Open Water Diver — your first scuba certification

Start from nothing, finish with a licence valid worldwide, to 18 metres

3–4 days
Pool sessions + 4 open-water dives
No experience needed, age 10 and up

The first scuba certification, for people who have never dived. Theory, pool sessions and four open-water dives; you finish with an internationally recognised card that never expires.

Duration: 3–4 days
Dives: Pool sessions + 4 open-water dives
Recommended level: No experience needed, age 10 and up

Highlights

No previous diving experience needed — if you can swim, you can start
Small groups with close instructor attention
An internationally recognised certification, valid for life
Certified to dive to a maximum of 18 metres

About this trip

Open Water Diver is the certification that opens the door to everything else. It has three parts: theory covering dive safety and physics, skills practice in a pool, and four dives in open water. By the end you can plan and make dives with a buddy to a maximum depth of 18 metres. Prices and details here are a starting point — adjust them from the site admin.

What's included / not included

Included

Theory and e-learning materials
Pool training sessions
Dive equipment for the duration of the course
Exam fees and the international certification card
A certified instructor throughout

Not included

Travel and accommodation for the open-water dives
Meals not specified above
Personal items such as mask, snorkel and fins

Frequently asked questions

Can I take the course if I'm a weak swimmer?

Yes. You need to be able to float and swim a short distance; your instructor will build up the rest during the pool session.

Does the certification expire?

The card itself never expires. If you go 6–12 months without diving, though, we recommend a refresher before joining a liveaboard.

How long does it take?

Usually 3–4 days: one or two days of theory and pool work, then two days of open-water dives. It can be arranged across weekends.

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