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.
