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. You must be older than the age
of 14 to begin the PADI Open Water Diver program. For
those of you who are not above the age of 14 and would
like to participate in the PADI Open Water Diver Program,
then the PADI Jr Open Water Diver program is available
to you. 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 11 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.
What will I need?
- PADI Open Water Crew-Pak
- PADI Open Water Video or DVD
- Log Book
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.
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