Price: $1,200 for private instruction. Each additional person in a private group is $900. Does not include hotel fees, if necessary.

Duration: 3 – 7 days, depending on schedules

The PADI Open Water Diver course is your gateway to discovering the incredible underwater world. As the most popular scuba diving certification in the world, this course will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to dive confidently and safely.

Course Structure:

1. Knowledge Development: Begin with PADI eLearning to learn about scuba diving principles, safety procedures, and underwater terminology. This flexible online component allows you to study at your own pace, fitting seamlessly into your schedule. Expect to spend 5-10 hours on this initial phase.

2. Confined Water Dives: With your highly-trained PADI instructor, you’ll practice basic scuba skills in a pool or a pool-like environment. These sessions help build your confidence and ensure you are comfortable using your scuba gear. You’ll practice “mini dives” to simulate real dive conditions in a controlled setting.

3. Open Water Dives: Finally, apply what you’ve learned during four open water dives in the ocean, a lake, or another natural water body. These dives, guided by your instructor, allow you to experience the real underwater world and refine your skills.

Course Highlights:

• Experience Underwater Breathing: Feel the thrill of breathing underwater for the first time, a sensation you’ll never forget.
• Explore Diverse Marine Life: Discover vibrant coral reefs, fascinating marine creatures, and underwater landscapes that will leave you in awe.
• Support and Guidance: Throughout the course, your PADI instructor will provide expert guidance and support, ensuring a safe and enjoyable learning experience.

Requirements:

• Prerequisites: You need to be at least 10 years old, able to swim, and medically fit for diving.
• Time Commitment: The course typically takes 4-7 days to complete, depending on your schedule and pace of learning.

Benefits:

• Global Recognition: Earn the world’s most recognized scuba certification, allowing you to dive anywhere in the world.
• Personal Growth: Develop confidence, discipline, and a deep respect for the underwater environment.
• Adventure: Embrace a new hobby that opens up a world of adventure, from exploring shipwrecks to swimming with diverse marine life.

Required to HAVE With You:

• Mask (non-mirrored)
• Snorkel
• Scuba fins
• SMB (Surface Market Buoy)

Included:

• PADI eLearning
• Equipment rental – BCD (Buoyancy Control Device), regulator, tanks, weights, dive computer 

 Not Included:

• Location fees – Lake Denton entry fees or other location entry fees
• Charter boat fees
• Hotel or meals

Join the PADI Open Water Diver course and embark on an unforgettable journey beneath the waves. Whether you’re seeking adventure, tranquility, or a new perspective on the world, scuba diving offers endless possibilities.