PADI open water diver course
Embark on your underwater journey with our PADI Open Water Diver course, the gateway to a lifetime of adventure beneath the waves. Designed for beginners, this comprehensive course introduces you to the fundamentals of scuba diving, equipping you with the essential skills and knowledge to explore the underwater world safely and confidently. Under the guidance of our experienced PADI instructors, you'll dive into exciting hands-on training sessions in both confined water and open water settings. Through a combination of eLearning system, practical exercises, and thrilling dive experiences, you'll master essential diving techniques, learn about dive equipment, and gain insights into dive planning and safety procedures. Upon successful completion of the course, you'll earn your globally recognized PADI Open Water Diver certification, opening the door to endless opportunities for exploration and discovery beneath the surface. Join us and take the first step towards becoming a certified diver with our PADI Open Water Diver course in Perhentian Island.
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All required dive equipment usage is included in the course fee.
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what is involved?
This course typically take 3 to 4 days to be completed and is divided into three sections. Throughout the course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You will also earn a PADI Open Water Diver certification that is recognized worldwide!! You earn this rating by completing five confined water dives, five knowledge development sessions and by making four open water dives in some of the favourite dive sites around the Perhentian Island.
Knowledge development
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Independent Study through online eLearning
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Read/Review 5 Chapters
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Answer quiz questions for each chapter
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Answer knowledge review questions for each chapter
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Review missed questions
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Interact with your instructor online (if needed)
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Successfully complete the Open Water Diver final exam
IMPORTANT: ALL eLearning modules must be completed
prior to arriving in Pulau Perhentian to proceed for in-water
training!
confined water dives
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Five training dives divided into two sessions
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Learn about dive gear & equipment
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Listening to Instructor’s skills briefing
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Watch instructor’s skill demonstration
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Practice & master skill performance requirements under the guidance of your instructor
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Listening to instructor’s skills & general performance debriefing
open water dives
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Four boat dives
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Practice planning your dive
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Participate in instructor’s dive briefing
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Apply what you have learnt during the knowledge development & confined water training
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Learn how to interact with underwater environment & marine life under your instructor’s supervision
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Maximum 12 meters for dive one & two, 18 meters for dive three & four
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Listening to instructor’s advice and debriefings
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Filling up dive logs
the most popular entry-level dive program in the whole world!
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where do i begin?
Right here, right now!
If you have already tried a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience or you are a PADI Scuba Diver certified, please check with us to see how credits from these courses may apply to your Open Water Diver program. Here at Anti Gravity Divers your underwater adventure can begin as soon as today with the new PADI Open Water eLearning!! You can view these materials at your own pace and then meet with our PADI Instructor to continue your training.
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what can i do when i get certified?
As a certified PADI Open Water Diver you have the freedom to dive with a buddy independently of a professional, rent and buy scuba diving equipment and obtain tank fills. You can also enroll in PADI Continuing Education Programs such as the PADI Adventure Diver or the PADI Advanced Open Water course to sharpen your skills and learn much more!!
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course prerequisites
Minimum age: 10 year old
*10 to 14 year olds will earn PADI Junior Open Water Diver certification.
Prerequisite certification: None
Medical Fitness: Be able to answer NO to all medical questionnaires on the PADI Medical Statement. If there is a YES, must get approval from a licensed physician before any inwater training.
Swimming ability: Able to swim (without swim aid) for at least 200m or 300m using mask, snorkel & fins and must be able to float comfortably at the surface which is too deep to stand for at least 10 minutes.
All Good..?? Make sure you Contact Us if you have any questions.
Our PADI Open Water Diver course offers tremendous flexibility and lets you work out individual needs with your instructor. You’ll have all the attention and guidance from your instructor in a small class of maximum five student divers to one instructor to ensure comfort, safety and fun for everyone!! Our modern training facility is fully equipped with the latest PADI training materials ensuring an up to-date course. So..... take your time and enjoy this stress-free memorable learning experience!!
