We have recently had a new attraction installed in the NDAC quarry; but this one’s a little different to the type of thing you find at most diving sites. This attraction is a 200kg, 6 foot high sculpture, created by underwater artist Jason De Caires Taylor.

When you see the sculpture’s reflection from underwater it would appear that someone is on the surface looking down at you while you are underwater!

Mike Fischetti is the face of the World’s first inverted sculpture and is a presenter on the award winning CBBC Smart, seen by millions of viewers each week. The shoot is for an episode of Smart that will be shown in 2009.

Jason De Caires Taylor was the artist behind the attraction and has spent a number of months putting the life size sculpture together. According to Jason this is the first and only one of its kind in the world.

‘Inverted Thought’ is the name of the sculpture and he looks awesome. He will be spending the next few years in position underwater at the NDAC, allowing time for the ecology to weather away his silvery finish, create an artificial reef and something special for the NDAC and its divers.

For further details on the artist and the sculpture visit:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/YD_redirect_16.html

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NDAC ON FACEBOOK
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Facebook has become a phenomenon on the internet and David Shroll, one of our DiveSchool Instructors, has created a group for friends of the National Diving & Activity Centre.

To find out how to join or visit the group go to this webpage:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/news/2008/07jul/08_news.htm

Alternatively click on the facebook icon on the NDAC homepage.

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CINDERFORD RFC SPONSORSHIP
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The NDAC has recently made a sponsorship deal with Cinderford RFC, a Forest Of Dean Rugby Club.

The photo shows Matt Bayliss, the Commercial Manager for the Club, putting the finishing touches to an advertising board that will be displayed at the club for the next few years.

Read the full story at:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/news/2008/08aug/02_news.htm

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NDAC DIVE SCHOOL ARRIVES
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We would like to introduce you to the National Diving & Activity Centre Dive School. Whether you're a complete beginner who fancies snorkeling in the pool, or a seasoned veteran who wants to progress to new depths or start instructing; we have a wide range of competitively priced courses, delivered by our experienced and qualified instructors.

Visit the NDAC Dive School here for full details of the courses we are offering:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/diveschool/

To promote the new Dive School we have some Summer promotions on the following courses available to NDAC members.

* PADI Advanced Open Water Course

* Nitrox

* PADI Open Water course

* Rescue Course

Full details at the following address:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/news/2008/08aug/01_news.htm

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TRIATHLON AT NDAC THIS MONTH
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The Big & Little Woody Triathlon Events are going to be held at the National Diving & Activity Centre on Saturday the 16th August 2008, so you've not long to prepare if you want to enter!

A triathlon is an endurance sports event consisting of swimming, cycling and running over various distances.

For more information about this triathlon read the full story at:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/news/2008/08aug/04_news.htm

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MOD DISCOUNTS
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Discounts available for all serving MoD personnel!

Jump in & receive £5 discount on normal entry prices!

Full details at:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/news/2008/06jun/02_news.htm

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THE LARGEST SIGN IN CHEPSTOW?
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Recent visitors to the site will have found it very difficult to miss our new entrance sign welcoming you to National Diving & Activity Centre!

Measuring in at 26 metres long, this sign can be found just outside the site on the A48 and it invites you to learn to dive with us.

This could well be the largest sign in Chepstow! See the images at:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/news/2008/07jul/02_news.htm

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MISTER WALES CHARITY FUN DAY
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We recently hosted a charity fun day for The Joshua Foundation, a Children's Charity from Cardiff with some of the the fittest young men from all around Wales taking part in some arduous activities throughout the day.

There were 30 young men trying to get through to the final of Mister Wales and as part of their quest they had to raise money for The Joshua Foundation.

The Guys were hanging 200ft off ropes and abseiling into the quarry. Also during the day there was a number of team building and command task activities designed to put them through their paces, all in the aide of charity.

The day finished off with a BBQ and drink to celebrate their achievements.

If you are interested in hosting your own event at the National Diving & Activity Centre please contact us with our online form

http://www.ndac.co.uk/contact.htm

For the full story visit:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/news/2008/07jul/04_news.htm

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NDAC JOINS SITA
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The National Diving & Activity Centre is now a member of SITA (The Scuba Industries Trade Association).

SITA aims to represent the Manufacturers, Distributors, Retailers, Training Organisations, Registered Dive Schools, Dive Boat Charter Operators, Journals, Travel Organisations and recognised, approved Marine Charities, relating to the Scuba Industry.

For further information visit our SITA page here:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/sita_member.htm

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NEW COMPRESSOR AT NDAC GAS ROOM
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Due to this year's increased number of visitors to the National Diving & Activity Centre, and following your feedback, we have decided to improve our service and install a second air compressor at the NDAC Gas Room.

The new equipment will complement our existing air compressor, offering a reduced waiting times for fills. It also means that if one of our compressors ever fails we'll have a back up solution so that service can continue.

Centre Manager, Ashley, has seen fill speeds significantly increase since the new equipment has been installed. This means more diving time for you, which can't be a bad thing!

Next time you visit the centre feel free to pop your head in the door and take a look.

We have recently made some reductions in the prices of our gas fills. For further information click here:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/gas_prices.htm#gasprices

It is also possible to save a further 20% on our already competitively priced air fills. Find out more here:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/membership.htm#airfills (Sorry, this promotion has now ended.)

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NDAC AWARDED BSAC ACCREDITATIONS
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We have recently been accredited as a BSAC Premier Centre and a BSAC Technical Centre.
Find out what this means for you here:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/bsac_accredited.htm

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NEW CAR PARK TAKING SHAPE AT NDAC
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A new car park is being laid at the NDAC site.

Over the coming weeks you will see a more formal car park being laid to enhance your diving experience.

We're sure you'll agree this is a fantastic improvement to the site.

Full news story and pictures at:

http://www.ndac.co.uk/news/2008/07jul/01_news.htm

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