Kids Scuba Dive Academy

Kids Scuba Dive Academy

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Kids Scuba Dive Academy
PADI 5star Dive Centre
PADI Youth Training centre
PADI Adaptive Facility

Kids Scuba™ is a PADI 5 Star and Diveheart 5 Star Youth Diver Education Award Dive Center S-22510 in the near vicinity of Kuala Lumpur. We started in 2004 we Now operate out PADI Dive centre at Kids Scuba Dive Academy at Petaling Jaya, Selangor. We conduct PADI Swim School Swimming and Scuba diving training from 10am-12pm and 2pm-5pm Daily. We conduct PADI scuba courses for Kids , Teens, Adults an

20/03/2026

Asalamualaikum wbt,
To our Dear students and Friends ,
Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitri from Kids Scuba & Diveheart Malaysia.

Alhamdullilah, As the blessed month of Ramadan comes to a close, we extend our heartfelt Eid Mubarak greetings to everyone.

During these times, we hope that you and your loved ones travel safe for
your Celebration Holidays.
We are confident in the strength and we remain grateful to be part of such Adaptive environment.
We would also like to express our sincere appreciation for your continued trust and confidence in our Training and Adaptive Programs.
Your support inspires us to remain committed to delivering excellence and standing by you as your Trainers with PADI/Diveheart Adaptive Courses in Malaysia for Asia.
May this Eid bring you and your family peace, happiness, good health, and prosperity, and may your celebrations be filled with warmth and togetherness.
From all of us at Kids Scuba & Diveheart Malaysia,
We wish everyone a joyful Eid Al-Fitr.
Best Wishes,

Hj. Syed Abd Rahman
Founder Kids Scuba Malaysia
Diveheart Malaysia Ambassador

17/03/2026

𝗦𝘆𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗯𝗱 𝗥𝗮𝗵𝗺𝗮𝗻 (𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗮) 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗫 𝗕𝗶𝗴 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

Founder of Kids Scuba Malaysia and Diveheart Malaysia Ambassador, Syed Abd Rahman is an advocate for ocean education, inclusion, and marine conservation.

Catch him live at ADEX Big Blue Legacy during Singapore Ocean Week as he shares insights on empowering the next generation through diving and ocean stewardship.

📍 Suntec, Singapore
📅 April 10–12, 2026

Get your tickets on: https://www.adex.asia/adex-big-blue-legacy-singapore-ocean-week-2026-singapore/

Join us in shaping a sustainable ocean future.

17/03/2026

Aisy Aminuddin is an 11-year-old boy born with spina bifida ♿(myelomeningocele) complicated by hydrocephalus, neurogenic bowel and bladder, and Chiari malformation type II. Despite his challenges, Aisy is known for his playful charm and bright personality. He is full of curiosity and always eager to try new things!
In October 2025, Aish became a PADI Adaptive Diver in Perhentian island assisted by his Instructor Max and our Amazing Diveheart Adaptive Team.

Aisy is currently receiving a formal education and is a Year 5 student at SK Seri Bintang Utara, Taman Shamelin Perkasa Cheras, Kuala Lumpur.
Diveheart Kids in Malaysia
❤️Imagine the Possibillities.❤️




12/03/2026

Kids Scuba Malaysia is a specialized PADI 5star dive center that pioneered youth-focused diving education in Southeast Asia. Based in Kuala Lumpur, it has grown from a niche family project into an internationally recognized hub for inclusive and adaptive diving.
​➡️History and Origin
​Founder: The center was founded by Syed Abd Rahman and his wife Nadia. Their passion for the ocean began decades ago with snorkeling in Tioman, eventually leading him to become a PADI IDC Staff Instructor Trainer.
​The Spark (2002): The idea for Kids Scuba was born in 2002. His eldest daughter Nadhirah was certified as the Youngest PADI Seal Team in Malaysia. After seeing children diving abroad and witnessing his own daughter's interest and certification, Syed realized there were few dedicated opportunities for Malaysian children to learn the sport safely.
​Official Launch (2004): Kids Scuba officially began operations in 2004 in Selangor. It was one of the first diving schools in the Asia region to focus specifically on children and teenagers.
​Evolution to Inclusivity: Over the years, the mission expanded beyond children to include marginalized groups.
In 2015, they began training disabled divers, leading Syed to become an ambassador for Diveheart Malaysia, an organization dedicated to "scuba therapy."♿
​➡️Current Set Up and Facilities
​Kids Scuba operates as a PADI 5 Star Dive Center and an Adaptive Service Training Facility.
​Primary Location: They are currently based at the Tropicana Aman Recreational Hub near Rimbayu & Kota Kemuning (Another is at Bukit Gasing private Pool Bunglow).
Previously, they operated out of the Tropicana Golf Club and the Maybank Training Academy pool.
​Training Environment: The setup includes an onsite training pool and specialized classrooms designed to provide a controlled, safe environment for young learners and individuals with physical disabilities.♿
​Programs Offered:
​Youth Programs: PADI Seal Team (ages 8+), Bubblemaker, and Junior Open Water Diver.🤿
​Adaptive Diving: Specialized training for individuals with spinal cord injuries, amputations, and cognitive disabilities using PADI Adaptive Techniques.♿
​Adventure Camps: They organize "Kids Scuba Camps" three times a year during school holidays to islands like Tioman, Perhentian and Mabul in Sabah to give students real-world reef experience.
​➡️Recognition
​The center’s impact is widely recognized in the global diving community. Syed Abd Rahman was recently named an inductee for the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame (ISDHF) 🏆 class of 2026, honoring his dedication to making the underwater world accessible to everyone.♿




18/02/2026

Dear Valued Students & Friends, 
Asalamualaikum Wbt, 

Ramadan Kareem! As the blessed month of Ramadan begins, we would like to extend our warmest wishes to you and your family. 

May this holy month bring you peace, prosperity, good health & continued success.

Ramadan is a time of reflection, gratitude & strengthening relationships. 

We sincerely appreciate the trust & confidence you place in us, and we remain committed to educating & supporting you with dedication & excellence.

May this month bring abundant blessings to you, your family & your organization. Wishing you a peaceful and prosperous Ramadan.

Best Wishes,
Hj Syed Abd Rahman 
Kids Scuba Dive Academy 
Diveheart Malaysia Ambassador

17/02/2026

Making Waves: Malaysia’s Youngest PADI Junior Open Water Diver.

​In a historic moment for Malaysian aquatic sports, Khaairav Vihant Kumaran has officially etched his name into the Malaysia Book of Records MBOR as the Youngest PADI Junior Open Water Diver in the country.
​Trained under the expert tutelage of the renowned Hj. Syed Abd Rahman (aka Uncle Syed) at Kids Scuba Dive Academy, Khairaav demonstrated maturity and skill far beyond his years. While the standard minimum age for this global certification is 10 years old, Khairaav’s journey to becoming a certified diver is a testament to his dedication, water confidence, and the specialized youth-centric training provided by Kids Scuba PADI 5star Dive centre.
➡️ ​The Journey to the Depths
​Under the guidance of Uncle Syed—a veteran PADI IDC Instructor and a global ambassador for adaptive diving—Khaairav completed a rigorous curriculum that included:
➡️ ​Knowledge Development: Mastering the physics and physiology of diving.
➡️ ​Confined Water Sessions: Refining essential safety skills in a controlled environment.
➡️ ​Open Water Dives: Successfully navigating the ocean depths to a maximum depth of 12 meters.

➡️ ​A National Recognition
​The Malaysia Book of Records (MBR) has officially recognized Khaairav's feat, highlighting him as an inspiration for the next generation of Malaysian divers. His achievement not only showcases individual excellence but also underscores the world-class training standards of Kids Scuba Dive Academy, a pioneer in PADI youth and adaptive diving in the region.

​"Khaairav’s achievement is a proud moment for the entire diving community. It shows that with the right mentorship and passion, the ocean has no age limit." — Hj. Syed Abd Rahman (aka Uncle Syed)





04/02/2026

PADI Programs for Kids with Kids Scuba Dive Academy, PADI 5star Dive centre in Petaling Jaya.

​Depending on your child's age, we offer the following progression:
​Bubblemaker (Age 8+): A fun, shallow-water (max 2m) introduction to breathing underwater. No prior experience needed.

​PADI Seal Team (Age 8+): An action-packed pool program where kids complete 5 "AquaMissions" to learn basic scuba skills and environmental awareness.

​Junior Open Water Diver (Age 10-14): The full certification course, but with depth limits (max 12m for ages 10-11). It automatically upgrades to a standard Open Water certification when they turn 15.





19/01/2026

Uncle Syed Training Amazing kids for Scuba Diving skills at Kids Scuba Dive Academy on weekends.
They are our Future Ambassadors.
Imagine the possibilities.
Contact us at 0193176705.




15/01/2026

🌊🤿 DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING | 2026 PROMO 🤿🌊

Breathe underwater. Feel weightless. Try scuba diving, *EVEN* if you can’t swim!
Perfect for kids & adults, first-timers welcome 💙

✔ Full scuba gear & guidance
✔ Safe, fun, beginner-friendly
✔ FREE underwater photos 📸
✔ PADI notes & certificate

⏱ 90 mins | 💰 RM250 per person
📍 PADI 5-Star Dive Centre, Bukit Gasing

📲 WhatsApp 019-317 6705 to book
Limited slots — tag your dive buddy 🤿👇

Photos from Kids Scuba Dive Academy's post 09/01/2026

Bare Wetsuits size 08, 10, 12 & 14, Dive mask in 3 colours & Snorkles available for Kids at
Kids Scuba Dive Academy.
Contact us at 0193176705.
While stock lasts.

Kids and Scuba: PADI Seal Team Program 06/01/2026

At Kids Scuba Dive Academy in Petaling Jaya, we conduct the Special dive courses for Kids known as the PADI Seal Team.
PADI Seal Team AquaMissions are fun, action-packed pool dives for kids (8+) learning basic scuba skills, with the first five missions earning them PADI Seal Team membership, while Master Seal Team offers 10 specialty missions like night diving, wreck exploring, and underwater photography, all using real gear for an exciting introduction to diving in a safe, controlled environment.
Contact us at 0193176705
Advanced bookings is Required.

Kids and Scuba: PADI Seal Team Program PADI Seal Team is for young divers who are looking for action-packed fun in a pool by doing exciting scuba AquaMissions.Have you ever wondered what it's like...

04/01/2026

Bring your kids during Malaysia School holidays for swimming & Scuba at Kids Scuba Dive Academy, Petaling Jaya
PADI 5star Dive centre, Youth Diving Education centre @ Bukit Gasing Retreat BGR private Pool. Feel the Zero Gravity.
Weekdays & Weekend lessons Available. For Advanced booking.
Contact us at 0193176705.





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Bukit Gasing Retreat Malaysia BGRM, 77, Jalan 5/49, , Bukit Gasing Private Pool Bunglow
Petaling Jaya
47410

Opening Hours

Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 19:00
Sunday 09:00 - 19:00