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| Certifying Agency | PADI, SSI |
|---|---|
| Class Types | Private, Touch / e-Learning, Regular / Group, Semi-Private |
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Open Water Diver Class
$425.00 – $650.00
If you want to dive anywhere you want, with anyone you want, join the Open Water Diver program. This is your international certification to become part of an exclusive group of underwater explorers that most people only dream about joining! Learning to dive is much easier than you think.
This globally recognized certification program is the best way to begin your lifelong adventures as a certified scuba diver. Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions to ensure you have the skills and experience required to become truly comfortable underwater. You will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.
The Open Water Diver is the first scuba certification level. One of our highly-trained instructor will teach you how to scuba dive in a relaxed, supportive learning environment. By the end of the course, you will have the skills and knowledge to dive at home or abroad and explore the underwater world.
You will practice using scuba gear in a pool (or pool-like environment) until you are comfortable. Your training includes practice “mini dives” to help you build confidence in your new abilities before making four dives in open water.
Facts And Training Standards:
- Able to swim; medically fit for diving
- Minimum age: 10 years or older
- Pool/Confined Water Sessions: 5/6
- Open Water Dives: 4
- Depth: most dives are shallow 12m/40ft, the maximum allowed training depth is 18m/60ft
Required:
- Completed Medical Statement
- Personal snorkeling gear: Scuba rate mask, snorkel, fins & dive boots
Includes:
- Lifetime certification card
- Use of rental gear for class duration
Open Water class options:
- group / Regular -> Traditional
- Semi-Private -> 3-4 students / Split schedule
- Private -> 1-2 students
We offer the choice of PADI or SSI certifying agencies.
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Boat Diver Class
If you’re new to boat diving or want to learn more about diving from different types of boats, enroll in the Boat Diver course. During two dives with your instructor, you will learn nautical terminology, boat diving etiquette and may practice using lines and/or deploy a surface marker buoy (SMB). Your instructor will help you gain the skills to dive off a boat, to help you access dive sites around the world!
The class fee includes one 2-tank boat charter booking per student.
You can pick the certifying agency of your choice: PADI or SSI.
Divemaster Course – PADI
In the divemaster class, you will learn how to give site and dive briefings, lead divers underwater, assist with scuba classes and inspire others to care about the ocean. Hone your skills and be the diver everyone admires. The Divemaster certification is the most popular and most recognized professional scuba certification in the world. Divemasters enjoy abundant career opportunities, get paid to travel, scuba dive and share their love for the ocean.
Course fee does not Include PADI pro fees.
EFR Primary and Secondary Care Instructor Course
During the Emergency First Response Instructor course, you will build on your skill as an Emergency Responder and focus on developing your instructional abilities to teach these skills to others. The Instructor course provides you with the additional training necessary to teach the Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR), Secondary Care (First Aid), Care for Children, CPR & AED courses (region-specific workplace courses may require additional training). Through a multi-media approach of independent study, classroom sessions and practical teaching assignments, you learn to conduct Emergency First Response courses.
The instructor course covers specific goals and performance requirements for the Primary Care, Secondary Care, Care for Children and CPR & AED courses, along with instruction on how to structure learning, the requirements of performance-based training, and your role as the instructor in the learning environment. You also learn how to motivate students, evaluate student knowledge, present course content effectively, become proficient in developing students’ hands-on skills practice sessions, and are taught how to present an effective scenario-based learning experience. You’ll also receive information helpful in marketing your EFR business.
Prerequisites:
To enter the Emergency First Response Instructor course, you must be 18 years old and have completed CPR and first aid training in the past 24 months or a be a practicing medical professional such as a physician, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic or Registered Nurse.