The Curragh Sub Aqua Club

24/06/2026

Cylinder Chat: 12L Tall, 12L Stumpy, or the 18L Monster? 🤿

Ever wondered why the same 200 bar can feel
completely different in the water? It’s all about how the cylinder fits your body.

12L Tall: The standard workhorse. Great for a nice, easy flat trim, but it’ll whack you in the back of the head or the butt if you have a shorter torso.

12L Stumpy: Same amount of gas, just short and fat. Brilliant if you're shorter, but the weight sits higher up, so it can make you feel a bit top-heavy.

18L Monster: Massive cylinder for heavy breathers or deeper club dives. Tons of gas, but it's an absolute back-breaker on the boat deck.

What’s on your back this season?

18/05/2026

🌊 A quick wrap-up from the last few months…

​It’s been a flat-out few months of training, but we wanted to take a minute to look back and say a massive well done to everyone who finished their Mon 1 and Rescue Diver qualifications.

​These courses take up a lot of weekends and a ton of hard work, so getting them over the line is a big deal.

Congratulations to Aine, Graham, Sarah, Stefano, John and Hugh 🎉🎉🎉

A big thanks to everyone who helped out with the courses, played casualties, or just sorted the tea and coffee on the surface. We’ve got a brilliant crew ready for the rest of the season.

10/05/2026

The most important signal we give. 👌✨

​In diving, the "OK" signal is everything. It’s how we check in, how we reassure our buddies, and how we know we’re all coming home safe.

Today, the Curragh dived for Darkness Into Light to remind everyone that it’s okay to not be okay—and that there is always a buddy ready to help you back to the surface.

Huge thanks to everyone who joined us today. You’ve helped us raise vital funds to ensure support services are there for anyone who feels out of their depth.

Darkness Into Light is a reminder that you never have to face the dark alone. If you are struggling, please reach out to the professionals at Pieta. They are available 24/7.

📞 Call: 1800 247 247

📱 Text: HELP to 51444

05/05/2026

We're taking part in Darkness Into Light 2026 to support Pieta and bring hope to people affected by su***de and self-harm.

On Sat May 9th 2026, I’m taking part in Darkness Into Light to help raise funds for Pieta's vital services that support people affected by su***de and self-harm. Please support me by donating to my fundraising page. Thank you. Pieta Darkness Into Light, supported by...

07/04/2026

A great weekend was had by all over in Galway. Despite the varied weather we made the most of it and got in a lot of diving, both shore and on the boats. A brilliant start to the dive season!

21/03/2026

Who said Irish waters were just grey? 🇮🇪💎

A little glimpse of what’s waiting for us beneath the surface.

We are officially counting down to our Trainee Weekend this Easter! 🐣⚓️ There is nothing better than seeing our newest divers take their first giant stride into the open water. Who’s ready for a weekend of bubbles, plenty of liquid decompression, and hopefully a bit of April sunshine? ☀️

Let’s get those trainees qualified! 🎓🤿

17/03/2026

🍀 Sláinte to the Salt! 🌊

The Curragh dive season is officially LIVE! 🔱

We spent the St. Patrick’s Day weekend putting the boats through their paces, making sure everything is mission-ready for the adventures ahead. While the hulls were being tested, our snorkelers were giving the Irish Sea a run for its money at Dalkey Island. 🚤💨

​A massive "Well Done" to the snorkeling crew for tackling the mini-island swim. It’s safe to say the conditions were "lively," but you lot handled the big waves with serious grit.

With the boats prepped and the first swims under our belts, all eyes are now on Easter! * Trainee Weekend: We can’t wait to get our newest members out for their first big club trip.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to the whole Curragh family! ☘️🧜‍♂️