Our Vision
A world empowered to conquer challenges one dive at a time.
501(c)(3) Non-ProfitAll challenges
All challenges
can be conquered
one dive at a time
We empower youth, veterans and people with disabilities through therapeutic diving and adventure.
Our Mission
Imagination. Vision. Empowerment.
To provide students with a diving experience that helps them develop imagination, vision and empowerment so they can conquer life's challenges and turn scuba diving into a lifelong adventure. We do this by helping students learn the basics of scuba diving and striving to expand their awareness of the world.
Who We Serve
Y DIVE focuses on individuals from low-income and impoverished neighborhoods and those with special needs.
How We Operate
We are funded by the generosity of donors, and we also receive sponsorships from private institutions, schools, and government agencies.
Programs
Your adventure starts here
Scuba Discovery
Join Scuba Discovery! If you are ready to try scuba diving, but aren't quite ready to take the certification course — then Scuba Discovery is for you.
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Become a Certified Scuba Diver
Open Water Scuba Diver 3-Day Course. Excitement and adventure begin with you learning to scuba dive with Y DIVE. Make your fantasy come true; explore the blue.
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Bonaire Dive Trip
Countdown to Bonaire! Your adventure starts here. #BucketList — Contact Gardner Robinson, phone/text (917) 664-3925.
Read MoreBenefits of Being a Certified Scuba Diver
Health & Wellness
- Mental and physical therapy
- Helps with insomnia
- Aides in coping with anxiety and depression
Career Opportunities
Certified divers have a variety of employment opportunities including Navy diver, marine biologist, underwater welder, commercial diver, scuba instructor, dive master, and underwater photographer.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers don't necessarily have the time — but they certainly have the heart
Y DIVE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit driven by the generosity of passionate, hardworking volunteers. Tried and true, SCUBA therapy works. With the help of caring individuals like yourself, Y DIVE continues to grow, and so does our reach and influence. If you're passionate about our cause, consider yourself family — but before you do, why not fill out a volunteer application. Making the world a better place isn't easy and we could use your help both in and out of the water.
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Give
The generosity of people like you helps Y DIVE grow and meet the needs of more students who otherwise would not be able to afford instruction.
You can make a difference!
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