As always the last Monday evening of every month at Global Dive shop here in Westhaven from 6pm onwards.

Dive club meetings are strictly social events - just a BBQ and a few drinks, and chance to chat to some fellow divers looking for dive buddies (or dive buddies with boats). Plus of course there's the monthly guest speaker to inspire you on to great things diving.

This month's dive club meeting is Monday 26 May.

This month's guest speakers

John Scott will be presenting Cave Diving in the Yucatan with photographs and video of the spectacular caves and rock formations in the freshwater cenotes of north east Mexico .

John started diving in the North East of England in 1977as a BSAC diver until 1990 when he qualified as PADI Dive Master. John studied underwater photography for two years at a college in Plymouth, The Dive Base - Fort Bovisand. He is an ex member of Plymouth Cave Diving Group.

We also will be having a brief presentation by Kimberly Muncaster, CEO of Project Jonah (www.projectjonah.org.nz). For those of you not familiar with this fantastic cause, Project Jonah's courses give people the basic skills needed to rescue stranded dolphins and whales. If you've ever seen images of mass strandings on beaches and desperately wanted to help (who hasn't) then you need to get involved. It's a bit like being a Rescue Diver - you hope you'll never need to use the skills you've learned, but imagine the regret of not knowing those skills when you really need them!!!

Upcoming club dates

Get organised, and get these dates into your diary NOW!!!

Check out these puppies!

New Suunto D4 and special deal on Suunto Mosquito

The all new Suunto D4 is now available, and we've got one!!!

The Suunto D4 is an advanced wrist top dive computer with intelligent free diving features.Constructed from lightweight, composite material, the Suunto D4 features a modernized and sleek design. And it weighs in at just 85 grams, so it's not all big and bulky when you're just out sipping lattes about town or having a quick freedive (yes, this machine even has a freedive mode).

The D4 replaces the Suunto Mosquito, and we have two Mosquitos still in stock at the clearance price of $695 (that's $400 off). And don't forget that all Suunto dive computers purchased through an authorised NZ Suunto dealer (that's us) now come with a 5 year/500 dive warranty.

Snuggly stuff

Nobody goes skiing or boarding these days in jeans and a woolly jumper (we'll there is always one isn't there). Skiers and boarders realised long ago that being warm is just about layering with the right materials and investing in good quality exposure protection. Most divers still don't get this though and struggle through winter cold and uncomfortable - or worse just don't dive!

Don't let the chill of winter keep you away from the best diving of the year. If you haven't already tried an undergarment then you've got to check this stuff out. Fourth Element gear even comes with a 100% money back guarantee if you are not completely satisfied. Plus, you can use this stuff not just for diving, but kayaking, in the snow, whatever you like!

Without question we are now NZ's premier dealer for Fourth Element and Sharkskin undergarments - you should see how much money we've spent on stock!!! And we all use it now so can give you the real deal on what works. Come in and get snuggly with Andrew, Grant or Anna (your choice).

Upcoming trips include:

Poor Knights liveaboard trips

These trips are awesome value for money. Over the course of the weekend we do up to 7 dives.

Don’t feel experienced enough? We have on hand experienced Divemasters s who will gladly buddy up and dive with you.

Technical and deep divers welcome, Nitrox and 02 available at Global Dive.

We will also be running a PADI Advanced Open Water course on this trip. This gives you free gear hire, free fills, free cylinder and dive computer use, 5 training dives including Deep, Night, Wreck, Navigation, project AWARE and two recreational dives. Most importantly you learn new skills which will enhance your diving and increase your awareness at depth.

All meals and accommodation are included in the price and yes we will be staying the night on the ocean, tucked away in one of many of the sheltered areas the Poor Knights has to offer in a luxury 53-foot catamaran called Pacific Hideaway.

Urupukapuka Island Diving Weekend – Bay of Islands

Over this weekend we will be doing 6 dives - Rainbow Warrior, Canterbury Wreck, Night Dive, Reef Dive. It is also a chance to do your Advanced Open Water course if you haven't already.

Price includes dives and 1 night shared accommodation. There will be a 8am pickup from Paihia Wharf on the Saturday morning (we suggest people drive up Friday Night). Car pooling may be available). We will probably stay in a backpackers Friday night so budget an extra $20 to $25.

We are operating a surveyed 8.5m rigid inflatable. There are hot drinks and snacks provided on the boat. There are hot showers available at the resort for after your dive, The Island has a licensed bar and restaurant, so you can purchase food, (lunch) from there if you want. Alternatively for dinner we can arrange the option of a BBQ pack – this consists of steak and sausages, 3 prepared salads, bread and condiments for you to cook at your own convenience for $25.00 per pack.

Global Dive Limited - 6/1 Westhaven Drive, Westhaven - Ph (09) 920 5200 - info@globaldive.net

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