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.
