COFFS HARBOUR WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE
Two Days to the Deep: A Measured Refresher at the Solitary Islands
A two-day Scuba Diving Refresher Course that rebuilds skills in a pool before a guided double dive in the Solitary Islands Marine Park — useful for any certified diver returning to open water.
Two Days to the Deep: A Measured Refresher at the Solitary Islands.
Revitalize your diving skills along the coast of Coffs Harbour with a focused, two-day Scuba Diving Refresher Course run by Jetty Dive Centre at the Solitary Islands Marine Park. The program pairs a controlled pool session—where you rehearse mask clearing, regulator retrieval and kit checks—with a guided double dive offshore to reorient you to life beneath the surface.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Pool Skills and Equipment Rehearsal
The course begins in a pool where instructors guide you through essential refresher skills: mask clearing, regulator retrieval, and setting up and checking your dive equipment to restore confidence before heading to open water.
Guided Double Dive at the Solitary Islands
After the pool session you join a guided double dive to sites within the Solitary Islands Marine Park, led by Jetty Dive Centre staff unless special circumstances require a private Divemaster.
Full Kit and Boat-Day Comforts
The course includes full equipment hire and snacks on board — hot water for cup‑a‑soup, tea, coffee and small biscuit serves, with vegetarian soups available — so the logistics are focused on diving, not packing.
What the day feels like
What the Course Feels Like
Over two consecutive days you work methodically: a controlled pool session to reset fundamentals and equipment procedures, followed by a day on the boat for a guided double dive into the Solitary Islands Marine Park. The progression is deliberate — practice ashore and in the pool, then transition to guided ocean dives with on-board support and light refreshments.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits — and who it requires.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The course runs over two days, with a pool session followed by a boat day for the guided double dive.
Snacks are provided on the boat, including hot water for soups, tea and coffee, small biscuits and vegetarian soup options.
Full equipment hire is included with the course.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the refresher course?
The Scuba Diving Refresher Course takes place over two days.
What age can participate?
Participants must be at least 10 years old.
Do I need to bring my own gear?
No — full equipment hire is included with the course.
What happens if the ocean dives are cancelled?
Ocean dives are subject to weather and availability; Jetty Dive will contact you with any changes.
Are private Divemasters available?
Private Divemaster or tailored dives may be available but can incur an additional charge; contact Jetty Dive to discuss availability.
Can I reschedule the second day?
By default the booking is for two consecutive days; if you wish to reschedule the second (dive) day, contact Jetty Dive after booking to arrange a change.