Open Water
Now is the time to dive into the Open Water Diver course, the most popular dive program in the world! This is your ticket to a lifetime of intense adventure.
Why Open Water?
As a certified 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 Discover Scuba Diving / Resort experience, 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 an Open Water Diver certification. You must be older than the age of 15 to begin the PADI Open Water Diver program. For those of you who are not above the age of 15 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 15 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 lagoon) dives.
How long will it take?
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. The minimum time is three days.
What will I need?
Open Water Manual
Mask,Snorkel & Fins (20% discount if bought from us during your course)
Where can I go from here? Continue the adventure with the Advanced Open Water program, you next step in exploring the underwater world. Contact Subtropic Dive Center for more information and to sign up for the Advanced Open Water program
