Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor
The Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor by Women Divers Hall of Fame fund advanced training and certification for women and non-binary divers aiming to become dive instructors.
Funder: Women Divers Hall of Fame
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Application opens) | November 30, 2026 (Application deadline, 5:00 pm New York time)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 per grant (2 available) — typically split between dive training and dive gear; must be used within 18 months of award.
Summary: Supports women and non-binary divers in advancing their skills to become certified dive instructors.
Key Information: Applicants may only apply for one WDHOF grant or scholarship per cycle.
Description
The Advanced Dive Training Grants: Dive Instructor are offered by the Women Divers Hall of Fame (WDHOF) to support women and non-binary individuals seeking to progress from certified divers to fully qualified dive instructors. The program aims to foster leadership and expertise within the diving community by empowering recipients to attain professional-level instructor certification through funding for advanced dive training and necessary gear.
