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Divers English
Lesson Syllabuses

What will I learn at Divers English?

 

At Divers English, we believe in providing flexible, tailored learning experiences. Our syllabuses are designed to enhance your communication skills in real-world diving scenarios. With a focus on practical language use, each syllabus can be customized to suit your specific needs.

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What to Expect:

Choose from one of our two detailed syllabuses:
A personalized, 12-month syllabus tailored to individual learners, covering diving communication, safety procedures, and customer service designed for dive shop employees, emphasizing teamwork and customer interaction.

 

Customize Your Learning:
At the start of your course, you’ll have the opportunity to choose the syllabus that best fits your goals. If needed, we’ll work together to make further adjustments so that your learning experience is truly personalized.

Ready to dive in? Explore your syllabus options and start learning today!

Syllabus 1

 

January
Introduction to Diving English

  • Week 1: Introductions & Personal Details

Focus: Using ‘be’

Example: "I am an instructor" / "He is a Course Director"

 

  • Week 2: Diving Site Orientation

Focus: Vocabulary – Diving site terms

Example: Terms related to the diving site (e.g., Entry and exits, terrain descriptions, Visibility)

 

  • Week 3: Underwater Communication

Focus: Speaking/Communication – Gestures and verbal communication underwater

Example: Practice using hand signals and underwater phrases (e.g., Stop, Ascend, Descend)

 

  • Week 4: Diving Safety

Focus: Grammar – Zero Conditional

Example: "If you run out of air, signal your buddy."

 

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February
Marine Life and Dive Planning

  • Week 1: Marine Life

Focus: Speaking/Descriptive Vocabulary

Example: "The shark swims quickly."

 

  • Week 2: Planning a Dive

Focus: Grammar – Sequencing language

Example: "First, we will check the equipment, then we will descend."

 

  • Week 3: Weather and Dive Conditions

Focus: Vocabulary – Talking about weather and sea conditions

Example: "It’s too windy to dive today."

 

  • Week 4: Dive Briefings

Focus: Listening and Speaking – Giving and following instructions

Example: Practicing briefings and safety instructions

 
 

March
Interactions and Dive Experiences

  • Week 1: Boat Dives

Focus: Grammar – Prepositions of place

Example: "The dive boat is anchored near the coral reef."

 

  • Week 2: Diving with Strangers

Focus: Speaking – Social language for meeting other divers

Example: Polite phrases and introductions with new dive buddies

 

  • Week 3: Emergency Procedures

Focus: Vocabulary/Functional Language – Emergency protocols

Example: Discussing emergency signs and protocols in case of an issue

 

  • Week 4: Post-Dive Discussions

Focus: Grammar – Past Tense

Example: "We saw a school of dolphins during the dive."

 

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April
Dive Shops and Regulations

  • Week 1: The Dive Shop

Focus: Speaking – Roleplay with dive shop customers

Example: Practicing interactions in a dive shop setting

 

  • Week 2: Diving Gear Maintenance

Focus: Vocabulary – Cleaning and storing equipment

Example: Describing the process for maintaining dive gear

 

  • Week 3: Diving Rules and Regulations

Focus: Grammar – Modal verbs for rules

Example: "You must have a buddy."

 

  • Week 4: Weather Forecasting

Focus: Grammar – Describing forecasts

Example: Using future tense to discuss upcoming weather conditions

 

 

May
Marine Ecosystems and Diving Certifications

  • Week 1: Marine Ecosystems

Focus: Speaking – Describing ecosystems and habitats

Example: "The reef is home to many fish species."

 

  • Week 2: Shore Diving

Focus: Vocabulary/Instructions – Directions for shore diving

Example: "Enter the water here, and follow the sandy path."

 

  • Week 3: Dive Certification Levels

Focus: Vocabulary/Functional Language – Certifications and qualifications

Example: Explaining the requirements for advanced certifications

 

  • Week 4: Dive Logs

Focus: Writing – Recording dive experiences

Example: Writing a detailed dive log entry

 

 

June
Environmental Awareness and Diving Techniques

  • Week 1: Environmental Issues

Focus: Vocabulary/Discussion – Environmental topics related to diving

Example: "Coral bleaching affects marine life."

 

  • Week 2: Diving Techniques

Focus: Grammar/Speaking – Techniques and procedures

Example: "You need to equalize often as you descend."

 

  • Week 3: Underwater Photography

Focus: Vocabulary – Cameras and photography equipment

Example: Describing camera settings and equipment use

 

  • Week 4: Marine Conservation

Focus: Grammar/Speaking – Discussing conservation efforts

Example: "We should protect the coral reefs."

 

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July
Specialized Diving Topics

  • Week 1: Deep Dives

Focus: Vocabulary – Depths and distances

Example: "We’ll dive to a depth of 30 meters."

 

  • Week 2: Cave and Wreck Diving

Focus: Vocabulary – Specialized terms

Example: "A wreck dive requires special training."

 

  • Week 3: Buddy System

Focus: Functional Language – Importance of a dive buddy

Example: "Always stay within sight of your buddy."

 

  • Week 4: Dive Precautions

Focus: Grammar – First Conditional

Example: "If your mask fills with water..."

 

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August
Navigation and Dive Sites

  • Week 1: Underwater Navigation

Focus: Vocabulary/Grammar – Directions and prepositions

Example: "Swim straight ahead, then turn left."

 

  • Week 2: Dive Site Descriptions

Focus: Descriptive Speaking – Describing dive sites

Example: "The reef is colorful and full of life."

 

  • Week 3: Dive Computers

Focus: Vocabulary/Functional Language – Dive computers and gauges

Example: Understanding readings on a dive computer

 

  • Week 4: Night Dives

Focus: Vocabulary/Speaking – Night diving techniques and safety

Example: Discussing the safety considerations for night dives

 

 

September
Health and First Aid for Divers

  • Week 1: Diving Health Risks

Focus: Vocabulary – Health conditions and risks

Example: "Barotrauma can occur during rapid ascent."

 

  • Week 2: Navigation Skills

Focus: Speaking/Functional Language – Navigation and dive planning

Example: "Plan your route carefully before diving."

 

  • Week 3: Decompression Stops

Focus: Grammar – Explaining decompression stops

Example: "A safety stop at 5 meters is recommended."

 

  • Week 4: First Aid for Divers

Focus: Vocabulary – Emergency first aid

Example: "Apply pressure to stop bleeding."

 

 

October
Diving with Different Skill Levels and Conditions

  • Week 1: Diving with Different Skill Levels

Focus: Functional Language – Managing divers of various experience levels

Example: "New divers should stay close to the instructor."

 

  • Week 2: Marine Animal Identification

Focus: Vocabulary – Identifying marine animals

Example: "A nudibranch is a colorful, soft-bodied mollusk."

 

  • Week 3: Communicating Underwater

Focus: Communication – Non-verbal communication techniques

Example: Practicing hand signals and body language

 

  • Week 4: Diving in Different Water Conditions

Focus: Vocabulary – Describing water conditions

Example: "The visibility today is about 15 meters."

 

 

November
Problem Solving and Equipment Maintenance

  • Week 1: Dive Planning

Focus: Grammar – Sequencing steps in dive planning

Example: "First, we check our equipment..."

 

  • Week 2: Diving in Currents

Focus: Vocabulary – Diving in strong currents

Example: "You’ll need to adjust your buoyancy in currents."

 

  • Week 3: Problem Solving Underwater

Focus: Speaking – Resolving issues during a dive

Example: "If your mask floods, clear it by exhaling through your nose."

 

  • Week 4: Dive Equipment Troubleshooting

Focus: Functional Language – Equipment issues and solutions

Example: Discussing common equipment malfunctions

 

 

December
Safety, Certifications, and Review

  • Week 1: Diving Safety and Regulations

Focus: Grammar – Modal verbs for rules and safety

Example: "You must not ascend too quickly."

 

  • Week 2: Dive Certification Requirements

Focus: Vocabulary/Functional Language – Certification processes

Example: Understanding the requirements for advanced certifications

 

  • Week 3: Diving with Confidence

Focus: Speaking – Confidence-building and reassurance phrases

Example: "You’re doing great; just remember to stay calm."

 

  • Week 4: Final Review and Feedback

Focus: Speaking/Feedback – Reviewing key lessons and setting future goals

Example: Discussing progress and areas for improvement

 

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Syllabus 2

 

January

Introduction to Diving English

  • Week 1: The Dive
    Focus: Modals of Deduction
    Example: "We might see a sea turtle. There can't be any sharks in these waters."

 

  • Week 2: Diving Equipment
    Focus: Vocabulary Building
    Example: Terms related to gear (e.g., regulator, BCD, wetsuit).

 

  • Week 3: Safety Procedures
    Focus: Imperatives and Instructions
    Example: "Always check your equipment before diving."

 

  • Week 4: Seasonal Marine Life Changes
    Focus: Descriptive Language
    Example: Describing species’ behavior or appearance changes through different seasons.

 

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February

Communication Underwater

  • Week 1: Hand Signals
    Focus: Phrasal Verbs
    Example: "Signal to ascend," "signal to descend."

 

  • Week 2: Emergency Situations
    Focus: Conditional Sentences
    Example: "If you encounter a problem, signal immediately."

 

  • Week 3: Dive Planning
    Focus: Future Tense
    Example: "We will plan our dive for tomorrow."

 

  • Week 4: Team Coordination
    Focus: Modal Verbs for Obligation
    Example: "You must stay close to your buddy."

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March

Enhancing Conversational Skills

  • Week 1: Introducing Yourself
    Focus: Present Simple and Continuous
    Example: "I am an instructor," "I'm diving over the weekend."

 

  • Week 2: Describing Dive Sites
    Focus: Adjectives and Adverbs
    Example: "The coral reef is vibrant and full of life."

 

  • Week 3: Sharing Experiences
    Focus: Past Tenses
    Example: "Last month, I saw a manta ray."

 

  • Week 4: Asking for Clarification
    Focus: Question Forms
    Example: "Can you repeat that?" "What do you mean by that?"

 

 

April

Diving Tourism and Customer Service

  • Week 1: Welcoming Customers
    Focus: Polite Expressions
    Example: "Welcome to our dive shop," "How can I assist you today?"

 

  • Week 2: Explaining Dive Packages
    Focus: Comparative and Superlative Forms
    Example: "This package is more comprehensive than the basic one."

 

  • Week 3: Handling Complaints
    Focus: Expressing Opinions and Apologies
    Example: "I'm sorry to hear that," "We appreciate your feedback."

 

  • Week 4: Providing Recommendations
    Focus: Giving Advice
    Example: "I recommend diving at this spot for the best experience."

 

 

May

Advanced Diving Vocabulary

  • Week 1: Underwater Navigation
    Focus: Technical Terms
    Example: "Use a compass for accurate navigation."

 

  • Week 2: Dive Computers and Gadgets
    Focus: Present Perfect Tense
    Example: "We have upgraded our dive computers."

 

  • Week 3: Marine Conservation
    Focus: Passive Voice
    Example: "The coral reefs are being protected by local initiatives."

 

  • Week 4: Deep Diving Techniques
    Focus: Gerunds and Infinitives
    Example: "Learning to manage your buoyancy is essential."

 

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June

Practical Communication Scenarios

  • Week 1: Booking a Dive Trip
    Focus: Future Continuous
    Example: "We will be diving at the Great Barrier Reef next month."

 

  • Week 2: Pre-Dive Briefings
    Focus: Sequence Connectors
    Example: "First, we will check your equipment. Then, we will review safety procedures."

 

  • Week 3: Post-Dive Discussions
    Focus: Present Perfect Continuous
    Example: "We have been exploring the shipwreck all morning."

 

  • Week 4: Cultural Exchange
    Focus: Comparative Structures
    Example: "Japanese diving practices are more polite than foreign ones."

 

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July

Specialized Diving Topics

  • Week 1: Night Diving
    Focus: Describing Sensations
    Example: "The underwater world looks different at night."

 

  • Week 2: Wreck Diving
    Focus: Relative Clauses
    Example: "The shipwreck, which sank in 1920, is a popular dive site."

 

  • Week 3: Photography Underwater
    Focus: Imperatives and Requests
    Example: "Please ensure your camera is on the correct settings before the dive."

 

  • Week 4: Technical Diving
    Focus: Complex Sentences
    Example: "Although technical diving requires more training, it offers unique experiences."

 

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August

Enhancing Listening and Comprehension

  • Week 1: Understanding Dive Briefings
    Focus: Listening for Detail
    Example: Practice listening to recorded briefings and answering questions.

 

  • Week 2: Following Instructions
    Focus: Imperatives and Commands
    Example: "Ascend slowly," "Check your air supply."

 

  • Week 3: Dive Logs and Reports
    Focus: Reported Speech
    Example: "The instructor said that the current was strong today."

 

  • Week 4: Interactive Listening Exercises
    Focus: Identifying Key Information
    Example: Listening to dialogues and extracting essential points.

 

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September

Building Confidence in Speaking

  • Week 1: Role-Playing Scenarios
    Focus: Interactive Speaking
    Example: Simulating customer interactions and dive planning.

 

  • Week 2: Public Speaking Basics
    Focus: Structuring Speeches
    Example: Presenting a dive site to a group of divers.

 

  • Week 3: Expressing Opinions
    Focus: Opinion Phrases
    Example: "I believe this dive site offers the best visibility."

 

  • Week 4: Storytelling Techniques
    Focus: Narrative Tenses
    Example: Sharing memorable diving experiences.

 

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October

Grammar and Syntax for Effective Communication

  • Week 1: Conditional Sentences in Diving Contexts
    Focus: First, Second, and Third Conditionals
    Example: "If you see a jellyfish, notify the instructor."

 

  • Week 2: Sea Creatures
    Focus: Vocabulary
    Example: Learn about a variety of creatures from Japanese oceans.

 

  • Week 3: Modal Verbs for Permission and Obligation
    Focus: Using Can, Could, Must, Have to
    Example: "You must complete the safety check before diving."

 

  • Week 4: Passive Structures in Reports
    Focus: Passive Voice Usage
    Example: "Safety protocols are followed by all divers."

 

 

November

Expanding Vocabulary and Usage

  • Week 1: Advanced Marine Life Vocabulary
    Focus: Specific Terminology
    Example: Names and descriptions of less common marine species.

 

  • Week 2: Describing Underwater Environments
    Focus: Sensory Language
    Example: "The water is crystal clear, allowing excellent visibility."

 

  • Week 3: Technical Terms in Dive Operations
    Focus: Industry-Specific Language
    Example: "Decompression stops are essential to prevent bends."

 

  • Week 4: Idiomatic Expressions Related to Diving
    Focus: Understanding and Using Idioms
    Example: "Take the plunge," "Dive into something."

 

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December

Review and Advanced Application

  • Week 1: Comprehensive Review of Key Topics
    Focus: Recap and Reinforcement
    Example: Reviewing vocabulary, grammar, and key phrases learned throughout the year.

 

  • Week 2: Advanced Communication Techniques
    Focus: Negotiation and Persuasion
    Example: Handling difficult customer requests or promoting dive packages.

 

  • Week 3: Preparing for Real-World Interactions
    Focus: Practical Application
    Example: Simulating full dive operations from booking to post-dive feedback.

 

  • Week 4: Goal Setting and Future Learning
    Focus: Planning and Motivation
    Example: Setting personal language goals and discussing strategies for continued improvement.

 

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