Dive Northampton

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, contact Andy on andy@divenorthampton.co.uk 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 Junior Open Water Diver program is available to you. If you are between 10 and 14 or have a child between these ages, there is a PADI Junior Open Water Diver program available.

A PADI Junior Open Water Diver between the ages of 10 and 11 years may only dive with a PADI Professional, a certified parent or certified guardian to a maximum depth of 12 metres/40 feet.

 - 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.

Click here to see a specimen Schedule for the Open Water Course and Referral option.

- How does the eLearning option work? 

eLearning would suit anyone who cannot get into the Dive Centre to complete their Dive Theory element. 

- What will I need?

PADI Open Water Crew-Pak
PADI Open Water DVD
Log Book

All these are provided to you when you book and are included in your course fees.

- How do I book?

Contact Andy on andy@divenorthampton.co.uk for details about your PADI Open Water Diver certification. or better still, come into the Dive Centre and we can get your Course organised and get you started straight away!