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Oceanic+ App Released Today for Apple Watch Ultra

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The Oceanic+ App dropped today for Apple Watch Ultra, turning it into a powerful dive computer. Here’s SDL CEO Nadia Aly’s review.

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❄️ Why Cold‑Water Diving Deserves More Love

Richer marine life — Cold waters are packed with life: seals, wolf fish, lumpsuckers, kelp forests, nudibranchs the size of your thumb, and critters you’ll never see in the tropics.

More dramatic landscapes — Think towering kelp forests, eerie wrecks, and big, cinematic scenery you simply don’t get in warm water.

Better buoyancy control — Diving in thicker exposure protection forces you to refine your trim, weighting, and breathing. If you can be precise in cold water, you can be precise anywhere.

Fewer crowds — No boat‑load of fin‑kickers hovering above you. Cold‑water sites often feel peaceful, spacious, and untouched.

Longer dive seasons — Many cold‑water sites are year‑round, and conditions can be more predictable than tropical monsoon cycles.

Unique wildlife behaviour — From seal “puppy‑like” interactions to cuttlefish mating seasons, cold‑water species often get curious and interactive.

World‑class wreck diving — Some of the best‑preserved wrecks on the planet sit in cold water, protected by low temperatures and low bacteria levels.

Join us for cold‑water training! From dry suit mastery to wreck exploration, we’ll help you unlock a whole new world of diving right on your doorstep.

❄️ Why Cold‑Water Diving Deserves More Love

Richer marine life — Cold waters are packed with life: seals, wolf fish, lumpsuckers, kelp forests, nudibranchs the size of your thumb, and critters you’ll never see in the tropics.

More dramatic landscapes — Think towering kelp forests, eerie wrecks, and big, cinematic scenery you simply don’t get in warm water.

Better buoyancy control — Diving in thicker exposure protection forces you to refine your trim, weighting, and breathing. If you can be precise in cold water, you can be precise anywhere.

Fewer crowds — No boat‑load of fin‑kickers hovering above you. Cold‑water sites often feel peaceful, spacious, and untouched.

Longer dive seasons — Many cold‑water sites are year‑round, and conditions can be more predictable than tropical monsoon cycles.

Unique wildlife behaviour — From seal “puppy‑like” interactions to cuttlefish mating seasons, cold‑water species often get curious and interactive.

World‑class wreck diving — Some of the best‑preserved wrecks on the planet sit in cold water, protected by low temperatures and low bacteria levels.

Join us for cold‑water training! From dry suit mastery to wreck exploration, we’ll help you unlock a whole new world of diving right on your doorstep. ... See MoreSee Less

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Had a great experience completing the Part A of my Open Water cert with Andy and Aldo. Both created a relaxed environment which made it much easier to learn each of the required skills, and I never felt rushed. Would highly recommend if you’re looking to kick start your scuba diving learning!

Samir
23/03/2026

Had a great day in the pool with D reviewing my skills and gear check. Great team and great facilities. Definitely recommend LSD

Mark Wolf
22/03/2026

I had a great experience doing my PADI diving course with Andy. He was highly professional, knowledgeable, and reassuring throughout, while also bringing plenty of humour to the experience. He made the course enjoyable without ever compromising on standards. A real pleasure to learn from, and definitely a credit to the diving centre. Highly recommend

J D
20/03/2026

I visited LSD on a Sunday afternoon with my 3 adult sons for a introduction to scuba diving and were greeted by Chris who was super friendly and put our minds at ease as he introduced us to the gear we would be using and answered all our questions. Once in the pool he was very patient as we tried to get to grips with clearing the goggles underwater. Once all the basics had been covered we had some fun time swimming at the bottom of the pool and doing handstands. We all left the building saying how we had really enjoyed the day and may look into moving onto the next stage of learning in the future. We highly recommend this company and the services they offer to anyone wishing to experience something new or to improve the skills they have gained previously.

Jason Jackson
09/02/2026

Highly recommend LSD! Completed my PADI Open Water Part A here with George (accidentally ending up with a private session as well!) - George was absolutely incredible and would highly recommend LSD (and George) to anyone looking to do any part of their PADI Open Water in London. Thank you so much!

Hadley Copeland
01/02/2026

Excellent refresher session this morning for my son Leo, 12, who got his PADI OWD certification in Lombok last August, and before another trip in a few days. Luke was very nice and encouraging, the session went very well. Thank you LSD for opening the center for us just before Christmas, and all the best to you and your families for the holiday season.

Joel B
23/12/2025

I just completed my dry suit training with LSD, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. George and Luke were absolutely fantastic instructors. Knowledgeable, professional, and supportive every step of the way. Not only did I learn so much, but I also had an incredibly enjoyable diving session with them. I highly recommend LSD for anyone looking for top notch training and a great diving experience. A big thank you to George for providing such exceptional training and making the whole experience so memorable!

Romulo Godinho
20/11/2025

Did my scuba review - great session, super professional and fun environment. Highly recommended for scuba training in and around London

Thomas Davies
11/11/2025

Recently did my Part B at cherstsey dive centre. As somebody who has chosen to start diving at 59 I was very nervous. George our trainer was brilliant. Explained everything clearly and had the patients of a Saint! When I panicked about removing the mask he calmed me down and didn't make me feel foolish. The centre is well organised and clean. Everyone is super friendly, even the resident dog. If you want to give diving a go, this is definitely the place to start.

Lynn Joyce
08/11/2025

Madeline at LSD is an absolute star—professional, patient, and thorough. I attended a discovery session and she happily demonstrated techniques I wasn’t familiar with, as many times as needed. I’d highly recommend her as an instructor.

Hongchang FU
25/10/2025

Madeline at LSD is an absolute star—professional, patient, and thorough. I attended a discovery session and she happily demonstrated techniques I wasn’t familiar with, as many times as needed. I’d highly recommend her as an instructor.

The Little Princes
25/10/2025

Amy was an incredible instructor! She had the perfect personality to make you relaxed and able to learn all the skills easily. We completed our Part A and had a fantastic time, I highly recommend London School of Diving

Ryan Slater
05/10/2025

I recently did a scuba refresher at the London School of Diving and had a fantastic experience. The facilities are top-notch – clean, modern, and well-equipped, with a heated on-site pool that’s perfect for training. The staff were incredibly professional, friendly, and thorough. My instructor, Madeline, was clear, patient, and made sure I felt confident with all the essential skills. Everything was well-structured, unrushed, and safety-focused. Equipment was in great condition too. Highly recommend LSD for anyone looking to refresh their skills or continue their scuba journey.

Alexey Galaktionov
17/09/2025

Just recently finished the PADI open water diver course with London School of Diving. The facilities for the first part was perfect in the small pool and large 3m pool at the headquarters in Chertsey. George was my instructor for the first part, making the whole experience enjoyable and inspiring confidence by taking each new skill step by step, making sure I learnt at my own pace. My second part of open water was undertaken at Wraysbury Lake near Heathrow, and what a fantastic 2 days it was. Swan, Roxy and George were my instructors and they did everything to make sure my experience was enjoyable, whilst gaining all the necessary skills I need to stay safe in open water. The second day had a great dive exploring all the interesting sights at the bottom of Wraysbury Lake. I can not recommend this course highly enough for anyone thinking of taking their first steps into a wonderful world of adventure underwater. Big thanks go out to Swan, Roxy and George.

Brendan O'Hara
22/08/2025

I had my try dive and learnt some basic skills. The trainer explained everything comprehensively and efficiently. Definitely recommend the try dive! I will be joining the school for my open water in the coming weeks :)

Samuel Burn
20/08/2025

I just completed the Discover Scuba Diving experience and absolutely loved it! It was both fun and very informative, thanks to our fantastic instructor, Brooke. The session took place in a heated pool with all the necessary equipment provided, which made everything smooth and comfortable. I'm now really looking forward to the next step—getting my access code for the online eLearning and starting the Open Water Referral Part A. Excited for what’s ahead! Luis

fish lulu
18/08/2025

I just completed the Discover Scuba Diving experience and absolutely loved it! It was both fun and very informative, thanks to our fantastic instructor, Brooke. The session took place in a heated pool with all the necessary equipment provided, which made everything smooth and comfortable. I'm now really looking forward to the next step—getting my access code for the online eLearning and starting the Open Water Referral Part A. Excited for what’s ahead! Luis

Luis Sio
18/08/2025

Simply the best

Jorge Silveira
09/08/2025

Recently undertook the PADI Open Water Part A course, in the pools at the LSD centre. Prior to attending the information and direction to the theory course was well signposted, and I managed to get that completed before undertaking the first of the two-part course. Luke is a kind, considerate and courteous instructor, who allowed all attendees plenty of time and space to complete all aspects of the course without feeling pressured or incapable. He really understands that, for the novice diver, just being under water is a potentially frightening experience (even in a swimming pool). There was plenty of time to go through all of the tasks, and I feel confident proceeding to the Part B, in the knowledge that my skill level (although completely novice) has been tested to a level whereby I feel confident progressing to the open water of the reservoir. I can't wait to continue the next stage of my scuba journey, and I look forward to doing so with the team at London School of Diving.

Richard Budd
05/08/2025

Best outfit in the business. Beginner to advanced, they have got you covered.

Rory Forsyth
05/08/2025

I completed the Discover Scuba Diving experience with Brooke at LSD. Brooke was a fantastic teacher and made us all feel comfortable in the water. It was a fun experience!

Jenny Collins
30/07/2025

Just did my Advanced Open Water training with instructors Amy, Luke and Brian. What a great bunch, very experienced instructors and they also made it a lot of fun! I shall come back when I need more training. Thanks!

Jonathan Jackson
27/07/2025

I recently completed my rescue diving and emergency first responder course with LSD and it was such a great experience. I felt a bit nervous going in but I couldn’t have asked for a better experience everything was so clear and informative but also fun, I feel a better and confident diver already and it feels great knowing I have now obtained the skills to deal with emergency situations, thank you to Luke and David for being such great instructors.

Elena Bosio
22/07/2025

I have completed my open water and advanced water courses during the last two months and LSD have been fantastic, so much so that I will be becoming a member to do regular guided dives every month or two to keep my skills up and build on my confidence. I can’t recommend the team enough for their knowledge, patience and making me feel safe and welcome during my courses. In particular I have to give a big shout out to Amy, Andy and Luke who have been present at all of my dives so far. They are absolutely fantastic and a real credit to LSD. During my advanced course I had an issue in one dive where I used too much energy to get to the bottom because I didn’t weight myself correctly. Whilst under the surface Amy and Andy made me feel safe and kept a close eye on me. That dive taught me a valuable lesson and I’m really thankful to both of them for teaching me valuable skills/ lessons. I will be coming back to do my peak performance bounancy in the next month and I look forward to being on guided dives in the near future.

Stephen Wilkinson
21/07/2025

Just completed my Nitrox Padi with Brooke. Fantastic instruction would highly recommend this dive school. Their facilities are excellent.

Pastor Tim - New Life Church Hampton -
10/07/2025

Excellent experience completing my PADI Open Water Part A and Part B at LSD - the whole process from start to finish the team has been extremely friendly and helpful. A big thank you especially to instructors Dan and Amy for leading the trainings and making them super fun and engaging! Can absolutely recommend to anyone looking to start their diving journey.

Dmitry Gorbachev
04/07/2025

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Attentive to the needs of their students and importantly, possessing a sense of humour. Would definitely recommend.

Reef Haddad
01/07/2025

1st class outfit. Went last weekend for a refresher / reactivate dive as haven't dived in 6 years and wanted to ensure my Advanced Open Water skills were back for trips this summer. Facilities are excellent for both experienced (deep tank) and beginner (shallow tank) divers. Charlie who ran the dive was really chilled and very knowledgeable, really nice guy! He ensured we went through all safety checks and skills to make sure you're safe to dive regardless of experience. Thanks for getting my confidence and skills back to what they were. What was really great my 11 year old did a try dive straight after me, also with Charlie. His manner put her at complete ease and she absolutely loved it. She even managed some basic skills on her 1st attempt. She also now has the diving bug and I'm sure we'll both be using LSD in the future for anything dive related. Thanks LSD especially Charlie, for a special memory and making a dad proud.

Mark Elwell
24/06/2025

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Dawid Krysciak
22/06/2025

I attended LSD to do a PADI SCUBA review session. Even though I consider myself an experienced diver it was good to go over the basic skills. I hadn’t dived for over a year and it would prepare me for my trip to the Red Sea at the end of the month. I arrived at LSD a little bit early and had a very friendly welcome from the staff. I was was invited to get myself a cup of tea or coffee while I waited for my slot. George was the instructor who was going to take me through the skills. He was very warm and friendly and gave me clear instructions. I felt very happy working with him. The facilities are great. They have two pools, one quite shallow for try dives and a deeper one. All the scuba equipment looked well maintained and quite new. I would very much recommend LSD for diver training. Many thanks George!

chris mcternan
16/06/2025

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