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PADI Open Water

The PADI Scuba Diver course in Algajola is an ideal way to start training within the PADI system, the best-known and most widely recognised diving organisation in the world.

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Medical certificate required for this course

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Activity description

This five-dive course is the entry level in the PADI system. It allows you to progress gradually down to 20m with your instructor. You will learn how to use the equipment and the basics of scuba diving while enjoying our dive sites, with their incredible visibility and rich marine life. With PADI you can complete the theory at your own pace before arriving in Algajola thanks to e-learning.

The dives progress gradually in conditions suited to beginners. Algajola offers a reassuring environment with clear waters and accessible sites. At the end of this course, you can obtain a PADI certification recognising your level worldwide. This course gives access to all exploration dives around the world. You can then continue the PADI adventure with adventure dives and themed dives, and take the Advanced Diver course.

How it works

How the activity works

  1. welcoming divers at the dive centre on the beach
  2. kitting up, then briefing
  3. boat departure from the beach
  4. per dive/session
  5. return by boat, rinsing the equipment, debriefing while filling in the logbook

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites are needed to start the Open Water Diver course?

You must have already done at least one try dive.

Is the PADI course recognised internationally?

Yes, PADI is the best-known and most widely recognised diving organisation in the world. Every dive centre on the planet knows PADI

Is equipment provided?

Of course, all equipment is provided and included in the course.

How long does the Open Water Diver course take?

you should generally allow three 2h afternoon sessions and one full morning

Do I need a medical certificate?

Yes. A medical certificate stating that you have no contraindication to scuba diving is mandatory for this course. It must be shown before the first dive.

Book PADI Open Water

Choose your slot online with Guidap or contact the Algajola Sport & Nature team if you have any doubts about the level or conditions.