Dive Crew Night

We meet Wednesday 1^st February at our dive centre in Mana. Cross the Paremata Bridge on SH 1 and take the first left (unless you are heading south). Come and join us from 5.30pm for a BBQ. Just bring your favourite BBQ food and anything else for a shared meal. You are welcome to bring beer or wine etc for a social evening, we will supply tea, coffee etc. Check our location out on www.scubadiving.co.nz then “where are we”

We present certificates as well so be there to get yours. All friends are welcome whether they are divers or not.……..

Next Crew Night

Our next speaker will talk on a nautical period in NZ’s martime history of drama, intrigue, danger, deception, incarceration …. We will present a graphic account to the German Raider “Wolfs” activities around NZ during WW 1. There were a number of sinkings through mines and gunfire – one very close toWellington. One of those wrecks has been dived twice, and very recently.

Don’t miss this fun evening. It will be excellent so bring friends, everyone is welcome. ps you don’t need to be a diver ………..

Last Speaker

Last meeting, our Quizmiss ran a highly entertaining quiz night. There were several spot prizes, with noone being really sure who the overall winner was. It was a great night.

There was a good crowd for the last of 2011 and lots of intense interest, it was an excellent evening.

Farewell

Sadly we have to say farewell to Graham and Tess. Tess is posted to Auckland to be a very important Bank person. Graham didn’t fancy cooking his own meals so he decided to go as well. You will be missed – but you are on the way to the Poor Knights.

Welcome

A warm welcome to Peter Baker who is now our Retail Guy. He hails from the far North. Peter has a background in farming, is keen on looking after the ocean environment – and is a PADI Instructor. Peter is not a CCR diver – yet.

SCUBA & Snorkel Packages

There has been a dramatic drop in our package price for dive gear. Walk in with no dive gear, walk out fully equipped to:

Snorkel dive – for only $499.00

Scuba dive – (with cylinder as well, but not lead) for only $1,800.00

GoPro Cameras

We are NOW stockists for GoPro HD Video Cameras. For those of you
who haven’t heard of them they are small cameras that come with a range
of different mounting options which make them ideal for filming diving,
skiing, driving or just about any activity you can think of. They come
in a range of models with different attachments available to make them
perfect for whatever you need them for.

Starting from $349.00 they are excellent for still photography and even better for underwater HD videography. They are rated to 60m.

For those of you who already have the cameras we will be stocking flat lenses which will get rid of the underwater focusing problems you get with dome lenses. Flat lens only conversion will cost between $50.00 and $75.00 depending whether we fit it for you or you do it yourself.

Make a Donation to save the sharks.

This project is gathering momentum but needs funds. You can help by donating on – http://www.projectaware.org/donate?utm_source=Global%2Bappeal%2B&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Sharks%2BIn%2BPeril

Advanced Open Water Course

We are incorporating this course into our Thursday after-work dives. Each Thursday we will offer a different dive, depending on the weather. Dive with us five times and (weather dependant) you will qualify for your Advanced Open Water course.

As well as this idea, we will still offer you weekend AOW courses if you are in a hurry.

Underwater Archaeology Special

We are offering our exciting new Wellington based PADI Underwater Archaeology Specialty over two days/four dives but for the price of a two dive Specialty. Save $150.00 and learn some real exciting local maritime history.

We start with a unique powerpoint presentation and then head for the dive sites. Two dives Sat and two dives Sun. This programme is unique to NZSA but will be recognised world-wide.

Archaeology may sound as dry as dust but it is great fun and a service to our nation. Now you can take part without the expense of travelling to far-away places.

Should be $395.00, now $245.00, save $150.00. Call us on 233-8238 to book your place.

PADI Instructor Development Courses

We have three IDCs scheduled this year. Each is followed by an Instructor Examination. The course is in two parts, Assistant Instructor and Open Water Scuba Instructor. For more details email us at tony@scubadiving.co.nz.

9 – 10 March 2012

21 – 22 July 2012

20 – 21 November 2012

GEM Gas Extender Mechanism

This is a light weight, simple, safe, fun way to extend the duration of your cylinder. If you usually finish your cylinder before everyone else, attach a GEM to your cylinder and you will solve the problem. No more twin 15 litre cylinders required.

The GEM is a simple rebreather that allows you to dump 1/3 of every breathe and recycle 2/3s. You will use a 36% to 40% Nitrox mix, so get the longer no-deco benefits of Nitrox as well. The GEM has a safe diving range down to 30m, your recreational dive limit.

Quote of the Month

“The secret to growing old is – trying not to die“ – Betty White

MAX’s Column

We wish you all a very happy and prosperous New Year from the staff at NZSA
We now have Referral Cards to help you get your next course or equipment purchase cheaper. Give them to someone interested in learning to dive and you will benefit. Ask for them at NZSA.
Who competed in the across-Taupo swim?
When last up there Steve was seen swimming lustily after his SMB and reel which he let go when it tangled on inflation.
Steve claims he was way past the 200m buoys!
But wait, it got worse!
What happens when you fall over in the water with the loop open and not in your mouth?
Flooded loop and miss the dive!
Never mind, Steve had qualified as NZSA’s first locally trained KISS CCR Trimix diver.
When is a perfect score not a perfect score?
When Lesley drops her reel in 3m of water at the lake, at the end of the dive, then dives down and become a chrysalis by tying herself in the line!!!
Stephen was seen closely inspecting his limp, uninflated SMB. Might have been something to do with narcosis???
Congrats also to everyone completing OW, AOW, First Aid/CPR, Nitrox and Wreck Specialty courses.
Kimberley is helping out part-time and has begun strongly – by supplying scones and chocolate cookies ….
Doug has gone to the dark side.
His KISS Classic is due very soon.
Congratulations to Lesley and Stephen on achieving your TDI Advanced Nitrox and your Decompression Procedures ratings.
Way to go Duncan, on starting your Divemaster online study.
Tim has been seen out diving on a very regular Basis. Well done.
Mike was diving the GEM and saw two swimming “topknots” (a very small shy fish). It is most unusual to see them. Normally they hide.
Steve C, Doug and Tony have signed on for Truk Lagoon in June 2012.
Congratulations to PADI diver Alice Sneyd on authoring an e-book on vampires titled “Blood Shattered”. (Seems to run in the family as Cathy and Brent are also romantic novel authors.)
It appears to be selling well on-line.
Somehow I am not comfortable with blood and diving!!!!
We now HAVE the GoPro HD Video cameras and flat lenses in stock!!

ATLANTIS LEGACY WETSUIT (W20)

This unisex wetsuit is an absolute winner for any diver from Novice through to Experienced. The only complaint I have heard “it is too warm” Oh dear …..

Check out our package with the Legacy!

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NewReferralOffer

If you bring a new client into our shop and they pay for one of our courses, you get $20.00 off your next course and $20.00 as a store credit.

Conditions:

A new client is one who has not attended one of our NZSA courses before
Offer is for the PADI Open Water Diver course and up to and including PADI Divemaster course
Offer is not redeemable for cash
Some conditions apply.

4^thElement

We have drysuit Arctic undergarments, beanie, wetsuit long sleeve and vest tops and wetsuit socks in stock. They are far superior to any undergarment or wetsuit vest sold in Wellington.

The slightly thinner Xerotherm drysuit long sleeve top and legging undergarments will suit you if you get too hot in your drysuit using an Arctic!!

We now have a range of wetsuit undergarments.

We are so sure of their quality that we guarantee satisfaction. If you buy one and it doesn’t increase your thermal protection we will offer you a full refund when you return the garment. Some conditions apply.

DRYSUITS

Over the years we have been very successful in getting divers into drysuits. Our popular brand is Oceandry and they have a new model out now.

The Freedom Drysuit is a 3mm hyper compressed neoprene with a front zip, telescopic body with latex or neoprene seals and retails at $2,355.00. Front zips mean you do not need someone to zip you up…

The Bravo 4mm hyper compressed neoprene drysuit is the traditional back entry zip. This titanium lined suit is well tested and retails at $2140.00.

The Xeric 3.5mm hyper compressed neoprene is the sport version which retails at $1,955.00.

We can also provide Otter and Viking membrane stock drysuits which require an undergarment.

Shearwater Review

I bought a Shearwater multi-gas computer to interface with my KISS Classic rebreather. However on several occasions I have dived it using SCUBA. When I compare it to previous multi-gas computers I have owned I am amazed. Switching gases above or underwater is the easiest I have experienced. All functions are controlled by two touch buttons. These are reliable and can’t jam. While there are a lot of menu functions, there are very few you need on each dive. The process is easy as the menu is scrolled by one button and is accepted by the other. It has big graphics and is easy to read under water. It is back lit and that brightness can be controlled. I was diving deep, using trimix and doing two gas changes and knew instantly which gas was which. The battery is user replaceable after 100 hours.

The switch from OC to CC is really easy. It monitors the CCR oxygen sensors by cable, or it will calculate deco using a set PO2. Any data that appears incorrect to the computer will result in that data being highlighted in bright red. That is very easy to read.

Any decompression obligation is clear showing the stops and time required.

This is a great tool for safe diving. If you are a little older or a wee bit unfit, you can set a conservative factor that will allow for that. This computer is a must for deeper, longer SCUBA or CCR dives. TonyHowell TDI:IT

SHEARWATER COMPUTER FEATURES

We are now dealers for the impressive Shearwater computer. This is an ideal partner for open circuit using air, nitrox & trimix – or for our KISS Closed circuit rebreathers. Call us on 04 233-8238 or call and you can see one.

KISSmCCRRebreatherTraining

At NZSA we are now able to offer you all essential support related to the KISS mCCR rebreather. You can buy one from us and receive your training from us as well. This fantastic machine comes in two forms – Sport and Classic. The Sport has a depth limit of 55m and the Classic 75m. Their time limits are 2.5 hours and 3.0 hours respectively. These are really safe and simple re-breathers.

You will need a pre-requisite of Advanced Nitrox and be 18 years of age to attend this course.

Tony is a TDI/IANTD qualified CCR Instructor able to run the KISS Air Deco CCR course for you, that will include one pool session and five OW dives to a maximum depth of 40m.

If you are considering purchasing a KISS rebreather, talk to us about the best configuration and cylinder choice. Ph 04 233-8238. Go to www.scubadiving.co.nz for more details.

KISS GEM Rebreather Training

We now have a GEM (KISS Gas Extending Mechanism) on-site. Courses are available at NZSA. Pre-requisites are: be 18 years of age, have a current medical, Advanced OW or equivalent & Nitrox. The Nitrox course can be completed in conjunction with the GEM course.

Expect an evening of theory, about one hour in the pool and four sea dives. We have full support for the GEM available for you after your training and encourage you to dive with us on our Crew fun dives.

Tony is Wellington’s qualified IANTD GEM Instructor.

If you are considering purchasing a GEM SC rebreather, talk to us. Ph 04 233-8238. Go to www.scubadiving.co.nz for more details.

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