PADI Open Water and PADI Advanced Open Water

If you want to dive into the depths of our planet's amazing waterways and explore under the oceans, lakes, and rivers, FlyingFish Scuba School offers the PADI Open Water Diver course. This globally recognized qualification allows you to participate in scuba diving excursions all over the world, with a maximum depth of 18 meters / 60 feet. Every year, millions of individuals take this course, proving its usefulness. At FlyingFish Scuba School in Goa, we not only provide a complete learning experience, but we also make sure it is enjoyable. Come join us in the Goa Sea and make lifelong memories.


The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course expands on the fundamental abilities taught in the Open Water Diver Course, allowing divers to expand their knowledge and ability in scuba diving. It comprises of five dives, two of which are required: a deep dive of 30 meters (100 feet) and a navigation dive. The diver selects the remaining three dives from a list of alternatives including drift diving, peak performance buoyancy, underwater photography, fish identification, night diving, search and recovery, and wreck diving, among others.

This training gives divers useful experiences at several dive locations, helping them comprehend the underwater environment and improve their abilities. The course normally takes 2-3 days to complete and needs a minimum age of 12 years, with maximum depths determined by the diver's age. Enrolling in the Advanced Open Water Diver Course requires completion of the Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification.

Duration	Prerequisites	Swimming Skills	Min. Age	Max. Depth
3 – 4 Days	None	No	10 years for Junior OW Diver / 15 years for OW Diver	12m for Junior OW (Age 10-11) / 18m for OW (Age 12+)

Inclusive:

Item	Description
Wetsuit (3mm)	Full-body suit, 3mm thickness
Open Water Dives	Guided dives in open water
Scuba Equipment Rental	Full set of scuba gear
Surface Interval Refreshments	Refreshments during surface intervals
Confined Water Dives	Dives in a controlled environment for training
Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s)	Dive weights, weight belt, and tanks
Mask/Snorkel	Diving mask and snorkel
Fins (Full Foot)	Full-foot fins for propulsion
BCD (Buoyancy Control Device)	Device for controlling buoyancy underwater
Regulator	Device for breathing underwater
Video and Photo Service (Paid)	Professional video and photo service (additional fee)

Exclusive:

Optional Activities	Optional activities or excursions not listed in the package
Damage or Loss of Equipment	Damage or loss of rental equipment beyond normal wear and tear
Emergency Services	Emergency medical services beyond basic first aid

FAQS

PADI Open Water Diver Course	PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course
What is the course about?	What prerequisites are needed?
Entry-level scuba diving certification allowing independent dives	Completion of PADI Open Water Diver certification
Who can enroll?	What is covered in the course?
Individuals aged 10 and above (Junior Open Water Diver)	Five adventure dives including Deep and Underwater Navigation
Individuals aged 15 and above (Open Water Diver)	How long does it take to complete?
Good physical health and comfortable in the water	Usually completed over 2-3 days with dives and knowledge development
What gear is required?	What are the benefits?
Mask, snorkel, fins, dive computer, BCD, regulator, wetsuit	Enhanced diving skills and confidence in various underwater scenarios
Can I start online?	What adventures can I choose from?
Yes, through PADI eLearning	Deep, Underwater Navigation, Peak Performance Buoyancy, and more
What if I have a medical condition?	Can I enroll immediately after Open Water Diver certification?
Some conditions may require medical approval	Yes, with proof of completion