PADI Open Water Diver
If you've always wondered what lies beneath the surface, now is the time to find out. Start the journey of a lifetime with the PADI Open Water Diver course, the world's most popular scuba course. Becoming a diver with Ventura Dive & Sport opens a door to a whole new world.
This course fee covers online learning, pool sessions, and certification dives. All scuba equipment is provided except for personal equipment (i.e., mask, snorkel, fins, and boots).
Please see below for full course details.
Availability: Contact us for booking information
Why Choose Ventura Dive & Sport?
Discover the ultimate convenience and adventure at our dive shop! With our on-site pool, top-quality gear, and a dedicated boat for certification dives, we provide everything you need in one place. No need to haul equipment to the beach—we've got it covered. We make the certification process seamless, comfortable, and stress-free. Dive in with us and experience hassle-free training and exploration like never before!
Course Overview
The PADI Open Water Diver course consists of three main parts:
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Knowledge Development - online learning to understand basics of dive theory
- Confined Water Dives - master the required scuba skills for open water
- Open Water Certification Dives - bring your newly mastered skills to a real diving environment while exploring!
Part 1: Knowledge Development
Once you've signed up for the course, we will send you a link to access PADI's online learning. This allows you to complete your knowledge development at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. When you have completed the online learning and final exam, you are ready for your confined-water dives!
Part 2: Confined Water Dives
Your confined water dives will take place at Ventura Dive & Sport at our onsite pool! You will learn and master the different dive skills and techniques needed for certification. The pool usually can be done in a weekend, however, if a student needs more time, we can set up a private lesson on your schedule.
Part 3: Open Water Certification Dives
The final portion of the certification includes a minimum of four dives in the open water scheduled over at least two days. We accomplish that on our very own boat, The Raptor! You will finish your certification over a weekend out at the beautiful Channel Islands.
Prerequisites:
- 10 years or older (ages 10-14 can earn the Junior Open Water Diver certification)
- Complete all required paperwork
The Scuba Gear You Use
In the PADI Open Water Diver course, you learn to use basic scuba gear, including a dive computer and standard accessories. You will need to bring your own swimsuit, towel, mask, fins, snorkel, and dive booties. We'll provide everything else.
Required Paperwork
We'll be sending new students a Smartwaiver to let you fill out all the required paperwork online. This will include a Medical Questionnaire, which may require you to get a physician's approval before diving.
Course Cost
All-Inclusive Package: $900 This includes your online learning, scuba equipment (rental BCD, regulators, dive computer, wetsuit, cylinder, and weights), confined-water dives, and dives on our boat.
You will need to purchase your own mask, snorkel, fins, and booties before the class.
If you are planning to finish your certification dives on a trip or would like a private lesson, please contact the shopto discuss your options.
