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?

when you book onto the course you will receive your crew-pac and video. you can then complete the home study and knowledge reviews in preparation for the module test and final exam.

(module tests are 10 multiple choice question and final exam is 50 questions)

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 the 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.

What will I need?

PADI Open Water Crew-Pak
PADI Open Water Video or DVD
Log Book

Equipment

(All included in the course fee)

Where can I go from here?

Continue the adventure with PADI’s Adventures in diving program, you next step in exploring the underwater world. Stop by your PADI Dive Center or Resort for more information on the PADI Adventures In Diving program.

How much will it cost?

Only £300

Upgrade from Scuba Diver for only £160

Also available:

Open Water Diver referral

This option allows you to complete your theory and pool sessions here and then complete your open water dives in any PADI Dive Centre worldwide

Only £200

Or if you have done your pool and theory work elswhere complete your open water dives and final certification with us for only £125