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, SD Freedivers, House of Scuba Dive Shop, Ocean Enterprises, San Diego Divers, Just Get Wet, La Jolla Watersports, and Trident Divers.

2024 Schedule of Events

Children's Pool / South CasaSaturday, June 1, 2024 8:00am
Meet at 800 Coast Blvd. La Jolla 92037

La Jolla Cove / Boomer BeachSaturday June 15, 2024 8:00am
Meet at 1150 Coast Blvd. La Jolla 92037

Marine StreetSaturday June 29, 2024 8:00am
Meet at 300 Marine Street, La Jolla 92037

Goldfish Point (La Jolla Caves) Saturday July 13, 2024 8:00am
Meet at 1325 Coast Blvd. La Jolla 92037 (meet in the cave store parking area)

North Bird RockSaturday July 27, 2024 8:00am
Meet at 6000 Camino de la Costa, La Jolla 92037

Hospital Point Saturday August 10, 2024 8:00am
400 Coast Blvd., La Jolla 92037

Shell Beach Saturday August 24, 2024 8:00am
1000 Coast Blvd. La Jolla 92037

Sunset Cliffs Saturday, September 7, 2024 8:00am
1250 block of Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego 92107
(parking lot between Adair and Osprey Street)

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 3 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.

MINOR PARTICIPATION POLICY (under the age of 18). For a minor to participate in the Rock, Rips and Reefs in-water portion, a parent or legal guardian must be present in the water with the minor. A minor may participate with a temporary guardian for the duration of the event. Parent or legal guardian must complete an additional consent form along with the standard signed liability waiver. This additional form, the Minor Child Assignment of Temporary Guardianship, may be obtained at the check-in table at the event.

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 number of participants may be limited on a "First come-First served" basis. Please come early.

The events are provided for free and led by volunteers and so are completely funded by your donations. A $20 donation is suggested and can be made at the event or can be made by clicking the Donation link on the main page.