Open Water Diver
An Open Water Diver certification is the entry-level scuba diving certification that allows you to dive independently with a buddy, up to a maximum depth of 60 feet (18 meters). It signifies you've completed the required knowledge, pool, and open water training, and can now explore the underwater world safely under certain conditions.
Key aspects of an Open Water Diver certification:
- Knowledge Development: You learn about the fundamentals of scuba diving, including physics, physiology, and dive planning.
- Confined Water Dives (Pool Sessions): You practice basic scuba skills in a controlled environment like a pool.
- Open Water Dives: You apply your skills in an open water setting, such as an ocean or lake, with an instructor or dive guide.
- Buddy System: You must dive with a certified buddy, who can be another Open Water Diver, and you can't dive without supervision, unless you have a higher level certification.
- Depth Limits: Open Water Divers can dive to a maximum depth of 60 feet (18 meters).
- Certification Requirements: You need to complete all course requirements, including academics, confined water dives, and open water dives.
We offer multiple class options for you to choose from to suit your lifestyle.*
Each class also includes a Saturday and Sunday for four Open Water dives.
- Two Week Course: Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings*
- Weekend Course: Saturday and Sunday
Throughout the course, you'll learn fundamentals of scuba diving, including equipment and safety procedures. After this class you'll receive a PADI Open Water Diver Certification that is recognized worldwide.
Availability: In Stock
Aquatic Dreams Open Water Course includes:
- Instruction Fees
- E-Text Book
- Certification Fee and Card
- Log Book
- Rental Equipment for the pool and open water dives
- Use of Dive Computer
How can you start learning now?
Visit Aquatic Dreams Scuba Center to enroll in the Open Water Diver course and get your materials. By reading the Open Water Manual and watching the DVD before your class, you will be ready to get into the water and learn your Open Water skills.
What scuba gear will you use?
Each Student must provide their own personal gear which consists of mask, snorkel, fins, boots and gloves. These items can be purchased at Aquatic Dreams Scuba Center. We have one of the largest selections of professional quality scuba gear at prices that will fit any budget. Aquatic Dreams team will fit you for your wetsuit, BCD, hood, tanks and regulator which are included with the class.
