Open Water Scuba Diving

Started on April 27, 2024

This course is run in three parts. Part 1 includes Knowledge review in the classroom, Part 2 is pool skills practice, and Part 3 is open water skills review.

Part 1 Classroom: $99.00
Part 2 Pool: $199.00
Part 3 Open Water Dives: $399.00

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.

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    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 friend independent of a professional. If you already tried a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience or are PADI Scuba Diver certified, check with us to see how credit from these courses may apply to the open water program.

    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 meters/40 feet.

    Throughout the course, you will 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.

    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. Our Part 1 is offered once a month. This course is generally run over a weekend with the classroom portion running from 12 to 3:30 pm Saturday and Sunday and the pool session from 5 to 8 pm both days as well. (times may vary slightly) Part 2 is offered twice per month and is usually run in Tobermory from early June to early October. This course includes 2 nights of accommodation

    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 meters/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. Our Part 1 is offered once a month. This course is generally run over a weekend with the classroom portion running from 12 to 3:30 pm Saturday and Sunday and the pool session from 5 to 8 pm both days as well. (times may vary slightly) Part 2 is offered twice per month and is usually run in Gilboa and Tobermory from early June to end of October. This course includes 2 nights of accommodation.

    What Equipment Will I Need?

    Mask, fins, snorkel weight belt and booties. We have discounted student packages ranging from $299 to $449. We guarantee the fit of the equipment! Give us a call to book your personalized fitting.
    NOTE: Costco and Wal-Mart style equipment is not suitable.

    What’s Included?

    Part 1 and 2
    • In class knowledge review
    • Unlimited Pool Time
    • Use of the Scuba Equipment(BC, Reg, Tank & Weights)
    • You have one year to complete Part 2 after taking Part 1
    Part 3
    • Full dress rehearsal and refresher in the pool (as needed)
    • Log book
    • Certification Card
    • 4 Certifying dives
    • Lots of fun

    What Do I Need To Do Prior To Start Date Of The Class?

    Pick up your educational material and Student File Folder.Complete Student File if necessary print out Medical Form attached to this email and take it to your doctor.Read Modules One to Five of the manual.Print out and complete Knowledge Reviews One to Five attached to this email.Bring the completed Knowledge Reviews and the completed Student File folder to class.

      Please check each course part you are registering for.

      Enter your preferred start dates for each Part you are registering for. Available dates can be found on the calendar on this page.