3rs

To see more about the San Diego Council of Divers and the Rocks, Rips, & Reefs Program, please view the following video.

Also check out videos of previous 3Rs by clicking on the following links.

Sample video experience of Sunset Cliffs
And we also did the La Jolla Caves site and: Marine St. on Aug 8th

Host Clubs and Shops

3Rs events are hosted by Clubs and Shops to assist with the event, provide Safety Swimmers from their organization and provide refreshments. This year we would like to recognize and thank the following hosts: San Diego Dive Club, Beyond Land Adventures, Dive Animals Scuba Club, La Jolla Swim and Sport, La Jolla Cove Swim club, Ocean Enterprises, and Trident Divers.

2023 Schedule of Events

Boomer/La Jolla CoveSaturday, June 3, 2023 8:00am
1150 Coast Blvd. La Jolla 92037 (meet on the grass behind the restrooms) Host: San Diego Freedivers

Children\\'s Pool / South Casa Saturday June 17th, 2023 8:00am
Meet at 800 Coast Blvd. La Jolla 92037 Host: La Jolla Swim and Sport

North Bird Rock Saturday July 1, 2023 8:00am
Meet at 6000 Cam;ino De La Costa. La Jolla 92037 Top of the stairs Host: TBA

Goldfish Point (La Jolla Caves) Saturday July 15, 2023 8:00am
Meet at 1325 Coast Blvd. La Jolla 92037 (meet in the cave store parking area) Host: Dive Animals

Marine Street Saturday July 29, 2023 8:00am
Meet at 300 Marine Street, La Jolla 92037 Host: Beyond Land Adventures

Hospital Point Saturday August 12, 2023 8:00am
402 Coast Blvd., La Jolla 92037 Host: San Diego Dive Club

Shell Beach Saturday August 26, 2023 8:00am
1000 Coast Blvd. La Jolla 92037 Host: TBA

Sunset Cliffs Saturday, September 9th, 2023 8:00am
1250 block of Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego 92107
parking lot between Adair and Osprey Street) Host: TBA

At the 3Rs participants will learn to:

Identify underwater features by observing water movement and surf.
Take advantage of the ocean’s natural wave action to make being in the ocean more comfortable and make diving easier.
Spot safe places to enter and exit.
Avoid common hazards to divers and snorkelers and learn to resolve problems when they do occur.
Encounter rip and long shore currents and learn how to navigate them safely.
Use tides and current conditions to plan dives.

The 3Rs is free and open to the public. SCUBA certification is not required and experienced Snorkelers and Swimmers are welcome. Being a strong swimmer is advised. All events are on Saturdays and begin with registration and sign in at 8:00am followed by an orientation and safety briefing. The events last approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Participants must register and complete a libaility waiver form. Participants must complete a registration and sign liability waiver forms for the Council of Divers. Participants under 18 must have the waivers signed by a parent or legal guardian. For your convenience, these forms may be downloaded here to be filled out and brought to the event.

DOWNLOAD LIABILITY WAIVERS HERE

What to bring:
Bring a mask, fins, and snorkel. A full wetsuit and gloves are strongly recommended for warmth and protection. Weights are discouraged unless you are a strong swimmer or your wetsuit is extremely buoyant. Scuba gear (regulators, BCs, tanks, etc.) is not used during the 3Rs. Please check your gear before you arrive to be sure it is in good condition.

The events are provided for free and led by volunteers so donations are gladly accepted and are used only for the purposes of this program. See the donation link below if you would like to contribute to the program.