AIM for Wellness
A groundbreaking programme supporting Mental Health, confidence & rehabilitation through diving
Why This Programme Is Needed
There is currently nothing like AIM for Wellness anywhere in the world—a programme that combines adaptive scuba diving with structured personal development, targeted specifically at individuals facing major barriers to wellbeing, education, and inclusion.
The need is urgent and underserved:
Over 2 million people in the UK live with a limb difference or severe physical restriction.
Around 1 in 4 adults in the UK experience mental health challenges each year—over 16 million people.
Approximately 1,500 people undergo amputations annually in England alone due to trauma, illness, or medical complications.
A growing number of young people are disengaged from traditional academic systems, often due to complex needs, learning differences, or adverse life experiences.
Many individuals—especially those from inner-city, low-income, or geographically remote areas—are financially and logistically excluded from diving, despite its well-documented wellbeing benefits.
AIM for Wellness addresses these gaps directly. It delivers targeted support, one-to-one coaching, and inclusive training to those who need it most—providing a transformative experience that blends aquatic freedom with personal growth.
The course is delivered by Disadvantaged Diver, a new UK charity currently in the process of being formally established. The organisation’s mission is to remove the barriers—physical, financial, psychological, and social—that prevent people from accessing the life-changing benefits of diving. Through charitable funding and partnerships, the charity will ensure that no one is excluded from the underwater world due to their circumstances.
Diving Courses
Below are the courses provided as the framework
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PADI Seal Team
A fun, multi-session pool program for kids (age 8+) to complete “AquaMissions” and learn basic scuba skills through underwater games and activities.
A fun, multi-session pool program for kids (age 8+) to complete “AquaMissions” and learn basic scuba skills through underwater games and activities.
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PADI Master Seal Team
A continuation of Seal Team, where young divers complete specialty AquaMissions (like navigation and night diving) to develop more advanced skills in the pool.
A continuation of Seal Team, where young divers complete specialty AquaMissions (like navigation and night diving) to develop more advanced skills in the pool.
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PADI Junior Open Water Diver
A full entry-level certification for children (age 10–14), allowing independent diving with depth and buddy restrictions, which can be upgraded to the adult qualification at age 15.
A full entry-level certification for children (age 10–14), allowing independent diving with depth and buddy restrictions, which can be upgraded to the adult qualification at age 15.
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Junior Advanced Open Water Diver
An extension of the Junior Open Water Diver, where young divers (age 12–14) complete five adventure dives to further develop their diving abilities, with limits adjusted for age.
An extension of the Junior Open Water Diver, where young divers (age 12–14) complete five adventure dives to further develop their diving abilities, with limits adjusted for age.
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Junior Rescue Diver
For young divers (age 12–14) who want to learn how to prevent and handle diving emergencies, under supervision and with age-appropriate depth and scenario modifications.
For young divers (age 12–14) who want to learn how to prevent and handle diving emergencies, under supervision and with age-appropriate depth and scenario modifications.
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Discover Scuba Diving
A hands-on, one-day introductory experience where you try basic scuba skills under instructor supervision in pool-like conditions.
A hands-on, one-day introductory experience where you try basic scuba skills under instructor supervision in pool-like conditions.
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Scuba Diver
A partial certification (three knowledge sessions, three pool lessons, two open-water dives) that allows diving under professional supervision to a depth of 12 m
A partial certification (three knowledge sessions, three pool lessons, two open-water dives) that allows diving under professional supervision to a depth of 12 m
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Open Water Diver
Full entry-level certification (five theory lessons, five pool dives, four open-water dives), enabling independent buddy diving down to 18 m worldwide.
Full entry-level certification (five theory lessons, five pool dives, four open-water dives), enabling independent buddy diving down to 18 m worldwide.
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Advanced Open Water Diver
A skill-building course with five adventure dives (including navigation and deep diving), raising your independent depth limit to 30 m.
A skill-building course with five adventure dives (including navigation and deep diving), raising your independent depth limit to 30 m.
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Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver
Teaches safe use of oxygen-enriched air for longer bottom time and shorter surface intervals (not in original list, but part of specialties).
Teaches safe use of oxygen-enriched air for longer bottom time and shorter surface intervals (not in original list, but part of specialties).
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PADI Specialty adventure courses
Specialty adventure courses that develop specific diving skills and interests.
Night Diver, Drift Diver, Deep Diver, Underwater Navigator, Peak Performance Buoyancy, etc.
Specialty adventure courses that develop specific diving skills and interests.
Night Diver, Drift Diver, Deep Diver, Underwater Navigator, Peak Performance Buoyancy, etc.
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Rescue Diver
Trains you to anticipate, manage, and respond to diving emergencies through knowledge modules, practical rescue scenarios, and stress management.
Trains you to anticipate, manage, and respond to diving emergencies through knowledge modules, practical rescue scenarios, and stress management.
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Say hello to your instructor
Dive into a world of discovery with our passionate instructors who are eager to share the magic of the underwater realm with you. Their aim is to facilitate a successful learning enviroment so you can maximise the opportunity for exploration of yourself and the underwater world.
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