Diveheart Weekly Update: Adaptive Scuba, Community, and Possibility

Adaptive scuba continues to bring people together around the world, and Diveheart is helping that growth through training, partnerships, and shared experiences. This week, learn how you can help expand adaptive scuba in your area, connect with us at the upcoming DEMA Show in New Orleans, and explore Pool Buddy Training coming to the Chicago area October 23–25. There are plenty of ways to get involved!

One Global Community, Connected Through Adaptive Scuba

From Utah, Florida, California, and Illinois to Hawaii and Malaysia, Diveheart is helping bring people together through adaptive scuba. Across these communities, divers, buddies, instructors, volunteers, and families are building connections and creating opportunities for people of all abilities to experience the underwater world.

Want to bring adaptive scuba to your area? Visit diveheart.org to learn more about our training programs, or contact training@diveheart.org to explore how you can get involved.

Together, we’re building a global community where everyone can discover what’s possible underwater.

Meet Diveheart at DEMA 2026 | Booth 1023

We’re heading to New Orleans for DEMA, November 3–6, and we’d love to see you there!

Stop by Booth 1023 to say hello, reconnect with friends, and discover more about adaptive scuba. Learn how Diveheart has spent the past 25 years providing life-changing scuba experiences for people with disabilities while helping expand the adaptive scuba industry worldwide.

We’re proud of how far we’ve come and excited about what’s ahead. Come hear about our vision for the next 25 years and how we can continue growing adaptive scuba together.

Whether you’re a longtime Diveheart friend or just discovering our mission, we look forward to meeting you!

Chicago-Area Adaptive Dive Buddy Pool Training | October 23–25

Want to get involved in adaptive scuba? Join us in the Chicago area for three days of Pool Buddy Training and learn how to safely and confidently support adaptive divers in a pool setting.

For those who choose to continue their training, an open-water component is also available as a next step toward Adaptive Dive Buddy certification.

Dates: October 23-25

Cost: $500

For more information or to register, contact Jim Elliott at Jim.Elliott@diveheart.org.

Upcoming Events

Diveheart Scuba Experiences

Oct 17 | Racine, WI

Adaptive Divers | Volunteers

Oct 25 | Oaklawn, IL

Adaptive Divers | Volunteers

Trade Shows

DEMA | Nov 3-6

Diveheart Adventure Trips

Cozumel | Dec 5-12

Special Fundraisers

See each fundraiser page for entry and redemption details. Questions: info@diveheart.org

Rise to the Challenge | Gift with Donation

Donate $100 in support of Diveheart Military Wounded programs and receive a limited edition DMW challenge coin!

Swag Gift with Donation | Give a Little. Get a Little. Make a Difference.

Support Diveheart's mission and receive a Diveheart swag gift with your donation! Visit our website to see the current selection of gifts and their donation amounts. Shipping and handling fees are additional.

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