Advanced Dive Training Grant – Technical (Women Only)
Supports women divers pursuing advanced technical diving training leading to TDI certification in specialties like mixed gas, rebreather, or cave diving.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: October 31, 2026: Full application and letters of recommendation submission deadline for the 2027 WDHOF Scholarships and Training Grants
Funding Amounts: $1,000 grant; typically $500 for training, $500 for dive gear (may request full $1,000 for training); one grant awarded
Summary: Supports women divers seeking advanced technical dive training (e.g., mixed gas, rebreather, cave diving) culminating in TDI certification.
Key Information: Application requires two letters of recommendation submitted by the deadline; grant must be used within 18 months of award.
Description
This grant supports women divers who wish to pursue advanced dive training specifically for technical diving beyond the open water diver level. Training may cover areas such as mixed gas diving, rebreather diving, cave diving, or other technical diving specialties. The funded training must culminate in a certification from Technical Diving International (TDI). The purpose is to empower and assist women in achieving higher levels of technical dive expertise and to increase representation of women in technical diving fields.
