Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

Alpha Diving Club is committed to making our website accessible to individuals with disabilities. We aim to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

• Semantic HTML: Proper use of HTML elements for screen reader compatibility
• Alternative Text: Descriptive alt text for all images and visual content
• Keyboard Navigation: Full keyboard accessibility for all interactive elements
• Color Contrast: Sufficient color contrast ratios for text and backgrounds
• Responsive Design: Mobile-friendly design that works on all devices and screen sizes
• Text Resizing: Ability to resize text without breaking layout
• Focus Indicators: Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• Form Labels: Clear and descriptive labels for all form fields

Assistive Technology Support

Our website is compatible with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
• Speech recognition software
• Font resizing and magnification tools
• High contrast modes
• Browser zoom and text scaling

Browser & Device Support

Alpha Diving Club website is designed to work with current versions of:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge
• Mobile browsers (iOS Safari, Chrome Mobile, Android Browser)

Known Limitations & Accessibility Gaps

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge some limitations:

• External Third-Party Services: Some third-party services (Google Analytics, Cloudflare) may have their own accessibility limitations
• PDF Documents: Older PDF documents may not be fully accessible; we are working to make these available in accessible formats
• Video Content: Some video content may lack captions or transcripts; we are adding these progressively

Accessibility Tools & Browser Features

Modern browsers offer built-in accessibility features:

Keyboard Shortcuts

• Tab: Move focus to the next interactive element
• Shift + Tab: Move focus to the previous interactive element
• Enter: Activate buttons and links
• Space: Activate buttons and checkboxes
• Arrow Keys: Navigate within menus and select options

Browser Accessibility Features

• Zoom: Press Ctrl/Cmd + "+" to increase text size
• High Contrast: Enable in browser settings for better visibility
• Reader Mode: Most browsers offer a reader mode for simplified viewing

Accessibility Policy for Programs

Alpha Diving Club is committed to providing accessible diving programs and facilities. We:

• Provide accessible facilities at our training locations when possible
• Welcome participants with disabilities and provide accommodations
• Work with families to understand accessibility needs and requirements
• Ensure our communication is accessible (large print, electronic formats, etc.)

If you have specific accessibility needs for our programs, please contact us to discuss how we can assist.

Report Accessibility Issues

We take accessibility seriously and welcome feedback. If you encounter accessibility barriers while using our website or services, please report them to us so we can address the issue:

We aim to respond to accessibility concerns within 5 business days and work to resolve issues promptly.

Third-Party Standards & Resources

Our accessibility practices are based on these industry standards:

• WCAG 2.1: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1
• ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act compliance
• Section 508: Federal accessibility standards for technology

Accessibility Statement Updates

We regularly review and update our accessibility practices. This statement will be updated to reflect improvements and changes to our website and services.

Contact Us for Accessibility Support

For accessibility questions or to request accommodations:

Last Updated: June 2026