Take the first step toward exploring the wonderful underwater world with PADI's Open Water Diver program.

STEP 1: PADI E-learning

Knowledge development is the first step and requirement for earning your Open Water Diver certification. PADI eLearning® is an independent study option that allows you to read, watch videos, and take quizzes at your own pace, giving you the foundation you need to confidently advance to in-water training with your Instructor.

STEP 2: Water Training

Confined Water Practices (pool-like environment)
During this step, you'll practice your diving techniques and learn how to use your scuba equipment with a PADI Professional on "mini-dives" in a pool or pool-like environment to help you gain confidence and feel more comfortable before beginning your open water training.

STEP 3: Open Water Training

With your PADI Professional Dive Instructor, you'll complete four open water dives to a depth of 18 m/60 ft for this final step in your recreational Open Water Diver certification.

Includes: transportation, PADI e-learning, confined water training, and 4 ocean dives.

Duration: 3-4 days

Requirements:

Minimum age: 10 years

If you are in good health, you should wait at least 18 hours on the surface before taking a flight or ascending to altitudes greater than 300 meters above sea level.