Open Water Diver Course
This is your first step to become a diver. The training consists of 3 stages: Knowledge Development, Confined Water Dives and Open Water Divers. This is the most important course to take because it´s here that you will learn what become a diver means. Learn basics concepts to dive safely, how to choose and take care of your diving gear and what is the most important rules that you must follow to call yourself as a SCUBA DIVER.
Course details and requirements
From 10 year old (Parents or guardian signatures and presence is required).
The Junior Open Water Certification (10 – 12yo) maximum depth is 12m. From 13yo the maximum depth is 18m. From 15yo the certification can be upgraded to Open Water Diver. The certification is international and life-time but we recommend a refresh course or Re-activate course if you are more than 6 moth without perform any dives.
Price
| Open Water Diver | 3 days (Confined Water traing – 4Dives – Rental gear included) | Ұ90,000 |
| Open Water Diver + Advanced Open Water Diver | 5 days (Confined Water traing – 9Dives – Rental gear included) | Ұ160,000 |
| Additional Training / Refresh | 1 day | Ұ21,000 |
Aiming to develop the best skills as possible we limit to a number of 4 students per instructor.
the payment must be done on the day before.
schedule
| Time | Preschedule | |
|---|---|---|
| e-Learning | 5days | Home studying – There are 5 sessions,knowledge review and final test |
| Day1 | 9am to 3pm | Pool training – Be able to swim 200m without any equipment or stops; |
| Day2 | 7am to 4pm | 2 shore dives – Open Water Dives 1 and 2 |
| Day3 | 7am to 4pm | 3 boat dives – Open Water Dives 3 and 4 |
All the skills must be performed demonstrating confidence, comfort and coordination.
WHAT TO BRING?
Towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, windshield jacket, water and some snacks are the basic kit for all divers. Make sure you have all you might need, the sun during the summer in Okinawa could be very challenging so we recommend to bring a rash guard with UV protection and a cap.
MEETING POINT & TIME
On the very first day we will meet at the shop at 8 am. Please make sure to arrive at least 10 minutes ahead of time so we can have a chat and fill the necessary forms before you training get started. All the other days will be informed in the afternoon according to the weather condition, tides and locations.
Preview of the OW course!
Day1:Shallow Water or Pool Training
We’ll practice each essential skill needed to become a diver, step by step.
You’ll learn how to handle situations like water entering your mask or mouth, ensuring your safety and peace of mind.
The course focuses on mastering these skills without compromise.
After completing the course, you’ll be confident in your diving abilities.
Day2:Beach Diving
We’ll review the skills you learned the previous day in the actual ocean, helping you internalize them. We’ll focus on practicing neutral buoyancy and hovering skills, shaping you
Day3:Boat Diving
Boat diving is one of the highlights of diving! You’ll learn how to use the boat and the methods for entering and exiting the water, making you a diver who can dive anywhere!
After the completion of the course you will be able to:
Dive with a buddy within 18m depth;
Buy or rent diving gear;
Join to a diving trip around the world;
Make new dive buddies and friends;
Join to Advanced Open Water Course or Specialty Course;
