| Cozumel Scuba Diving: PADI
Classes PADI Open Water Diver Course
Now is the time to dive into the PADI Open Water Diver course, the most popular
dive program in the world! This is your ticket to a lifetime of intense
adventure with PADI, the dive company that sets the standards in the global
diving community.
Why PADI Open Water?
As a certified PADI Open Water Diver, the
most widely recognized and respected rating in the world, you have
the freedom to dive with a buddy independent of a professional. If
you already tried a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience or are
PADI Scuba Diver certified, check with your instructor to see how
credit from these courses may apply to the open water program.
What do I need to start?
Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably
fit, and comfortable in the water can earn a PADI Open Water Diver
certification. You must be older than the age of 14 to begin the
PADI Open Water Diver program. For those of you who are not above
the age of 14 and would like to participate in the PADI Open Water
Diver Program, then the PADI Jr Open Water Diver program is available
to you. If you are 14 or have a child this age, there is a PADI Junior
Open Water Diver program available.
What will I do?
Throughout the course, you’ll learn
fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques.
You earn this rating by completing five pool dives and knowledge
development sessions and by making four open water (ocean or lake)
dives.
How long will it take?
PADI programs are performance based. You proceed
as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you
to work at a pace that is comfortable for you.
What will I need?
- PADI Open Water Crew-Pak
- PADI Open Water Video or DVD
- Log Book
Where can I go from here?
Continue the adventure with PADI’s Adventures
in diving program, you next step in exploring the underwater world.
Stop by you dive shop for more information on the PADI Adventures
In Diving program.

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