SECONDARY school pupils across our region are being invited to take part in a 'life changing' project.

The Dive Project Cornwall will educate hundreds of young people by delivering an education programme directly into schools across the UK.

 In partnership with the Marine Conservation Society, the mission of Dive Project Cornwall is to raise awareness of the importance of the planet's marine environment and its vital role in our very own existence.

A spokesperson for Dive Project Cornwall said: "This truly immersive experience will take the teens from classroom to shoreline and beyond, from our on-site training pool to taking their first steps in discovering the wonders of life underwater in the ocean, igniting their imaginations to join the Ocean Conservation movement.

"Here at Dive Project Cornwall, we believe it is every young person’s right to experience the ocean.

"We also believe that educating our children about the wonders of the planet’s marine environment and the crucial part it plays in our existence, and that of all ocean life, will help safeguard our seas for future generations. Never has this been more important than now."

This new nationwide competition will allow 400 pupils to go on a six-day trip to Cornwall where they will learn to scuba dive, enjoy outdoor adventures, take up beach-related activities and attend presentations from leading marine industry experts. 

For more information, you can contact andy@diveprojectcornwall.co.uk or call 07711 160590.