PADI Open Water Diver

Would you like a ticket to a lifetime of intense adventure?

As a certified PADI Open Water Diver, the most widely recognized and respected rating in the world; you have the freedom to dive with a buddy independent of a professional. If you already tried a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience or are PADI Scuba Diver certified, check with us to see how credit from these courses may apply to the open water program.

What do I need to start?

• Minimum age 10
• Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can learn to dive

What will I do?

Throughout the course, you'll learn fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You earn this rating by completing five pool dives and knowledge development sessions and by making four open water dives to a maximum depth of 18 meters.

How long will it take?

• 3 to 4 days

PADI programs are performance based. You proceed as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to work at a pace that is comfortable for you. We generally conduct our courses over a relaxed 4 days schedule, with the first 2 days spent practicing in the pool and class, with the last 2 days conducting your Open Water Training Dives.

Your underwater adventure can begin in the comfort of your own home with the PADI Go Dive Manual or CD-ROM! You can view these materials at your own pace and then review with our Instructor on your arrival. This will reduce class time and maximize dive time and can also allow you to complete the course in as little as three days.

How many Dives will I make?

The standard Open Water Diver course has 4 training dives; however our Boat option course includes an additional Adventure Dive which you can credit towards the Advanced Open Water Diver Course.

What will I need?

• PADI Go Dive Manual
• Log Book

Where can I go from here?

Continue the adventure with PADI Adventures in diving program, your next step in exploring the underwater world.

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