Open Water Diver
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
