Beginner Scuba Diving Lessons In Edmonton Alberta

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The way the world learns to dive

Scuba Training From Beginner to Advanced Levels.

 With PADI Master Instructor and Course Director  Larry Wedgewood

With my program I offer an Ideal Premium Training and Diving Experience. 

Tailored private or semi-private sessions, (which I call micro-teaching) provides my diving clients with an outstanding environment to develop scuba skills at their own pace, ensuring comfort and confidence every step of the way.

My students have told me the personalized scuba training approach that I provide, greatly increased their learning retention, maximized scuba development, self-assurance and was a lot of FUN!

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Michele Sealey Interviews Larry Wedgewood

Michele Sealey, influencer and podcaster with Amazing Places Podcast, tracks down Larry Wedgewood, scuba diving on Vancouver Island.  Listen to what they talked about below.

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andres dorado
andres dorado
2024-05-04
Just finished all of my confined dives with Larry and a friend of mine! It has been a stellar experience so far. Larry always makes sure we feel safe and comfortable with every skill we learned, and his small class sizes lend themselves to a more individualized instructional experience every time. He really puts care and focuses on you and ensures you are having the best possible experience in and out of the water. Larry also has great stories and is always eager to share more! I’m excited to continue working with him and the wealth of knowledge he has to offer.
Dave and Patti McC-Sim
Dave and Patti McC-Sim
2024-02-05
Just finished my last pool session with Larry today, he is an incredible teacher with a ton of knowledge and experience. Unlike bigger dive outfits, Larry keeps his groups small so he can spend more one-on-one time with his students; my class had just one other person which was absolutely awesome. His training and knowledge was so incredible i honestly feel that I am more than prepared to start diving safely plus help others to act safely when I go diving, thanks Larry you're the man!
Steven Tchir
Steven Tchir
2024-01-07
My wife took the open water course with Larry, and he graciously allowed me to audit the course in place of a refresher, as I had not dived in a few years and only had a few dives under my belt. I can't say enough good things about Larry's level of instruction, patience and attention to detail. The fact that he is a world class instructor became clear to us once we were travelling as we received many compliments on our buoyancy, safety procedures, and overall knowledge - the important things other divers around us weren't practicing or simply weren't taught. Our excitement was so high that after the open water with Larry we immediately went on to do our advanced open water, and my wife received compliments from the instructor that she was diving like she had 40+ dives logged. Larry is one of only a few hundred course instructors world wide - when we told dive masters we were taught by someone of his status they could hardly believe it. We're lucky to have an instructor of his pedigree in Edmonton. Forget the big dive shops, Larry is the must-have instructor for anyone in the area.
Courtney Rose
Courtney Rose
2024-01-07
Update!!! We have dived 800+ minutes underwater since being taught by Larry in the last couple of months around the world. We always follow his practices and we actually caught and corrected some dangerous situations that dive masters missed due to the safety that Larry drilled into our training. He is a course director which is the highest level of PADI you can get. There is NO ONE else that has provided his type of instruction and training. It’s become an addiction and we went on to do our advanced course. We can’t get enough. THANK YOU!!! Larry was so knowledgeable and really helped me feel comfortable/safe diving. I was quite nervous until my first class but his knowledge provides confidence. He also has quite a sense of humour and makes for a great class. He only teaches small groups so he can be incredibly attentive. Highly recommend!
Marc Britten
Marc Britten
2023-12-28
Larry does an excellent job of making sure you understand what your doing and teaches it in a way that’s easy to comprehend. The small class size ensures you get a lot of individual attention and are comfortable with what you’re doing. I’d recommend anyone looking to try scuba diving to work with Larry!
Pamela mejia
Pamela mejia
2023-11-27
Larry is so awesome!! If you want to learn how to scuba dive and also have the best time doing it you should definitely consider Larry as your instructor! I am so happy with my decision and you will be too.
Kurtis Letwin
Kurtis Letwin
2023-11-08
Larry is a fantastic instructor. The small group size for lessons allows for a student to learn the skills required and Larry does not move on until he is sure you have grasped what you need to know. I would highly recommend Larry if you are wanting to learn how to scuba dive.
Kristy Smith
Kristy Smith
2023-11-02
I HIGHLY Recommend Larry as a scuba diving instructor!! Not only has he been diving personally for over 30 years, but he is very knowledgeable, kind and extremely patient with students who are just starting out!! He helps you feel at ease with each process and will only move on if you are comfortable with what you have learned. As an older first time scuba diving student, I believe one on one coaching from Larry was way better for me than in a group setting. I just needed that extra reassurance, time and patience, which is exactly what I got from him. Hands down 5 Stars
Tara Johnson
Tara Johnson
2023-08-17
Had my first Discover Scuba lesson with Larry Wedgewood last week and had the best time! I was really nervous going in, but Larry was great at keeping me calm and comfortable for the entire experience. The one on one training was so beneficial, I can’t wait to learn more from him!
Dominic Carney
Dominic Carney
2023-01-12
I did my PADI open water scuba certification with Larry in anticipation of a trip to the Caribbean. I highly recommend him. Larry is a personable, expert, thoughtful, engaged, patient, and highly professional instructor and will delight you with tales of working in all parts of the the diving industry. Under his guidance I felt my skills, confidence, and fluency in the water grew quickly and I always felt safe and prepared for the next stage of my training. The training is amazing fun and Larry spent most of our time just getting me used to how things work underwater and practicing my buoyancy control and trim. Although we handily completed all the skills and theory needed for certification, we spent most of the time practicing how to actually dive. A session in the pool clumsily throwing a Nerf style underwater torpedo back and forth while keeping your balance is an investment that pays off! We did our pool dives at Grant MacEwan pool and our open water dives at Twin lake. Even in an Albertan lake in late October I felt warm and comfortable in a thick neoprene wetsuit. When the trip to the Caribbean came we had an amazing time. I felt safe, confident, relaxed and could really enjoy the experience. Now we are just so excited for the next time! If you were thinking of taking diving lessons and are looking for a great teacher with a personal touch you're on the right track with Larry.

Learning to scuba dive is exhilarating!

Learning to scuba dive is an exhilarating, epic journey into the aquatic environment of oceans, lakes and even rivers, but it can also be a bit daunting for many beginners, which is why I utilize my micro-teaching approach.  

I will take you on a fun filled journey through the learning process, from knowledge development, through pool diving at Grant MacEwan University Sports and Wellness Centre, to open water dives locally in Alberta, or abroad in a tropical destination like Belize. 

As well I offer referral documentation to complete your open water dives around the world if you already have plans. 

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Learn to dive in Edmonton Alberta

Scuba Diving Lessons In Edmonton

I will be your personal scuba instructor

Before you start your dive travel adventures to any number of fantastic tropical destinations, why don't you save time and money by starting your scuba training right here, at home in Edmonton. 

Complete your knowledge and pool training on your own schedule with personalized attention, and ample time to develop skills, practice diving, get comfortable and be confident. 

Once you have completed your knowledge and pool training you will be ready to do your 4 open water dives. I will issue you your referral documentation for you to complete your open water dives abroad, and achieve your PADI Open Water Certification. (or join me on one of my dive trips or local excursions)

Start your adventure TODAY by learning to scuba dive in Edmonton.

What People Say About Learning to Dive with Me

Larry Is Such a Great Teacher

I love it, I think about it often. Larry is so supportive and patient, he is the best. 

Carolin Gaebel

Business Administrator

Awesome, It was epic!

Breathing underwater was fun, you feel weightless like an astronaut in space.

Ryan Hickman

Energy Consultant / Entrepreneur

Absolute Fantastic Instructor

"Larry put me at ease and explained everthing wonderfully" 

Sarah Ndegwa

Healthcare Research Consultant

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Phenomenal Experience

"Larry's a great teacher, he really knows his stuff and he's very patient

Nick Cross 

Paralegal / Legal Assistant

It was a GREAT Experience

"I felt very comfortable under Larry's care and support" 

Dr. Dominic Carney

Intensive Care Doctor

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It was Awesome!

"Super fun, super calm, Larry is a great instructor" 

Tara Johnson

Massage Therapist 

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scuba diving student

Larry is a Great Instructor, he really knows his stuff

My mom and I took a semi-private scuba class, and it was really cool learning how to dive. Larry's attention to detail really helped me, but especially my mom, who was a bit nervous.  

Logan Gaebel

High School Student

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You truly will not find a more passionate instructor.

"Larry’s upbeat energy was great to be around and we really appreciated his absolute focus on our safety".

Prisana Nuechterlein

Freelance Writer & Entrepreneur

Dr. Monty Nelson Ph.D

Your time, approach, and efforts was greatly appreciated.

"My daughter had such a nice time. It went far beyond my expectations".

Dr. Monty Nelson PhD

Registered Psychologist

What Other People Are Saying

"You would be the only person I would take training with Larry! Trust you with my life

 - Carola Mann

Retired banker

"I want to get into the water, and I'm not diving with anyone but you!

 - Michelle Sealey

Social media manager & Podcaster

Meet Your Instructor

Hi, I'm Larry Wedgewood 

"Let me Take You Diving!"

Take your scuba diving lessons in Edmonton, from the dive industry's highest level Scuba Diving Instructor with decades of experience and thousands of dives from all over the world, who is focused on individualized service, safety, diver education, and skill development, integrated into a fun, positive experience.


I began my scuba diving career in 1987 when I took my PADI Open Water Course in Victoria BC.  At that time I didn't know that Scuba Diving would change the course of my life and lead me on to a professional career as a scuba diving instructor, dive shop owner, and an extraordinary life of love, travel and adventure that I couldn't have imagined.

Larry Wedgewood Scuba instructor

PADI Master Instructor & 

Course Director

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