Advanced Open Water Diver Course

If you’ve already dipped your toes into the world of diving and earned your Open Water Diver certification, the next step in your underwater adventure is the Advanced Open Water Diver course. This course is designed to help you refine your skills, explore new types of diving, and gain more confidence in the water. Here’s an in-depth look at what you can expect from the Advanced Open Water Diver course.

Course Overview

The Advanced Open Water Diver course builds on your existing knowledge and skills, introducing you to new diving experiences and techniques. It's designed to be flexible and personalised, allowing you to choose the dives that interest you the most.

Course Structure

The course includes five dives in total:

• Core Dives: The course includes two mandatory dives: a Deep Dive, which teaches you how to plan and execute dives beyond the 60-foot (18-meter) limit of the Open Water Diver certification, typically up to 100 feet (30 meters), and an Underwater Navigation Dive, which focuses on improving your navigation skills using a compass and natural underwater features.
• Elective Dives: In addition to the core dives, you’ll choose three elective dives from a list of adventure dives. Some popular options include: Night Dive, Wreck Dive, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Drift Dive, and Fish Identification.

Course Completion and Certification

Upon completion, you’ll receive the Advanced Open Water Diver certification. This certification allows you to dive up to 100 feet (30 meters) with a buddy and participate in more advanced diving activities and speciality courses.

The Advanced Open Water Diver course is a fantastic way to deepen your diving knowledge and skills while exploring new underwater frontiers. Embrace the adventure, and you'll soon be experiencing the wonders of the deep with greater expertise and enthusiasm.