Where can I do my PADI Open Water?

London School of Diving is the capital’s premier PADI dive school and the only London dive centre to be equipped with a purpose built heated scuba pool. We are a PADI 5* Career Development Centre and conduct all scuba diving courses from Try Dives to Instructor level courses.

How much does PADI Open Water cost?

Open Water: 4 certification dives $ 335 Includes equipment rental with dive computers, instruction, certification card and remedial dives at no charge. OW Package: total $ 715 Open Water dive certification – recognized worldwide. Open Water course above PLUS Dry suit specialty: $ 999 Two PADI dive certifications!

How long does a PADI license last?

It covers everything you’ve learned over the 4 days. It has a very high pass rate so no need to worry, as long as you pay attention during the course! Your PADI licence will never expire but just like any other skill you will need to brush up on it every now and then!

What does PADI Open Water allow you to do?

– Open Water Divers: can plan and execute dives with a certified buddy or dive professional to a maximum depth of 18 meters/60 feet. – Scuba Divers: may only dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional to a maximum depth of 12 metres/40 feet.

Is PADI Open Water worth it?

You’ll learn all about the gear you need, underwater hand signals, how to equalise your ears, as well as other techniques and skills you may need. You can expect a PADI Open Water Diver certification to cost between $350-$500 depending on where you learn. But I promise, the cost is worth it.

Is PADI Open Water Difficult?

To get the PADI Open Water Certification is not actually that difficult and PADI have worked hard to make it easy and safe for most people to get this Open Water certification. The PADI slogan says it all: “PADI, the Way the World Learns to Dive”.

Can you fail PADI Open Water?

If you fail, you can retake the test. See ‘PADI confined water tests’ below for more. Open water dives: you must complete four open water dives in which you demonstrate your skills.

Is PADI certification good for life?

No, your certification will not expire. As an PADI Open Water Diver, your certification is good for life. If you do not actively participate in scuba for an extended period of time, however, it’s a good idea to refresh your skills through the PADI ReActivate class.

Is it worth getting advanced open water?

You don’t need to be an advanced diver to take the advanced open water course. In fact you can jump straight on to it as soon as you have finished your open water. For some divers it is sometimes worth doing a few extra fun dives before signing up. However some of the best dives are deeper.

Can you fail PADI?

If you fail, you can retake the test. See ‘PADI test questions’ below for more. See ‘PADI confined water tests’ below for more. Open water dives: you must complete four open water dives in which you demonstrate your skills.

How long does a PADI Open Water course take?

three to four days
PADI Open Water You can typically gain your Open Water qualification in three to four days. This course involves elements of theoretical study, practice dives in a pool or pool-like environment, and four dives in open water.

What are the parts of the PADI open water course?

The PADI Open Water Diver course includes three parts: Knowledge Development, Confined Water Dives, and Open Water Dives. Knowledge Development covers the principles, concepts and terms you need to know for dive safety and enjoyment. During the Confined Water Dives, you learn and practice scuba skills in shallow water with pool-like conditions.

How old do you have to be to take a PADI course?

To enroll in a PADI Open Water Diver course (or Junior Open Water Diver course), you must be 10 years old or older. You need adequate swimming skills and need to be in good physical health. No prior experience with scuba diving is required.

Do you have to be a scuba diver to take PADI Open Water Diver?

No prior experience with scuba diving is required. The PADI Open Water Diver course consists of three main phases: Open Water Dives to use your skills and explore! You may be able to get college credit for the Open Water Diver course. Short on time? The PADI Scuba Diver course might be right for you.

Where can I learn to be an open water diver?

You can start your learning now with PADI’s home-study materials – Open Water Diver eLearning. You should also stop by your local PADI dive shop to enroll in the course and speak to a PADI Instructor about scheduling time for inwater training.

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