Divers explored the bottom of an Ipswich swimming pool as they learned how to use sub aqua equipment.

Ipswich Star: Do you remember the sub aqua sessions at Crown Pools in Ipswich? Picture: ARCHANTDo you remember the sub aqua sessions at Crown Pools in Ipswich? Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

The sub aqua class was held at Crown Pools in Crown Street back in 1979 - giving people of all ages a safe environment to learn new skills and prepare for their holiday adventures.

Ipswich Star: A pair exploring the pool in their masks and oxygen tanks Picture: ARCHANTA pair exploring the pool in their masks and oxygen tanks Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

The enthusiasts were able to put on their masks and try out aqualungs and get to grips with life below the water's surface guided by instructors.

Ipswich Star: A youngster wrote on the bottom of the pool using a waterproof pen and paper Picture: ARCHANTA youngster wrote on the bottom of the pool using a waterproof pen and paper Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

People appeared to be having a great time, as they explored the pool together using their oxygen tanks and masks.

Ipswich Star: People preparing to take the plunge in Crown Pools Picture: ARCHANTPeople preparing to take the plunge in Crown Pools Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

One youngster used a waterproof pen and paper to write a note at the bottom of the pool, while underwater hand signals were practised between the group members.

Ipswich Star: Groups of people try out the aqua lungs in Crown Pools Picture: ARCHANTGroups of people try out the aqua lungs in Crown Pools Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

Do you rememember the sub aqua classes at Crown Pools in Ipswich - did you take part? To share your memories, email imagecurators@archant.co.uk

Ipswich Star: Two of the divers feel their way round the bottom of the pool Picture: ARCHANTTwo of the divers feel their way round the bottom of the pool Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)