UPSAC, University of Portsmouth Sub Aqua Club, Scuba Diving

Who we are

About UPSAC

Welcome to the University of Portsmouth Sub-Aqua Club (UPSAC)! We’re not just any club; we’re a vibrant University Society and a proud branch of the British Sub Aqua Club (BSAC).

A diver exploring a British reef — No experience needed to start — this is where the training takes you.

Here’s what we offer:

TrainingNew to diving? No worries — we provide in-house training to get you started.
Dive tripsJoin us for some epic dive adventures and explore the underwater world.
Social eventsWe host awesome socials that are perfect for meeting new friends and having fun.
FriendshipsDiving attracts a diverse, fun crowd and creates life long friendships.

If you’re already a qualified diver from any recognised training organisation, you’re totally welcome here! Just show us your logbook and qualifications, and you’re good to go.

Diving is an experience like no other. Many members who wait to join until their second or third year often say they wish they had jumped in sooner. With a fantastic community both in and out of the water, UPSAC is the perfect way to enhance your university experience and make lasting memories.

Ready to dive in? Come chat with us, and let’s get you started on this incredible journey! Check out our social media for more photos and updates on club activities.

UPSAC Calendar

The club year

Key dates

Everything coming up, in order. The next event is marked in orange, and anything that has already been and gone dims itself — so this list is always up to date.

Every Tuesday, 8:30pm Weekly

Club nights

Brass Monkey

Drop in for the weekly club night, plan dives and catch up with friends.
Look for people in UPSAC shark tops, say hello and ask if you have questions.
Tuesday 22 Sep 26, 7:15pm for 7:30pm

Club intro lecture

St Michael's Building, Rm 1.01

Learn about the club; costs, training, diving trips, socials, next steps … how it all works!

This lecture is really useful if you are joining or trying to decide.

If you missed this, please come and find us on Tuesdays or message us.
Tuesday 22 & Wednesday 23 Sep 26

Signup for the Ocean Diver Course
- Our spaces are limited to 32 trainees
- Fill out the Google form below
- This will stay live until 22:00 23rd September 2026
- 32 names will then randomly be selected
- Selected people will be notified
- £293.20 fee due by Thursday 1st October: NOTE: This is not the entire cost. Ensure you know the full committment before signing up.
- Spaces will be reopened and offered to the next person if fees not paid
Signup form www.upsac.co.uk/oceandiver
Thursday 29 Oct 26

Halloween pub crawl

Best pub crawl of the year!
Saturday 7 Nov 26

Bonfire beach party

Bonfire, fireworks and swimming (if you are a nutter).
Saturday 5 Dec 26

Christmas party

The club’s Christmas get-together.
Date to be announced Date TBA

End of year party

Awards, meal, dancing, smart dress.

Divers welcome

Already qualified?

We welcome qualified divers from any recognised training organisation — a diver is a diver to us. All you need to do is present your log book and qualification.

Existing BSAC divers are able to further progress their training in-house. Speak to Josh Tuff (Advanced Training Officer).

Please come and talk to us so that we can discuss the next steps to get you in the water with us! See Lee Hird (Diving Officer) if you wish to discuss your diving qualifications or diving in general.

Training Officer and Try Dives

Missy Smith

Booking a diving experience in the pool, and organising your training.
Advanced Training Officer

Josh Tuff

In-house progression for existing BSAC divers.
Diving Officer

Lee Hird

Qualifications, medical questions and diving in general.