Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Where do your members dive?

A: Mainly in the Puget Sound at locations such as Alki, Edmonds, Tacoma, etc. The club also participates in the yearly NABS summits held in various Caribbean islands each November.

Q: Where do you have club meetings and when do they occur?

A: We are currently meeting at the Douglas Truth Library in Seattle.  The Library is located on 23rd and Yesler in the Central District.  We start our meetings at 10am and have a club dive following the meeting.

Q:  What is there to see underwater?

A: PLENTY! The Puget Sound is nutrient rich and is known as having some of the best diving in the world.

Q: Who can join your club?

A: Membership is open to all certified divers and anyone interested in learning how to swim and scuba dive.   We welcome new faces and positive people!  If you would like a membership application, email us and we will send you one.  If you like, you can download a copy here on our website in either MS Word or Adobe formats:

STARS Member Application - MS Word format (may take a quick minute to open)

STARS Member Application - Adobe Acrobat format

Q:  How deep do you dive?

A: Diving depths vary based upon the site and what you are trying to see. The average depth is around 40-50 feet. Note that when you get an open water certification that allows you to dive to 60 feet. Once you move up into the advanced levels, you can go deeper but not more than 120 feet. To be honest, much marine life can be seen in 30-40 feet of water.

Q:  How long can you stay underwater?

A:  The time varies based upon several factors. However, a dive can last on average around 20-40 minutes.

Q:  How can I get started diving?

A: Any member of S.T.A.R.S would be glad to recommend a few reputable dive training locations and certification organizations to ensure a good beginning in the sport of scuba diving.