Beginner | PADI | 4 days
Open Water Diver
Become an independent certified diver. Learn the knowledge, skills and safety habits to dive with a buddy anywhere in the world, to 18 m.
PRICE
QAR 2000
What you'll learn
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Certified to dive to 18 m worldwide
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Buddy diving skills
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Buoyancy & navigation
What's included
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eLearning access
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Confined-water sessions
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4 open-water dives
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Rental gear
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PADI certification card
PADI requirements
Prerequisites
- Minimum age 10 (Junior Open Water Diver for ages 10–14)
- Diver Medical Questionnaire before any in-water training; physician's approval for any "yes" answer
- Adequate swimming ability (see water skills)
Age & depth limits
| WHO | MAX DEPTH | CONDITIONS |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 10–11 | 12 m | Must dive with a PADI Professional or a certified parent/guardian |
| Ages 12–14 | 18 m | Must dive with a certified adult |
| Ages 15+ | 18 m | Dive independently with a certified buddy |
Course structure
- Knowledge development: PADI eLearning or classroom sessions with quizzes and a final exam
- 5 confined water dives to learn and master the core skills
- 4 open water dives, completed over at least 2 days
Water skills & fitness
- 200 m continuous swim, or 300 m with mask, fins and snorkel (no time limit, any stroke)
- 10-minute float or tread water without aids
After the course
Dive with a certified buddy without professional supervision to 18 m (or the depth you trained to, if shallower), rent gear and get air fills anywhere in the world. Junior divers can upgrade to the standard card at 15. Next step: Advanced Open Water, Enriched Air, Peak Performance Buoyancy.
Summary of current PADI standards. Everyone completes the PADI Diver Medical Questionnaire; any “yes” answer needs a physician’s approval before diving. Your instructor confirms eligibility before training starts.
FAQ
Do I need to know how to swim?
Yes. PADI requires a 200 m continuous swim (or 300 m with mask, fins and snorkel), any stroke and no time limit, plus a 10-minute float or tread water without aids. We check this before your open water dives.
Do you provide equipment?
Yes. Full rental gear is included in the price of every course.
Cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 72h before start. See policies for full details.
Health declaration?
Everyone completes the PADI Diver Medical Questionnaire before any in-water activity. Any “yes” answer needs a physician’s written approval before you dive.
COURSE FACTS
Duration
4 days
Max depth
18 m
Min age
10+
Agency
PADI
Certification
Worldwide
