Take the first step to discover the wonderful underwater world, with PADI's Open Water Diver program. the most recognized and requested course in the world.

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If you've always wanted to take diving lessons, experience an adventure like no other, and see the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. Get your diving certification with the PADI Open Water Diver course – the most popular and recognized diving course in the world. Millions of people have learned to dive and discover the wonders of the aquatic world through this course.

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To enroll in a PADI Open Water Diver (or Junior Open Water Diver) course, you must be 10 years of age or older. You need proper swimming techniques and to be in good physical health. No previous diving experience is necessary.



The PADI Open Water Diver course consists of three main phases:

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• Knowledge Development (online, independent study or in a classroom) to understand the basic fundamentals of scuba diving. If you want to know more about the Open Water Diver program, see this introduction to the course.

• Confined Water Dives to learn basic diving skills

• Open Water Dives to use your skills and explore!

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You can earn academic credit for the Open Water Diver course.

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Are you short on time? The PADI Scuba Diver course may be right for you.

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How do I register for the course? Click the link below and make a 30% payment of the course fee ($598,500). Once we receive your registration, we will send you your digital e-learning study materials. Then we will schedule your days to complete the practical activities.

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NOTE: You must wait at least 18 hours of interval on the surface before taking a flight or climbing to more than 300 meters above sea level.