Open Water Diver Course
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Open Water Diver Course
Open Water Diver Course

LEARN TO DIVE IN MELBOURNE WITH ACADEMY OF SCUBA!

ARE YOU READY TO EARN THE WORLD’S MOST RECOGNISED ENTRY-LEVEL SCUBA DIVING CERTIFICATION?

START YOUR OPEN WATER WITH ACADEMY OF SCUBA AND BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURES EXPLORING THE UNDERWATER WORLD! ON THIS COURSE YOU CAN LEARN ALL THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO BECOME A SAFE AND COMPETENT SCUBA DIVER, AND BE CERTIFIED TO DIVE TO 18M ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD.


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Convenience

Time is precious and we want to spend it doing activities we love.  This is why we have tailored most of our Open Water Diver courses to be conducted over 1 weekend.  It is the minimal time investment, maximum enjoyment way to be immersed in the wonderful underwater world without compromising training and safety. 

Personalisation

Our small ratios mean your Open Water Diver course will be tailored to meet your needs.  One of the only centres in Victoria that offers 2 boat dives as a standard; with expert advice, training and the most professional dive instructors in the industry, our team can focus on ensuring you get the most out of your first underwater adventure.

Low Risk / High Reward

If you are not sure that diving is for you, we offer you a 100% money-back guarantee, if you decide diving isn't for you at your pool session. This guarantee gives you the peace of mind that your investment is not wasted.  Being supported all the way through your experience, you will build confidence while you focus on the amazing immersive experience of scuba diving.  C’mon.  Do it.

BOOK WITH A BUDDY AND SAVE!

LEARNING TO DIVE WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY IS ALWAYS A SPECIAL EXPERIENCE.

BOOK 2 PEOPLE INTO THIS COURSE AND RECEIVE A $30 VOUCHER EACH TO GO TOWARDS YOUR SNORKELLING EQUIPMENT.

BOOK 3 OR MORE AND RECEIVE A $50 VOUCHER EACH.

PRIVATE COURSES CAN BE ARRANGED FOR INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS.

Prerequisites

12 years of age and above

A full dive medical from a dive doctor must be obtained prior to this course

Students must have their own mask, snorkel, boots and fins

Course Price and Duration

$849

The PADI Open Water Diver course is offered as a 2, 3 or 4 day course, depending on your availability and learning speed.

Private courses are available. Complete your training any time that is convenient for you.  Please enquire for further details.


Course Content

Theory – online eLearning or course manual

Pool – swims and confined water skills

Shore and Boat Dives – Open Water dives 1-4 at local sites

Which Course is Right for Me?

Academy of Scuba offers the PADI Open Water course as a 2, 3 or 4 day course. You learn all the same skills and are certified to the same level on all the courses, but you may choose to take things a little slower, or faster, depending on your time commitments, learning speed and comfort in the water. Please give us a call to speak to one of our friendly team if you’re still wondering which course is right for you.

Our Team

Academy of Scuba is lucky to have some of the best dive professionals in the business.

Interested in who will be teaching you to scuba dive? Check out our team here!

Equipment Requirements

Being comfortable when you’re diving is vital. For your Open Water course, we ask that you have your own mask, snorkel, boots and fins at a minimum, so that you are able to relax and enjoy your training, not worrying about gear that doesn’t fit.

The Academy of Scuba team is here to help you professionally fit this equipment and our wide range in store has something for everyone, at every budget. We also offer a student discount and a no questions exchange policy, so if something is not fitting in your pool session just let us know and we’ll change it out.

Transportation

We highly recommend that you have access to a car for the duration of your course as Academy of Scuba does not offer transportation services currently.

FAQs

It’s normal to have questions.

Head over to our FAQs page and see if we’ve already answered yours, or get in touch with us today!

What are you waiting for?

Learn to scuba dive today!

100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

2 BOAT DIVES INCLUDED

4 STUDENT TO 1 DIVE PROFESSIONAL RATIO

WE ORGANISE REUNION DIVES AND WILL KEEP YOU DIVING

YOU WILL MAKE LIFELONG FRIENDS

WE CAN BACK OURSELVES UP – JUST READ OUR FEEDBACK

WHETHER IT’S YOUR FIRST FORAY INTO THE UNDERWATER WORLD, ADVANCED OR IF YOUR WANTING TEC COURSES, THE STAFF AND INSTRUCTORS ARE SUPER HELPFUL AND KNOWLEDGEABLE AND DIVE REGULARLY AROUND MELBOURNE, IT’S BAY AND PENINSULAS. GREAT DIVE CLUB WITH EXTENSIVE DIVE ACTIVITY AND WEEKLY OPPORTUNITIES TO CATCH UP WITH FELLOW DIVERS. HAVING JUST COMPLETED MY SIXTH COURSE (MORE PLANNED) WITH AOS I WOULD RECOMMEND ANY COURSE, EQUIPMENT PURCHASE OR ANY DIVE RELATED INQUIRY START WITH AOS.

ANDREW MURCHIE

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07/Aug/2021
08/Aug/2021
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Open Water Course - 7th/8th August ( $849 )

  • Theory Review - - Sat 7th August - Academy of Scuba
  • Pool Session (Confined Open Water) - - Sat 7th August 07:30 - - pool location tbc
  • Shore Dive 1 (Open Water Dive 1) - - Sat 7th August 16:30 - - Rye or Blairgowrie Pier
  • Shore Dive 2 (Open Water Dive 2) - - Sun 8th August, tbc - - Blairgowrie Pier
  • Boat Dives (Open Water Dives 3 & 4) - - Sun 8th August, timing tbc - - depart Portsea Pier
  • - -

ALL students must complete an AS4005.1 dive medical prior to in water training. Times and schedule subject to change.

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2.
28/Aug/2021
29/Aug/2021
Almost Full

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Open Water Course - 28th/29th August ( $849 )

  • Theory Review - - Sat 28th August - Academy of Scuba
  • Pool Session (Confined Open Water) - - Sat 28th August 07:30 - - pool location tbc
  • Shore Dive 1 (Open Water Dive 1) - - Sat 28th August 16:30 - - Rye or Blairgowrie Pier
  • Shore Dive 2 (Open Water Dive 2) - - Sun 29th August, tbc - - Blairgowrie Pier
  • Boat Dives (Open Water Dives 3 & 4) - - Sun 29th August, timing tbc - - depart Portsea Pier
  • - -

ALL students must complete an AS4005.1 dive medical prior to in water training. Times and schedule subject to change.

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3.
04/Sep/2021
05/Sep/2021
Available

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Open Water Course - 4th/5th September ( $849 )

  • Theory Review - - Sat 4th September - Academy of Scuba
  • Pool Session (Confined Open Water) - - Sat 4th September 07:30 - - pool location tbc
  • Shore Dive 1 (Open Water Dive 1) - - Sat 4th September 16:30 - - Rye or Blairgowrie Pier
  • Shore Dive 2 (Open Water Dive 2) - - Sun 5th September, tbc - - Blairgowrie Pier
  • Boat Dives (Open Water Dives 3 & 4) - - Sun 5th September, timing tbc - - depart Portsea Pier
  • - -

ALL students must complete an AS4005.1 dive medical prior to in water training. Times and schedule subject to change.

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4.
25/Sep/2021
26/Sep/2021
Available

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Open Water Course - 25th/26th September ( $849 )

  • Theory Review - - Sat 25th September - Academy of Scuba
  • Pool Session (Confined Open Water) - - Sat 25thSeptember 07:30 - - pool location tbc
  • Shore Dive 1 (Open Water Dive 1) - - Sat 25th September 16:30 - - Rye or Blairgowrie Pier
  • Shore Dive 2 (Open Water Dive 2) - - Sun 26th September, tbc - - Blairgowrie Pier
  • Boat Dives (Open Water Dives 3 & 4) - - Sun 26th September, timing tbc - - depart Portsea Pier
  • - -

ALL students must complete an AS4005.1 dive medical prior to in water training. Times and schedule subject to change.

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5.
02/Oct/2021
03/Oct/2021
Available

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Open Water Course - 2nd/3rd October ( $849 )

  • Theory Review - - Sat 2nd October - Academy of Scuba
  • Pool Session (Confined Open Water) - - Sat 2nd October07:30 - - pool location tbc
  • Shore Dive 1 (Open Water Dive 1) - - Sat 2nd October 16:30 - - Rye or Blairgowrie Pier
  • Shore Dive 2 (Open Water Dive 2) - - Sun 3rd October, tbc - - Blairgowrie Pier
  • Boat Dives (Open Water Dives 3 & 4) - - Sun 3rd October, timing tbc - - depart Portsea Pier
  • - -

ALL students must complete an AS4005.1 dive medical prior to in water training. Times and schedule subject to change.

Book Now

6.
23/Oct/2021
24/Oct/2021
Available

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Open Water Course - 23rd/24th October ( $849 )

  • Theory Review - - Sat 23rd October - Academy of Scuba
  • Pool Session (Confined Open Water) - - Sat 23rd October 07:30 - - pool location tbc
  • Shore Dive 1 (Open Water Dive 1) - - Sat 23rd October 16:30 - - Rye or Blairgowrie Pier
  • Shore Dive 2 (Open Water Dive 2) - - Sun 24th October, tbc - - Blairgowrie Pier
  • Boat Dives (Open Water Dives 3 & 4) - - Sun 24th October, timing tbc - - depart Portsea Pier
  • - -

ALL students must complete an AS4005.1 dive medical prior to in water training. Times and schedule subject to change.

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