PADI Open Water Diver course
Now is the time to dive into the PADI Open Water Diver course, the most popular dive program in the world! This is your ticket to a lifetime of intense adventure with PADI, the dive company that sets the standards in the global diving community.
Why PADI Open Water?
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 your instructor to see how credit from these courses may apply to the open water program.
What do I need to start?
Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can earn a PADI Open Water Diver certification. If you are between 10 and 14 or have a child between these ages, there is a PADI Junior Open Water Diver program available.
- A PADI Jr Open Water Diver between the ages of 10 and 12 years may only dive with a PADI Professional, a certified parent or certified guardian to a maximum depth of 12 metres/40 feet.
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 (ocean or lake) dives.
How long will it take?
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 have 4 choices for the confined water (pool) & classroom: evening group class, Weekend group class, Executive (semi-private) class and e-learning. The evening class will meet the same night for 4 weeks from approximately 7 PM to 10 PM. The weekend class is both Saturday & Sunday from approximately 9 AM to 4 PM both days. The Executive class will be structured around your schedule. After or while completing the elearning portion of the class you will be able to select any of the other 3 options to complete your confined water (pool) dives.
Evening and weekend Course dates.
When completed, you will need to decide when & where to make the four training dives needed for your certification card. We will assist you in any way we can.
What will I need?
- PADI Open Water Crew-Pak
- PADI Open Water Video or DVD
What does the course cost?
Part One Option A: Weekday Class & Pool Session
- $195, will need to purchase PADI Open Water Crew-Pak and Video or DVD ($85). You must have your own mask, fins, and snorkel. Purchase the Deluxe Crew-Pak for an additional $20.
Part One Option B: Weekend Class & Pool Session
- $225, will need to purchase PADI Open Water Crew-Pak and Video or DVD ($85). You must have your own mask, fins, and snorkel. Purchase the Deluxe Crew-Pak for an additional $20.
Part One Option C: Executive Referral Open Water (Private Instruction - based on your schedule)
- $335, will need to purchase PADI Open Water Crew-Pak and Video or DVD ($85). You must have your own mask, fins, and snorkel. Purchase the Deluxe Crew-Pak for an additional $20.
Option D: Executive Open Water Course (Private Instruction - based on your schedule)
- $495, will need to purchase PADI Open Water Crew-Pak and Video or DVD ($85).Includes Four Open Water Training Dives. You must have your own mask, fins, and snorkel. Purchase the Deluxe Crew-Pak for an additional $20. Rental equipment not included.
Part Two: Four Open Water Training Dives
- $160* for weekend training dives ($40 per dive)
- $200* for weekday training dives ($50 per dive)
*Rental equipment not included
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Where can I go from here?
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