PADI Open Water Diver Course
The PADI Open Water Diver course is your launch point into the underwater world. Learn to dive safely, build real confidence in the water, and earn a globally recognized certification with guidance from our highly experienced dive professionals. Our pricing is all-inclusive with no hidden fees.
If you don’t see course dates that fit your schedule, sign up for Open Water Now, get started on your eLearning, and let us know when you're ready to get in the water.
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Learn to Dive at Space City Dive Center
Becoming a certified scuba diver opens the door to a lifetime of adventure, exploration, and unforgettable experiences underwater. The PADI Open Water Diver course at Space City Dive Center is designed to take you from curious beginner to confident certified diver through structured training, hands-on practice, and professional guidance every step of the way.
You’ll learn the fundamentals of scuba diving through online learning completed at your own pace, then put those skills into action during confined and open water training. Our instructors focus on comfort, safety, and real-world skills so don't just earn a certification, you build real confidence in the water.
What You'll Learn
- How scuba equipment works and how to use it safely
- Essential underwater skill, buoyancy control, and communication
- Dive planning, safety awareness, and problem prevention
- How to dive confidently with a buddy in real-world conditions
Who This Experience is For
The Open Water Dive course is ideal for anyone ready to become a certified scuba diver. Whether you're interested in diving locally, planning a tropical vacation, or starting a long-term dive journey, this course gives you the skills and certification to dive anywhere in the world.
Prerequisites
- Minimum age of 10 years
- Comfortable in the water
What's Included
Your Open Water Dive Course includes all required eLearning and the use of scuba equipment during training. We provide everything you need except personal gear including mask, snorkel, fins, and boots.
Time Commitment
eLearning is completed online at your own pace. Confined and open water training can typically be completed in one weekend, depending on schedule and conditions.
Once certified, you'll be qualified to dive to depths of up to 60 feet and explore dive sites around the wor;s. Our team is always available to help you plan what comes next, from continuing educaltion to your first dive trip.