling may incur a $100 fee.
Certification courses are not refundable and must completed within a year, otherwise the course will no longer be valid.
Bring a mask, fins, and snorkel, plus a towel and swim attire.
Complete your eLearning and bring the required paperwork: Diver Medical Form, Student Learning Agreement, General Training–Liability Release/Non-Agency Form, and the Standard Safe Diving Practices Statement of Understanding. If needed, bring physician sign-off on the Diver Medical Form.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before the refresher, fully prepared with eLearning and all required paperwork completed.
1717 Kamehameha Ave. Hilo, HI 96720
Hilo Ocean Adventures shines when it comes to their instructors and guides, who consistently earn glowing praise from visitors. Shayna, a PADI-certified Master Scuba Diver Trainer, gets mentioned repeatedly for making both beginners and experienced divers feel confident and comfortable. Other guides like Morgan, Alex, and Aulki also stand out for their knowledge, patience, and genuine enthusiasm. The staff accommodates solo travelers and small groups without hesitation, often personalizing tours when group sizes are minimal. The marine life around Hilo delivers too—multiple turtles spotted within minutes, beautiful reefs, and memorable underwater encounters. The operation offers variety beyond diving, including kayaking, paddleboarding, and snorkeling trips around Hilo Bay and beyond. Equipment rentals receive positive marks overall, though there's mention of some aging gear like fin straps. One review noted a particularly rough day where safety concerns and operational issues converged, though this appears to be an isolated incident during challenging surf conditions. The front desk staff, including Natalia, earns appreciation for being welcoming and helpful with scheduling. Most visitors leave calling their experience a highlight of their Big Island trip.
My wife and I went for the sunset cruise and had a great time. The ocean views were fantastic and the crew were friendly and outgoing. They told us about the area and about the fishing in the area. I would do this again and hope to soon. I highly recommend them. Thanks for a great evening.
Steve Farley
June 24, 2026
My wife and I went for the sunset cruise and had a great time. The ocean views were fantastic and the crew were friendly and outgoing. They told us about the area and about the fishing in the area. I would do this again and hope to soon. I highly recommend them. Thanks for a great evening.
Steve Farley
June 24, 2026
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