Costs & Fees
Membership Fees
To dive with us you need to be a member of the club and of BSAC. This table summarises the fees for 1 year.
| Membership Type | BSAC Fee | Bromley Diving Club Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Full Diving Member (ages 18+) | £59.00 | £125.00 |
| Joint (second member of a household aged 18+) | £40.50 | £110.50 |
| Student (proof of education needed if 18+) | £30.50 | £61.00 |
| Junior (ages 12-17) | £30.50 | £45.00 |
| Associate Member / Social Member (non-diver)* | N/A | £89.50 |
| Snorkelling | £19.00 | £59.50 Adult, £27.00 Junior |
* Associate/Social members are not permitted to dive with the club, and do not require a medical declaration. They do not need to join BSAC as a result.
Our club renewal date is 1 April. If you join after this date, your membership fee will be pro-rata until the next renewal cycle.
For more information on BSAC membership, you can visit their website here.
Equipment Fees
| Kit | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 12 months pool training | £200 | Price includes £100 refundable deposit |
| Open Water | TBC | |
| Cylinder Hire | £5 /day | £5 charge if cylinder not returned with >200 bar of air |
| Pool Cleaner | By discretion of committee |
Training Costs
If you decide to train with us, there are expenses which you are expected to cover. These costs are approximate, and we will only charge you the cost.
| Item/Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Training pack (ordered from BSAC) | In the range of £40. The price will be confirmed at the beginning of your training. |
| Air Fills | Approximately £4 – £5 per fill (1 fill per open water dive needed, 1 tank lasts 2-3 pool sessions) |
| Site Entry | Diving centres often charge an entry fee for divers |
| Boat fees | If diving from the boat. Fee covers maintenance and fuel used. |
| Your Kit | Basic kit (mask, snorkel) is essential you have your own. You are encouraged to build up your own kit while training |
How to Join
The easiest way to join is via the BSAC website. You can join here. If you are joining as an associate/social member (non diving), you should not use the BSAC website (see 2nd bullet point below).
There are 2 options for paying the club fee
- You can pay the BSAC and the club fee through the BSAC website. Note: the branch name is Bromley & District at SE26 5AQ.
- You can pay direct to us. Ask the membership secretary or treasurer for the bank details.
You will be asked to submit a health declaration. Contact the diving officer if you have any questions about your medical fitness to dive before joining.
You may pay annually or in monthly instalments for your membership.
Our club renewal date is 1 April. If you join after this date, your membership fee will be pro-rata until the next renewal cycle.
Documentation
Upon joining the club, there are documents that need to be reviewed
- Compulsory for diving members: health declaration
This is done through the BSAC website. If you wish to join through the club and not through the BSAC website, a paper version is here. If you are unsure whether you are medically fit to dive, you should review this document before joining. Contact the diving officer at [email protected] for more information.
- Club Privacy Policy & Photography Consent Form
The privacy policy is compulsory, however, you may request restrictions on how your personal data is held and used. The photgraphy consent form is completely optional. Please read both before consenting. You can read & consent here or using the button below.
- Mailing List: upon joining you will automatically be added to the club mailing list using the email address you provided. If you would like to add a different email address to our mailing list, you can do so at the bottom of the Contact Us Page.