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NABS
Youth Committee
What
is the NABS Youth Committee?
It’s a national organization that strives to promote a sense of
pride and camaraderie among our youth by challenging them through
involvement in aquatic activities and the marine environment.
The Committee focuses on producing successful, confident young
leaders who will have a strong impact on their communities and chosen
professions.
How
does it work?
Throughout the year, the program organizes dive-related activities
that stress an interest in the marine sciences.
Because it’s a national program, the youth interact and build
relationships with a variety of other youths within their age group who
have similar interests. In
the past, the activities have included dive training and youth summits.
How old do I have to be to
participate?
The program is open to youth, ages 11-18.
Participants generally demonstrate an above-average level of
maturity and decision-making skills.
Is it safe?
Absolutely, the students are taught the skills of SCUBA diving by
certified PADI instructors, most of which have had many years of diving
and teaching experience.
Will I be able
to SCUBA dive after this program?
Youth who successfully complete the dive training course can expect to
obtain any of the following
PADI certifications:
- Junior
Open Water Diver
- Junior
Advanced Open Water Diver
- Junior
Rescue Diver
What is PADI?
Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) is
the world’s largest recreational diving membership organization. PADI
Professionals make underwater exploration and adventure accessible to the
public while maintaining the highest industry standards for dive training,
safety and customer service.
How do I sign
up?
Just contact a local
representative for more information.
Committee Chairman
Ken Stewart
615 321 3060
Email
kennstewart@clearwire.net
North Region: Kamau Sadaki
Email
ksadiki@gmail.com
South: Lorraine
Stallworth
Email
sadhara@aol.com
Midwest: Dr Anita Moncrease
amoncrease28@comcast.net
West: Tina Houston
Email
Dyvingluvly@sbcglobal.net
IT/Communications: Charles Jolley
Email
CJolleywone@yahoo.com
Initiatives: Ernie Franklin
Email
frankea2@comcast.net
Fundraising: Jay Haigler
Email jvista@aol.com
YOUTH
COMMITTEE MISSION STATEMENT
To develop a sense of camaraderie, pride, awareness and enjoyment among
our youth for the challenges and opportunities they will experience by an
involvement in aquatic activities and the marine environment.
YOUTH
COMMITTEE VISION STATEMENT
The NABS youth initiative produces successful, confident young leaders who
have a strong impact on their communities and their chosen professions.
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