This is the entry level diver certification. This is a fun course where you will be introduced to scuba diving knowledge and skills. You will be led by one of our experienced instructors.
International recognized qualification: 18m with a buddy, 12m for Junior Open Water Knowledge development eLearning: 10 hours
Practical application: 2&1/2 days (they do not need to be consecutive days)
Price/person: 1500aed for the Practical sessions + separate 190gbp for the e learning which you can purchased directly to PADI or get % price if you purchase it here.
Requirements: ·
Minimum age 12 years, or 10 years for Junior Open Water ·
Basic swimming skills ·
Medically fit o See medical form https://www.padi.com/sites/default/files/documents/2022-12/Diver_Medical_Participant_Questionnaire_10346_EN_English_2022-02-01.pdf
The PADI Open Water Course consists of three main phases:
1. Knowledge Development – eLearning ·
You will learn the necessary knowledge about scuba diving to dive safely and enjoy your diving experiences ·
Check eLearning link from PADI.com: https://www.padi.com/courses/open-water-diver?irra=26602 or purchase it here for a % price.
2. Confined Pool session ·
5 pool sessions with one of our PADI Instructors, usually split over 2 days ·
You will be introduced to basic scuba skills, then have fun practicing them in the pool·
All equipment required for the course is included.
3. Open Water Dives ·
4 open water dives on our local reefs led by your instructor ·
Open water dives are split over 2 days .
Schedule:
Day 1: 10:00 - 15:00 Paperwork / Swims / Confined Water 1, 2,3/ OW 1 Break 12:30 - 13:30
Day 2: 10:00 - 15:00 Confined Water 4, 5 /OW2 Break 12:30 - 13:30
Day 3: 09:00 – 12:30 OR 13:30 – 17:30 Open Water 3 & 4 (Boat Dives – meeting time is 1 hour before)
