Sunday's Club Dive at Robb Jetty

Sunday 2 April 2023

Twenty two keen divers met at Perth Scuba for the traditional sausage sizzle, equipment hire and brief. After which we all headed off to Robb Jetty for the mornings dive. After a little challenge trekking over the sand dune to the beach was great to hit the water. Vis turned out to be pretty great 10 -15m and every one had a great time exploring the site .

Divemaster Guy Benney

Bulk Jetty Club Dive

Sunday 26 March 2023

Thank you to everyone that came to the Perth Scuba club dive. We met at the shop for a barbecue breakfast then headed down to Bulk Jetty. The water was nice and flat with only a slight current, visibility was average with only about 1 to 2 meters for most of the dive with it getting worse at a depth of about 8 meters. There were crabs, nudibranch and seahorses seen resulting in some very happy divers.

written by Sean Stolk - PADI Divemaster

Why is night diving a fun and unique experience?

This week myself and Alison headed out to the Ammunition Jetty for a night dive together. I just love night diving with my camera and I don't get to do it near often enough. Night scuba diving can be an incredible and unique experience for a number of reasons. Here are just a few:

1. Different Creatures: At night, many different marine creatures that are not usually seen during the day come out of their hiding spots to feed and hunt. This can include octopus, decorator crabs, catfish and a variety of fish that are more active at night.
2. Different Colours: The colours of the underwater world are completely different at night. Many animals have bioluminescence, which means they emit their own light. The colours of some underwater creatures are completely different under torch and strobe lights, than under sunlight.
3. Peace and Quiet: Night diving is typically much quieter than diving during the day, since most boats and other watercraft are not operating at night. This can create a peaceful and tranquil experience that is very different from diving during the day.
4. Unique Perspective: Night diving can offer a different perspective on familiar dive sites. The underwater world can look completely different at night, and even sites that you have visited many times during the day can seem like completely new and exciting places to explore.
5. Adventure: Night diving can be an adventure in itself. The darkness and limited visibility can create an exhilarating experience that is unlike any other. With the right equipment and training, night diving can be a safe and thrilling way to explore the underwater world. 

If you haven't yet experienced night diving, then you're welcome to join us on our upcoming Advanced courses or our free Wednesday club night dives. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for upcoming club dive locations.

written by Joey Pool - PADI Assistant Instructor

Returning to Port Beach to find Weedy Seadragons

Wednesday 23 March 2023

As the sun set over perfect conditions our divers geared up for the return to Port Beach to find Weedy Seadragons.

After having to relocate our dive here a few weeks ago due to the beach being closed the divers enthusiasm was high.

It was another awesome turn out with 22 divers here to dive. As part of his training and practice in conducting a Club Dive I handed the reins over to Perth Scuba DMT Craig to give the site brief. Thanks to Craig for giving me a hand in keeping the crowd in check……

It was another great night to dive this site. Visibility was good and with the 7 knot wind and low swell it was almost a perfect night to dive.

Divers reported seeing the unicorn of the sea, the Weedy Seadragon, some for the first time. I love seeing the excitement on their faces when they come back to shore.

Rays and curious Port Jackson’s were a plenty, along with an assortment of other cool undersea critters.

Thank you again for everyone that came along and I hope to see you at the next club dive.

written by Phil McDonald | PADI Divemaster

Manta Club dive at Jervoise Bay – good visibility, warm water, and many soft corals and schooling fish

Sunday 19 March 2023

This Sunday morning was warm and sunny, and almost perfect. Great water conditions and a lot of marine life were seen at Jervoise Bay, near Woodmans Point, after a night of perfect easterly offshore wind of around 20  knots, which prepared the dive site for us in perfect condition. Underwater, there was near 4-6 meters of visibility. Some seahorses and cuttlefish were spotted by divers from our group, and many nice brain corals were seen. Near the tip of groyne, the same wonderful dendronyphtia soft coral is still flourishing, making a good landmark. 22 dive crew (many permanent, some part time, and some newly “recruited” into Manta Club) enjoyed the warm (23-24C) water while being surrounded by schools of various small fish. A sighting of a large fish, resembling a Samson fish from the description, was also reported. Also, plenty of catfish, morwongs, talmas, and small parrotfish. 

Divers of all different experience levels were present, and everybody enjoyed exploring this dive site. It was especially great to see new Manta Club members joining our Club today. Thanks everyone for coming to this Club dive! See you on next dives soon. 

Written by Mikhail – Perth Scuba PADI Instructor