Open Water Diver
This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.
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Open Water Scuba Diver
Get ready to become a certified scuba diver and explore the depths of the ocean with confidence and safety! The Open Water Scuba Diver course is an exciting adventure that will teach you the essential skills and procedures required to become a proficient and knowledgeable scuba diver.
In the course, you'll start with knowledge development, where you'll learn the principles of scuba diving, including physics, physiology, equipment, and safety procedures. You'll also learn about the aquatic environment, marine life, and how to plan and execute safe dives.
Then it's time to take the plunge in confined water dives where you'll experience the thrill of breathing underwater for the first time! You'll get hands-on experience with scuba gear and practice essential skills like buoyancy control, regulator recovery, mask clearing and emergency procedures like sharing air with a buddy. In this controlled environment, you'll gain confidence and proficiency in diving skills that will serve you well in open water. Once you've mastered these skills, you'll be ready for the ultimate adventure- open water dives!
And then comes the real adventure: open water dives! You'll make several open water dives with your instructor, where you'll apply the skills you've learned and explore the underwater world. From the exhilaration of your first breaths underwater to swimming with majestic marine creatures, or exploring long-lost shipwrecks, these dives will be the highlight of your course.
But most importantly, the Open Water Scuba Diver course will teach you how to dive safely and with respect for the underwater environment. You'll learn how to plan and execute safe dives, how to recognize and respond to potential hazards, and how to be a responsible and environmentally conscious diver.
The Open Water Scuba Diver course is an incredible journey that will take you to new depths and open up a world of adventure you never knew existed. So, what are you waiting for? Sign up for the course now and discover a world of wonder that's waiting for you beneath the waves!
When diving, memories are imprinted on our spirits forever.
This Certification:
- Qualifies you to dive worldwide accompanied by another certified diver to depths of up to 18 meters / 60 feet (age 15+)
- 10 - 14 year olds will earn the Junior SSI Open Water Certification and will be qualified to dive worldwide accompanied by a dive professional and/or parent or guardian
- 10 - 11 year olds can dive to depths of up to 12 meters / 40 feet
- 12 - 14 year olds can dive to depths of up to 18 meters / 60 feet
- Continue your training to the next level - SSI Advanced Adventurer at any time in the future
Prerequisites:
- Minimum Age - 10 years old
- Be able to swim
- Be in good physical health
- No previous scuba diving experience is required
Please Note
To participate you will be required to fill out the SSI Medical Statement. If any of the items on the Medical Statement apply to you, you must consult a physician prior to Recreational Scuba Diving participation. Your physician must complete and sign the Medical Statement and be sure to bring a copy with you as we will require it for our records.
What's Included:
- SSI Digital Open Water Diver Materials
- SSI Digital Log Book - to record your dives
- Scuba Equipment Rental; BCD, Regulator & Wetsuit
- Weights and Tanks
- Confined Water Training
- Open water training dives
- Certification Fees
Note: Mask, fins, snorkel, and wetsuit boots are sold separately
What to bring:
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Physician signed Medical Statement if required