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We’re excited to have you join us at the Algin Sutton Pool for a fun and engaging training session! Whether you’re a student in training, a certified diver brushing up on skills, or a freediver building comfort in the water, our pool sessions are the perfect place to practice and grow.
Pool sessions are where the adventure begins! This is your chance to get hands-on with scuba or freediving in a safe, supportive environment before heading out to the ocean.
Here’s how the day usually flows:
Arrive and meet your instructors in the parking lot.
Set up your gear together and get a full briefing.
Get into your wetsuit and head into the pool.
Spend the morning practicing key skills—everything from buoyancy control to out-of-air drills—all at your own pace with instructor guidance.
Wrap up and change into dry clothes.
💡 If you’re an Open Water 2 student, you’ll have lunch and then meet at the shop at 1:30 PM for your knowledge review and exam session.
Freedivers – 9:00–11:45 AM
Bring your own freediving fins, mask, snorkel, and weights (available for purchase at our shop).
Scuba Students – 8:30 AM–12:00 PM
8:30 AM: Meet instructors in the parking lot
8:45 AM: Gear setup and briefing
9:45 AM: Wetsuit change, enter pool facility
10:00–11:45 AM: Pool training with your instructor
11:45 AM: Wrap-up and change into dry clothes
Fun Divers – 9:00–11:00 AM window
Water entry at 9:30 AM and exit by 11:30 AM
Facility cleared by 12:30 PM

During your confined water sessions, you’ll practice skills that prepare you for the ocean, including:
Basic Water Skills – swimming, snorkeling, weighting, surface skills
Scuba Skills – breathing underwater, regulator clearing & recovery, mask skills, buoyancy control
Buddy & Safety Skills – buddy checks, alternate air sharing, tired diver tow
Emergency Skills – out-of-air drills, emergency ascent practice, equipment removal/replacement
👉 Don’t worry if it looks like a lot—our instructors guide you step by step, and most students are surprised by how quickly the time flies!
Freelance instructors are welcome to join our pool sessions. Entry for instructors is free, but an entry fee per student must be purchased. Full credentials and insurance are required. Please call the shop in advance to set up.
Add-On: Pool sessions are part of the Open Water or Freediving course, not a standalone certification. Make sure you’ve purchased the course along with your pool session.
Gear Pick-Up: Divers must pick up all rental gear before the pool session at the shop starting Wednesday to Friday, between 10AM to 7PM.
Reminders: After purchasing, your spot is reserved and you’ll receive a reminder email a few days before your session with the address, hours, and details.
Parking: Free parking is available at Algin Sutton Pool. Follow the instructions in the email.
Flexibility: If you see a Saturday or Sunday without a pool session on our calendar, reach out—we may be able to add one for you.
We can’t wait to see you at Algin Sutton Pool and help you take the next step in your underwater journey! 💙
Build Skills. Gain Confidence. Get Comfortable in the Water.

Whether you’re brand new to scuba or already certified, our weekly pool sessions are the foundation of confident diving.
Held most Saturdays at Algin Sutton Pool in Los Angeles, these sessions are designed to give you structured, supported time in the water — without the pressure of the ocean.
No boat.
No swell.
Just focused skill-building in a calm environment.
✔️ New students beginning their Open Water course
✔️ Divers feeling nervous before their first ocean dive
✔️ Certified divers wanting to refresh their skills
✔️ Divers returning after time away
✔️ Anyone wanting extra buoyancy practice
You do not need to be enrolled in a course to join.
Every Saturday
8:00 AM – Noon
📍 Algin Sutton Pool
8800 S Hoover St, Los Angeles
(Exact parking instructions sent after booking.)
Each session is structured and instructor-led. Depending on your level, we focus on:
Mask clearing & recovery
Regulator recovery
Buoyancy control
Trim & body position
Controlled ascents & descents
Emergency procedures
Comfort & breath control
If you're a student, this prepares you directly for your ocean dives.
If you're certified, this sharpens your fundamentals.
The pool removes distractions so you can:
Slow down
Ask questions
Repeat skills
Build muscle memory
Gain real confidence
Many divers tell us their second pool session changes everything.
You’re not alone.
We specialize in working with anxious or hesitant divers. Extra pool time is always available before moving into ocean conditions.
There is no rush. There is no pressure.
You move forward when you’re ready.
Swimsuit
Towel
Water bottle
Personal mask, snorkel & fins
Rental gear is available — just stop by the shop at least a day prior.
Pool sessions are limited in size to ensure personal attention.
Let’s dive in—we’ll see you at the pool soon!
Your next adventure starts here! Gear up with our high-quality, well-maintained rental equipment tailored to meet your diving needs. Whether you're looking for a full package or just a few individual items, we've got you covered.
Choose the best option for your dive adventure:
Looking for specific gear? Select only what you need:
Gear up today and discover the magic of the underwater world. 🌊
Contact us for assistance or visit the shop to learn more!