The PADI Open Water Diver Certification is your gateway to the underwater world. This comprehensive course equips you with the knowledge and skills to explore aquatic environments safely and confidently. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, you'll delve into the fundamentals of scuba diving, learning everything from equipment basics to dive planning.

This certification is recognized worldwide wide & allows you to dive independently (with a buddy) to a maximum depth of 18 meters/60 feet, opening up a world of underwater adventures.

Duration:

- Approximately 12 - 15 hours of E-learning (digital bookwork) You can work on this on your own time, at your own pace, on the device of your choice.

-one “dry” session for theory review, equipment overview & to get fitted for gear

- 2 - 3 dive sessions *extra training days are available with additional fees*

Course Objectives:

* Understand the principles of scuba diving physics and physiology.

* Learn how to assemble, use, and maintain scuba diving equipment.

* Master essential diving skills such as buoyancy control, equalization, and underwater communication.

* Gain proficiency in dive planning, including depth limits, air consumption, and decompression theory.

* Develop confidence in handling common underwater scenarios and emergency situations.

* Acquire an appreciation for marine life and environmental conservation.

Course Structure:

The course consists of three main components:

* Knowledge Development: Beginning with self-study materials provided on the PADI Elearning platform, followed by instructor-led presentations, and discussions, you'll cover diving theory, safety procedures, and environmental awareness.

* Confined Water Dives: First you'll practice essential scuba skills. This includes mastering buoyancy control, regulator use, mask clearing, and emergency procedures.

* Open Water Dives: Putting your skills to the test, you'll complete a series of open water dives in a natural setting. Here, you'll apply what you've learned in real-world diving conditions, exploring underwater environments while under the guidance of your instructor.

Prerequisites:

* Minimum age: 10 years old (participants under 15 years old may receive a Junior Open Water Diver certification with depth restrictions - this automatically rolls into an Open Water Cert)

* Physical fitness: Participants should be in good health and reasonably fit. A medical questionnaire & waiver is required

***IMPORTANT*** This is a performance based certification course. Payment does not guarantee licensing. You must complete the mandatory skills within the course to become SCUBA certified.

We offer small group, in depth training that goes above and beyond PADI Standards.

The pricing below includes your E-learning, all rental SCUBA equipment (BCD, regulator, computer, & wetsuit), facility passes, & 3 days of instruction, and a digital certification card.

Cost:

1 person booking - $800pp

2 person booking - $750pp

3 person booking - $725pp

4 person booking - $700pp

***If you are booking as a single diver but your schedule allows you to join a small group course, we will be able to drop your rate :)

We require you have your own personal mask, snorkel & fins for your course. We have a wide range of options available in the shop & offer all of our students a 10% off discount from all retail for life! If you are only training confined with us - we can offer rental fins!

If you are comparison shopping, be sure to ask:

- What is included in the price?

- What are the additional fees?

- How many people will be in my class?

- How many dives will we go on?

- How deep will we go in training?

If you have questions about choosing a shop that is right for you or a loved one - Give us a call - There will be no pressure & we are happy to chat!

If you have already purchased your E-learning:

1 person booking - $600pp

2 person booking - $550pp

3 person booking - $525pp

4 person booking - $500pp