Everyone loves diving or snorkeling over a vibrant coral reef. Far fewer people understand what they’re actually seeing, how reefs function, or how easily they can be damaged.
The PADI AWARE – Coral Reef Conservation course is designed to change that.
This is a discussion-based, non-diving course that helps you understand coral reef ecosystems in a practical, approachable way and shows you how to be a better diver, snorkeler, and ocean traveler without turning the experience into a lecture or a guilt trip.
This course can be completed either in person or online, making it one of the most flexible and accessible classes Dive With Frank offers.
This course is open to everyone.
You do not need to be a certified diver. There are no prerequisites, no age restrictions, and no water sessions required.
This experience is a great fit if you:
Dive or snorkel and want to better understand what you’re seeing
Care about ocean conservation but want realistic, practical guidance
Want to reduce your impact on reefs without killing the joy of diving
Prefer a relaxed, discussion-based learning environment
Are curious about coral reefs and want context, not just facts
Divers, non-divers, students, travelers, and ocean lovers are all welcome.
Through guided discussion and real-world examples, you’ll learn:
How coral reefs function and why they are so biologically complex
Why coral reefs are critical to ocean health and coastal communities
The major threats facing coral reefs today (and what’s actually causing them)
Simple, effective actions you can take to reduce your impact
How divers and water enthusiasts can be part of the solution
How PADI AWARE and Project AWARE connect individuals to real conservation efforts
The goal is not to overwhelm you. The goal is to help you leave with clarity, context, and confidence.
This course can be completed online or in person.
In-person sessions are taught privately or in small groups at a location arranged by Dive With Frank
Online sessions are conducted live and interactively (this is not a prerecorded webinar)
The delivery format is selected after booking and scheduled at a time that works for you.
Live, instructor-led session taught by Dive With Frank, offered online or in person and focused on real-world understanding.
Instruction led personally by Frank Lewis, PADI Instructor and founder of Dive With Frank.
Supplemental reference materials provided directly by Dive With Frank to support learning and discussion.
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This is a non-diving course. No water sessions or in-water activities are included or required.
No scuba or snorkeling equipment is required for this course.