Unlock the door to the underwater world with the SDI Open Water Scuba Diver certification, your first step into scuba diving freedom. Learn online at your pace, develop skills in the pool, and experience the thrill of open-water dives, as you earn a passport to dive the globe. The SDI Open Water Scuba Diver certification is designed for: - Persons wishing to receive a comprehensive introduction to scuba diving - Those interested in underwater exploration and marine life - Individuals looking to participate in a new recreational activity full of excitement Whether you’re 15 or 65, the certification is tailored to those with a sense of adventure and a love for the natural world. With options available for younger enthusiasts aged 10-14 through the Junior Open Water Scuba Diver course, it ensures that the wonders of diving are accessible to family members of various ages. What Skills Will You Learn? - Understanding the Aquatic Environment: Learn how vision, light, sound, and heat loss differ underwater and how tides, currents, waves, and surge affect diving. - Physics and Physiology: Grasp the principles of buoyancy, pressure, air spaces, and the implications of breathing compressed air. - Equipment Mastery: From selection and assembly to maintenance, learn how to handle dive gear responsibly. - Dive Planning and Safety: Develop the skills necessary for basic scuba skills, underwater navigation, buddy systems, emergency procedures, and basic rescue techniques. Upon completion, you’ll be equipped to conduct open-water dives, continue your education, and join the ranks of certified recreational divers worldwide.

Course Name

SDI_Open_Water_Scuba_Diver

Included in package

e-learning course classroom sessions pool dives 4 open water dives air fills rental of the life support gear (bcd, regulator, dive computer, wetsuit, weights, and scuba cylinders) Digital Certification Card

Not included in package

Transportation to and from dive site Private 1-on-1 training (contact us for private courses) Boat Charter fees (if applicable) You will need to own or purchase Scuba quality mask, fins, dive boots, and a snorkel for this class.

Other information

Classroom and Pool Sessions After completing your e-learning course you will need to come to the dive shop for a classroom session. During that time we will go over the course, dive gear set-up, and answer any questions you may have. If you need to purchase a gear package we can assist you during that time. Pool training is normally held on Sunday afternoons at a local facility in the midlands area. There are also other days and times available for pool training. Open Water Dives: After sucessfull completion of the pool session, students must successfully complete at least 4 open water dives to receive certification. Dives are normally held at Lake Murray or Lake Jocassee during the warmer months. When the water gets cold we will dive at Lake Keowee or the Flordia Springs (additional fees may be associated). We suggest everyone to do boat dives at Lake Jocassee or Lake Keowee to get the most out of your training experience. However, shore dives are included with the cost of the course at Lake Murray. If you opt for a boat dive, it is additional $75 per day for open water students.