The PADI Open Water Diver certification is the most popular dive certification in the world!  Throughout the course, you’ll learn the  fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You earn this rating by completing five pool dives and knowledge development sessions (Open Water Part 1) and by making four open water (ocean or lake) dives (Open Water Part 2).

Open Water Diver Part 1

Using PADI's proven Quick Start method, we get you into the water quickly and safely.  Prior to attending the classroom portion of this course, you will watch an instructional video, perform self study, and complete knowledge reviews.  The course consists of five lecture sessions and five confined water (pool) dives.  The pool sessions allow you to master your basic dive skills in a protected environment where you can feel comfortable practicing what you've learned in class.

Open Water Diver Part 2

This course can easily be completed over a weekend.  Consisting of four open water dives, Open Water Part 2 allows you to refine your skills and learn what its like to feel the freedom of the open water for the first time.

After completing Open Water Part 1, you have up to 12 months to complete Open Water Part 2.

If you would like to save time and money getting your certification during the winter months, join us on one of our instructor led trips to the Caribbean.  This will allow you to complete your certification with us in warm tropical waters without spending a bundle for instruction at a resort dive center. 

Open Water Referrals:  We would also be more than happy to provide you with a referral for Open Water Part 2 if you complete Open Water Part 1 with us.  Please keep in mind that the cost of Open Water Part 2 may be substantially more in a resort area.

Prerequisite:  Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can learn to dive.  If you are currently under the care of a medical doctor or have a pre-existing condition that requires permission from a physician, you will need to have a medical release prior to any in-water activities.  PADI Medical Release Form.

Minimum Age: 10  A Junior Open Water Diver Certificate is provided to children ages 10 - 14.

Class Size:  Limited to 8 students

Course Includes:

• Personalized instruction by a certified PADI Instructor & Divemaster.
• All scuba gear for use during both Part 1 and Part 2 at no additional charge.  Includes:  Weight-integrated BCD, regulator, octopus, gauges with compass, wetsuit, weights, tank, & gear bag.
• Sand-n-Sea will transport your scuba gear for you and have it ready when you arrive at the pool or dive site.
• All air fills for Part 1.
• Laminated PADI Certification card upon successful completion of Open Water Diver Part 1 & Part 2.
• Introductory subscription to Dive Training magazine.
• Introductory membership to Diver's Alert Network.
• For your safety, all Sand-n-Sea staff members are certified PADI professionals with current training in CPR and First Aid.

Your Responsibilities:

Provide or purchase scuba mask, fins, snorkel, and dive boots. Purchase a PADI Open Water Diver Crew Pack. You may need to provide or purchase a hood and gloves for the Part 2 Open Water dives according to local weather conditions. Prior to coming to the first class you must watch the PADI instructional video, read all of the course materials, and complete all knowledge reviews. Provide entry fee for Part 2 dive site and any necessary air fills.  Entry Fees:  Circleville $10/day, Gilboa $12/day.  Air Fills: approximately $7/fill.

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