DiveRAID UK 2026 Road Map
New Courses, New Systems, New Comms
2025 moved fast… but 2026 is going to move even faster.
Last year saw the full rollout of the Diver Management System (DMS), refined technical pathways, fully revised and separated Standards, and new regional and global website functionality. Everything we’re delivering in 2026 is focused on practical support for Divers, Professionals, and Dive Centres building on the changes from 2025.
Here’s what’s coming, what’s changing, and how to make the most of it.
Standards, Technical Pathways & the DMS
2026 is about implementation of the changes that were rolled out throughout 2025.
Updated General Diving Standards: A simplified structure across five standards categories. All registered RAID members can access all standards documents. This is explained in more detail in the Q4 2025 Dive RAID UK Update.
New Technical OC Instructor Ratings: “Deco 40 / 50 / 60” terminology is now retired. Teaching permissions remain unchanged, however, the names are simply modernised and sit in alignment with ISO standards. Check out the full breakdown New Technical OC Instructor Ratings.
The DMS: The Biggest Change We’ve Ever Delivered: If you haven’t explored it yet, this deep dive explains how the DMS transforms training, admin, and student communication. Want to know more, check out the Unlocking the Power of RAID’s New DMS for Pros. This is one of our most-read articles, and for good reason.
One Communication System. Clearer by Design
From 2026, RAID UK communications will follow the RAID DMS colour structure, matching how information appears inside the member portal:
🔵 Divers: Beginner → Specialist (Blue)
🟠 Professionals: Recreational → Technical → Leadership (Orange)
🟢 Dive Centres: Operations → Growth → Community (Green)
Each update is clearly colour-coded so you instantly know who it’s for and where it fits in your pathway.
Every communication will clearly explain what has been updated or changed, why it matters, and how to apply it in real diving, teaching, or operations.
Built from your feedback. Designed for clarity.
Website Evolution: New Features for 2026
The RAID UK regional website will continue evolving throughout the year, including:
Enhanced Dive Centre Showcase: Highlighting excellence, best practice, and high-performing centres.
Crossover Information Hub: Clear explanations of course changes, pathway updates, and how the new structure works.
Course of the Month 2026 Hub: Simpler, clearer, and built to help Dive Centres generate consistent monthly revenue.
Blogs + Integrated Social Media: Short, practical updates aligned with seasonal training and real-world needs.
Online Store Expansion: c-Cards, merchandise, branded items, and professional tools added across the year.
Book-a-Call for Pros & Centres: A streamlined way to speak directly with the RAID team when support is needed.
Events in 2026: Meet RAID in Person
Go Diving Show: 28 Feb – 1 Mar 2026
RAID returns to the UK’s largest diving event with a redesigned stand and the full team on hand. https://godivingshow.com/tickets/uk-dive-show-2026/
RAID Connect: 26 – 27 Sept 2026
Now in its third year, this focused regional event brings the RAID community together with equipment try-dives (including DPV and sidemount), meaningful instructor–diver connection, and relaxed, social diving with more details coming soon.
