Why Open Water?
As a certified 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 Discover Scuba Diving experience or are 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 an Open Water Diver certification. You must be older than the age of 14 to begin the Open Water Diver program. For those of you who are not above the age of 14 and would like to participate in the Open Water Diver Program, then the 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 Junior Open Water Diver program available.

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?
Our 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.

Where can I go from here?
Continue the adventure with  Adventures in diving program, you next step in exploring the underwater world. Stop by Deep Blue Adventures for more information on the Adventures In Diving program