Manx Lottery Trust has given a grant to the Isle of Man Sub-Aqua Club (IOMSAC) to support the training of the next generation of Manx scuba divers.
The funding will be used to purchase essential scuba diving equipment and to cover the costs of hiring a swimming pool for training sessions.
As the oldest scuba diving club on the Isle of Man, founded in 1959, IOMSAC boasts an active membership of divers who engage in weekly diving activities throughout the year.
Future Scuba Divers
Despite having qualified and experienced instructors, the club has faced challenges due to a lack of standardised training equipment in various sizes, which limits their ability to expand their training offerings.
With the support from Manx Lottery Trust, IOMSAC will acquire the necessary equipment to enhance its training capabilities.
The club plans to run pool sessions during the winter months and complete the training in the sea at Port Erin in the spring.
This approach will create a repeatable annual cycle for training new divers.
Young People
A key component of this initiative is to attract more young people into scuba diving.
The marine life and scuba diving around the Isle of Man is spectacular.
The funding will enable IOMSAC to offer free pool training to eight young people each winter for the next two years, providing an invaluable opportunity to experience and engage in the sport.
The Smaller Grants Programme is available for grants of between £300 and £2,500.
MLT aim to fund projects that address the issues, needs, and aspirations of local communities and people.
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