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PADI Open Water Certification

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It’s as easy as 1 – 2 – 3

  • Review theory online

  • Practice dive skills in the pool

  • Training dives in the lake

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Our flexible pricing options make it easy to get started.

$799 + HST

Standard Course

  • Group Instruction
  • PADI eLearning
  • 2 Days Of Pool Training
  • 2 Day Of Lake Training
  • All Scuba Rentals*
  • PADI Open Water License
$1249 + HST

Private Fast Track

  • 1 on 1 Instruction
  • PADI eLearning
  • 1 Day Of Pool Training
  • 2 Day Of Lake Training
  • All Scuba Rentals*
  • PADI Open Water License
$2529 + HST

Advanced Diver Starter Pack

  • 1 on 1 Instruction
  • PADI Open Water Certification Course
  • PADI Advanced Open Water Certification Course
  • PADI Enriched Air Diver Certification Course
  • 1 Day Of Pool Training
  • 4 Day Of Lake Training
  • All Course Materials
  • All Scuba Rentals for the Open Water Course*
  • All PADI Certification Fees

All of our courses also include:

  • 1 Year Free Membership To Our Pool
  • Free Scuba Tune-Ups For Life
  • $100 in Gift Certificates*

Open Water Certification: frequently asked questions

How much does the PADI Open Water Certification cost at Dive World?

The Standard Course (group instruction) is $799 + HST. The Private Fast Track (1 on 1 instruction) is $1249 + HST.

What is included in the Standard Course?

Group instruction, PADI eLearning, 2 days of pool training, 2 days of lake training, all scuba rentals, and the PADI Open Water license.

What is included in the Private Fast Track?

1 on 1 instruction, PADI eLearning, 1 day of pool training, 2 days of lake training, all scuba rentals, and the PADI Open Water license.

What is the minimum age?

The minimum age is 10.

Is there a swimming requirement?

Yes. You need to swim 200 metres nonstop at any speed, or snorkel 300 metres nonstop wearing a mask, snorkel and fins. You also need to float or tread water for 10 minutes in water too deep to stand in.

What is the schedule for the pool and lake sessions?

Private Fast Track pool training runs 2PM to 9PM on a Saturday or Sunday. Standard group pool training runs 2PM to 9PM on Saturday and 4PM to 9PM on Sunday. For the Standard group course, lake dives run 9AM to about 2PM on Saturday and Sunday. Private lake dives can be scheduled any day at any time, weather permitting.

Where does the pool training take place?

Pool training is at Swansea Pool. Dive World rents the entire facility just for its students, and it is a large heated indoor pool.

Where do the certification dives take place?

Standard course certification dives take place at Humber Bay Park West. Private certification dives can take place any day at any time, weather permitting, at Humber Bay Park West, or on select dates in Tobermory. Contact us for details.

When are the certification dives held?

Group certification dives are offered once a month in June, July, August and September. Private certification dives are available year-round, weather permitting.

Do I need to bring my own gear?

Scuba equipment rentals are included for the Open Water Certification course. Mask, snorkel, boots and fins are not included. Students provide their own scuba quality mask, snorkel, boots and fins for hygiene and comfort, and Dive World has a large selection in stock to help you find the right fit.

What if I need more time to complete the course?

PADI courses are performance-based, not time-based. Students must demonstrate all required knowledge and performance requirements before they are referred for open water training or certified. If additional training is needed, it can be scheduled separately and is subject to the applicable training fee.

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