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Stay Warm, Dive More: The Local’s Guide to Drysuit Diving in Melbourne
Stay Warm, Dive More: The Local’s Guide to Drysuit Diving in Melbourne
Want to dive in Melbourne year-round? Whether you're looking for a SDI drysuit course or purchasing a drysuit in Melbourne, Simple Dive has you covered. Learn about drysuit training, local... Read more...
Shearwater Perdix 3 vs Perdix 2: What’s New and What’s Changed?
Shearwater Perdix 3 vs Perdix 2: What’s New and What’s Changed?
Shearwater Perdix 3 vs Perdix 2: Is the AMOLED screen worth the upgrade? See what's changed in specs, UI profiles, and features in our deep-dive review. Read more...
The Smart Gear Guide for Newly Certified Melbourne Divers
The Smart Gear Guide for Newly Certified Melbourne Divers
Moving beyond your Open Water course? Discover the best gear to buy first and boost your comfort and safety in Melbourne waters. Read more...
Open Water scuba diving course training in Melbourne
What to Expect in Your First Melbourne Open Water Course
Discover how to learn to dive in Melbourne. We break down the 3-day SDI Open Water certification, covering eLearning, pool skills, and Port Phillip Bay shore dives. Find out why... Read more...
Beginner scuba divers and instructors at Simple Dive Melbourne
3 Common Myths About Learning to Scuba Dive in Melbourne (And Why You’re Ready Now!)
Think you need to be a good swimmer or own a shed full of gear to explore Melbourne’s underwater world? Think again. We’re busting the top 3 myths holding you... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Diving Rye Pier: Melbourne’s Underwater Playground
The Ultimate Guide to Scuba Diving Rye Pier: Melbourne’s Underwater Playground
Plan a Rye Pier shore dive near Melbourne with information on depth, marine life, the Octopus’s Garden, spider crabs, night diving, facilities and conditions. Read more...
Citizen-Science Underwater: 2025 Great Victorian Fish Count at Simple Dive
Citizen-Science Underwater: 2025 Great Victorian Fish Count at Simple Dive
Join Simple Dive for the 2025 Great Victorian Fish Count this Sunday. Help survey Melbourne’s iconic marine species, contribute to real conservation data, and enjoy a relaxed social dive with... Read more...
How to Prepare for a Melbourne Boat Dive
How to Prepare for a Melbourne Boat Dive
Prepare for your Melbourne boat dive by matching the site’s depth to your certification, choosing between calm inside‑bay sites and rougher outer reefs, and checking wind conditions. Hire essential gear... Read more...
How to Prepare for Your Open Water Course in Melbourne
How to Prepare for Your Open Water Course in Melbourne
Preparing for your Open Water Course in Melbourne? Here’s how to get ready, stay warm, and feel confident for your first ocean dives. Read more...
Pre-Dive Safety Check
Scuba diving is an exhilarating experience that allows individuals to explore the wonders of the underwater world. However, it is crucial to prioritize safety before embarking on any dive. One of the key components of ensuring a safe dive is conducting a proper pre-dive safety check. By following the BWRAF sequence, divers can systematically assess their equipment and readiness for the dive ahead. What is the BWRAF sequence? The BWRAF sequence is a mnemonic device that stands for: BCD, Weights, Releases, Air, and Final Check. This sequence serves as a... Read more...
Melbourne Dive Site Forecast
Simple Dive – Melbourne Dive Recommendations Simple Dive – Your Guide to Victoria’s Best Dives Select Date Select Hour Filter Sites All Sites Beginner-Friendly Port Phillip Bay Ocean-Facing Data provided by the Open-Meteo weather and marine APIs. For sites requiring low tide or slack water, check times at BOM Tides. Dive responsibly – always check local conditions and dive within your limits. Visit us at Simple Dive, 21 Indra Road, Blackburn South, VIC 3130 | Follow us on Instagram Book a Guided Dive Rent Scuba Gear Specialty Courses Read more...
Mixed Gas Density Calculator
Estimate scuba breathing-gas density for air, Nitrox and Trimix at depth with Simple Dive’s free calculator. Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Buoyancy Part 1
The Ultimate Guide to Mastering Buoyancy Part 1
Understanding and anticipating buoyancy changes, and timely adjusting the BCD, is key to safe diving Read more...
Beginner-friendly scuba diving sites around Melbourne
Top 5 Beginner Friendly Dive Sites in Melbourne
Melbourne is renowned for its diverse temperate-water diving, with accessible sites for newly certified divers as well as experienced locals. Here are five popular locations around Port Phillip Bay and... Read more...
Great Victorian Fish Count - 2019 & 2020
Great Victorian Fish Count - 2019 & 2020
Event photos from previous Great Victorian Fish Counts co-organised with Victorian National Parks Association. Thank you scuba divers for collecting fish count data that will be used in scientific researches.  Read more...
We Are Hiring! Instructors Wanted
We Are Hiring! Instructors Wanted
We Are Hiring! Instructors Wanted Location: Melbourne, Australia Simple Dive is seeking passionate and skilled PADI or SDI Dive Instructors to join our dynamic team. Responsibilities: Conduct a variety of scuba... Read more...
About Simple Dive
About Simple Dive
Established in 2015, Simple Dive is now a TDI/SDI certified training facility located at 21 Indra Road, Blackburn South, Victoria. We're passionate about connecting divers with the underwater world, offering... Read more...