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PADI Open Water
Class Price:
From $329.00
*4 days accommodation included
*PADI Core Class
Book NowDuration: Four Days
PADI Scuba Diver Certification
Minimum Age:
10 years and older.
Location:
Utila, Honduras.
Requirements:
None, entry level.
Looking to make that first step into exploring the underwater world with passionate and professional instructors? This is the place to start! The open water course is PADIs entry level scuba certification. PADI stands for professional association of scuba instructors and is the most recognized diving organization in the world responsible for certifying 75% of entry level scuba divers worldwide. This course is for anyone interested in beginning their scuba education under the care of the most experienced professionals in Utila, after completing this course you will be able to dive all over the world and certifications are valid for life!
What You Should Expect
Utila is a world renowned diving location for entry level divers and dive professionals due to its pristine waters and diverse dive sites. During the course you and your course mates will be introduced to the basics of scuba theory and skills while being guided by one of our seasoned dive instructors around some of the most beautiful reefs in the world. You can expect to have a great time and have a life changing underwater experience.
+ What You'll Need
You will need a swimsuit, towel, reef safe sunscreen and a desire to explore our underwater ecosystem! Some students will also need medical clearance from a medical professional prior to any in water activity. See the medical below!
+ How Long It Will Take
The program takes four days to complete from start to finish! With a half day of theory followed by three days of in-water skills practice. To take advantage of your free fun dives you may choose to stay an extra day!
+ Step By Step
Open Water Course Structure
Knowledge Development
Theory first! This can either be done online prior to your arrival to utila or in one of our air conditioned classrooms. We will start with videos and knowledge reviews prior to getting you in the water to ensure you understand the basic fundamentals of diving.
Confined Waters Training
Confined water training is necessary to introduce and practice skills in a calm, clear and controlled environment. Here is where you will learn what each piece of equipment does, how to set it up, put it on and then enter the water for the first time! Once in the water an instructor will demonstrate each necessary skill needed to dive safely such as clearing a mask, recovering your regulator and buoyancy skills that will get you flying over the reef with ease in no time!
Open Water Sessions
The moment that you will be able to take all of your new found knowledge and skills to the reef! You will take one of our comfortable shaded boats to one of the many wonderful dive sites surrounding utila. You will get four open water dives during the course. The first open water day will have a maximum depth of 12 meters 40 feet. The second day will take you to 18 meters 60 feet.
Knowledge Development
Theory first! This can either be done online prior to your arrival to utila or in one of our air conditioned classrooms. We will start with videos and knowledge reviews prior to getting you in the water to ensure you understand the basic fundamentals of diving.
Confined Waters Training
Confined water training is necessary to introduce and practice skills in a calm, clear and controlled environment. Here is where you will learn what each piece of equipment does, how to set it up, put it on and then enter the water for the first time! Once in the water an instructor will demonstrate each necessary skill needed to dive safely such as clearing a mask, recovering your regulator and buoyancy skills that will get you flying over the reef with ease in no time!
Open Water Sessions
The moment that you will be able to take all of your new found knowledge and skills to the reef! You will take one of our comfortable shaded boats to one of the many wonderful dive sites surrounding utila. You will get four open water dives during the course. The first open water day will have a maximum depth of 12 meters 40 feet. The second day will take you to 18 meters 60 feet.
Frequently Asked Questions