High school students become scuba rescue diver certified on Bonaire summer program

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Bonaire Bonaire Rescue Diver

Bonaire – a truly unique island in the southern Caribbean – is literally surrounded by the world’s oldest protected marine reserve. Step into the water from any beach to access pristine reefs and experience beautiful dives. Your action-packed days will be filled diving, windsurfing, hiking, learning about coral restoration and building the skills to become a PADI Rescue Diver and Emergency First Responder.

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high school student poses with donkeys at Bonaire donkey sanctuary on scuba program

High school scuba diver assist with coral restoration on Bonaire Rescue Diver program

High school students on beach in Bonaire on advanced scuba diving trip

Abundant days of natural shore diving in the Caribbean

Immerse yourself in the immaculate Bonaire National Marine Park, building key skills and earning multiple PADI certifications.
Bond quickly with your fellow divers as you experience numerous shore dives, practice responding to underwater emergencies, and expand your dive knowledge.
Assist a local marine conservation organization with coral restoration to ensure a healthy and diverse ecosystem.
Trek to an island peak for panoramic views in Bonaire’s Washington-Slagbaai National Park, later visiting the Bonaire Donkey Sanctuary.
Windsurf Lac Lagoon, one of the world’s most unspoiled windsurfing bays.

PROGRAM DATES	COST	AVAILABILITY
June 21 - July 2, 2025	$5,280	Limited	Enroll Now
July 19 - July 30, 2025	$5,280	Available	Enroll Now

“This trip was such an amazing experience. I made so many great friends and the entire group got so close in just 13 days. My diving improved so much and becoming an Emergency First Responder and rescue diver was extremely rewarding. The activities, such as visiting the donkey sanctuary and windsurfing, were amazing. I loved my time in Bonaire and will take away new friends and a greater confidence in my diving skills. I created so many amazing memories on this trip and will always remember the experience.” Zoe, high school alumna

Teens diving on bonaire coral reef on Broadreach scuba diving trip

Teens ready to go shore diving in Bonaire on Broadreach scuba summer camp

Teens hiking in Bonaire on great adventures program

This summer scuba diving camp offers:

4

Scuba Certifications

2

Service Hours

Four PADI scuba certifications available:

PADI Advanced Open Water
PADI Emergency First Responder (EFR)
PADI Rescue Diver
Peak Performance Buoyancy

Two hours of service learning through community-based projects.

Requirements:

PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent certification.
Available to students completing grades 9-12.

advanced scuba summer programs for teens

Level up your scuba skills. Complete dozens of dives. Become a PADI Rescue Diver + Emergency First Responder in just 12 days!

Itinerary

Day 1-4

Dive right in

After settling into your home for the next 12 days, gear up and get ready to dive right in. With your dive skills refreshed you’ll move right into the Advanced Open Water course to learn the nuances of underwater navigation and how to perfect your buoyancy. On the surface, venture to the port town of Kralendijk – Bonaire’s capital. This beautiful and friendly town, with buildings painted in pink, orange and lime green pastels, is an idyllic Caribbean paradise. Look for signs that say ‘Aki ta Gang Kuminda Krioyo,’ which means local Creole specialties are on the menu.

Day 5-7

The ultimate spot to earn your PADI specialties

By the time you’ve completed your Advanced Open Water course it will be apparent why Bonaire is known as a ‘Diver’s Paradise.’ With fringing reefs and world-class shore diving, Bonaire is unmatched in the western hemisphere. Shift gears to focus on the Rescue Diver and Emergency First Responder courses – the EFR course teaches you basic first aid and CPR, important skills both in and out of the water. Rescue Diver is one of the cornerstones of this entire adventure, and you’ll learn how to prevent problems underwater, and how to recognize and respond to emergencies and first aid procedures for dive-related incidents. You’ll also help restore the pristine reefs of Bonaire by spending a morning working with a local dive organization that specializes in coral reef conservation.

Day 8-12

See donkeys, flamingoes and too many fish to count

During your last days of program, there’s no shortage of topside activities! From windsurfing in the world-famous Lac Lagoon and visiting the Bonaire Donkey Sanctuary, to hiking in Washington-Slagbaai National Park. As you pack up your dive gear to fly home, reflect on everything you’ve accomplished in the past 12 days and know you’ve taken the next step in your diving career.

I loved the Bonaire trip so much! I made so many new friends, and the group dynamic was amazing, as well as the diving! One special part about the trip was definitely the professionalism of the instructors. I learned so much about photography in only two weeks! And on every dive, I felt that safety was the number one priority. I went on the trip with some photo experience, but not much. By the end of the two weeks, I felt that my output of photos was so professional and so advanced. Last but certainly not least, the diving was PHENOMENAL. Every single dive site we went to was unique, chock-full of soft and hard corals, as well as plenty of sea life both small and large to photograph. I would recommend this trip to any diving enthusiast and photo fanatic! Ava Salmi

This was an absolutely AMAZING trip. All the way around I had a great time and experienced some of the best and happiest memories of my life on this trip. The people and the activities created a perfect combination that made the trip an unforgettable and unbelievable one. The trip had no flaws and had a great mix of fun, learning, discovery, and excitement. Eloise Stanton

This trip was the best Broadreach trip I've ever done. The group was small so we became closer and more integrated, and Robbie and Sally guided us along the way to help us achieve our goals. The diving was incredible and the island was beautiful. Windsurfing was one of my favorite activities and the vibe of the trip was very special. It made me realize the path I want to pursue and the people I want to surround myself with. Gabriel Jacobs

This trip surpassed my expectations in so many different ways. The relationship between me and the fellow divers, along with our amazing counselors, was deeper than of any other trip I have been on through any program. The diving was amazing, and yes challenging being a rescue diving course, but I felt so accomplished by the twelfth day. A month after this trip I was already reuniting with buddies from the trip and we are talking to our counselors about finding a new site to experience altogether in the summer of 2015! Isabel Froemming

AMAZING TRIP!!! I loved every part of it. The diving is spectacular and the rescue course was lots of fun. The donkey sanctuary was also a highlight. I made so many new friends and definitely want to do another Broadreach trip next year. Isabel Levin

This trip has been one of the greatest experiences in my life. To go to what is considered a diving paradise and learn skills that we will have for the rest of our life is amazing. What I realized most about this trip is the amount of responsibility you gain knowing that one day you could save a life. The staff and other kids were so fun to hang out with too. Jack Carrigan

Photography is more difficult than it seems particularly underwater, but this program makes learning worthwhile. Your diving and buoyancy improve a lot and you learn to document your dives in appealing images. This is a smaller Broadreach trip so there is a lot of group bonding. You make friends you will never forget. The places you stay are amazing and you will also learn to cook and take care of yourself. The diving was amazing and releasing baby sea turtles into the ocean was incredible. This trip was awesome! Julie Raiguel

This trip was by far one of my best memories to date. I loved my group and counselors; I enjoyed the local Bonaire culture, especially the diving. Overall, Bonaire was an all-around wonderful experience another Broadreach trip was extremely well done and awesomely fantastic. Maris Hughes

This trip was amazing! If you go on this trip you are guaranteed to have a good time! Our instructors were awesome, the housing was very nice, and there was an overall positive attitude. I definitely would recommend this trip to anyone and everyone. Sarah Sheer

I learned more on this trip than I ever thought. The instructors do such a good job with teaching you the material that I was so surprised by how much I actually knew by the end of the trip! The friendships you make on these trips are ones that will last a lifetime and I consider them my family now! Sarah Talbert

Every single place, activity, event, and experience cannot be described using words. Not only were these 12 days some of the most fun of my life, I learned about responsibility from the trip leaders and my fellow leaders. Everybody on this trip I will now have a lifelong bond with. I will never forget this trip. Sean Klein

This trip was such an amazing experience. I made so many great friends and the entire group got so close in just 12 days. My diving improved so much and becoming an emergency first responder and rescue diver was extremely rewarding. The activities, such as visiting the donkey sanctuary and windsurfing, we amazing. I loved my time in Bonaire and will take away new friends and greater confidence in my diving skills. I created so many amazing memories on this trip and will always remember the experience. Zoe Aarons

Owen had a really great time, met fun kids, and loved diving! Great trip! Winston Goldthwaite

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