Georgia AquariumVeterans Immersion Program
Georgia Aquarium is proud to honor the courageous men and women of our armed forces through the Veterans Immersion Program.
Veterans with physical, emotional, or psychological injuries, and their guests · Applications are accepted annually from January 1st – August 1st. Participants can swim or dive year-round.
From georgiaaquarium.org/booking/veterans-immersion-program ↗About this program
Since 2008, this unique experience has welcomed over 2,900 veterans and guests with physical, emotional, or psychological injuries—both seen and unseen.
Participants of all abilities are invited to swim or dive year-round in Ocean Voyager Built by The Home Depot, our 6.3 million gallon exhibit home to a whale shark, manta rays, and more. For many, it's a rare opportunity to move freely in the water, face new challenges, and connect with the healing power of the ocean.
Each session is led by the world's largest team of Handicapped Scuba Certified Dive Masters and Instructors, along with a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Our team ensures every guest receives the highest level of care, safety, and support.
Georgia Aquarium's Veterans Immersion Program is made possible through private donations. With your support, we can extend this transformative experience to more deserving veterans—offering moments of healing, connection, and inspiration alongside our extraordinary animals.
Your gift helps fund a unique path to recovery and reintegration, supporting injured veterans through immersive, life-changing encounters.
Questions
Who can apply to the Veterans Immersion Program?
At this time, we are only accepting applications submitted through veteran rehabilitation organizations. We are unable to accept individual applications.
When are applications accepted?
Applications are accepted annually from January 1st – August 1st.
What happens if my application is approved?
If your application for program participation is approved, we will reach out to the listed point-of-contact for scheduling.
Details
- Who
- Veterans with physical, emotional, or psychological injuries, and their guests
- When
- Applications are accepted annually from January 1st – August 1st. Participants can swim or dive year-round.
- Where
- Ocean Voyager exhibit at Georgia Aquarium
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