In the PADI eLearning program (step 1) you will learn the required scuba principles and concepts needed to continue with your in-water training. The eLearning has to be completed before any in-water training. To enroll you must be 10 years old, or older.
Add the eLearning ($195) at checkout. You will receive your Open Water Diver (eLearning) in your inbox.
Join one of our scheduled weekends in our local dive site, starting in May and through November, where you will attain your Open Water Diver certification in 3 days – split in two weekends (eg. Sat, Sun, and Sat of the following week.) These classes are intensive, but fun!
The in-water training takes place in Dutch Springs, a 50-acre freshwater lake, with training platforms starting from 6, 8, feet and up to 25 feet of depth. The maximum depth for open water training is 60 feet. The lake reaches up to 100 feet of depth in some areas.
The lake feeds on an underground aquifer that filters water through limestone that provides good visibility.
In addition to providing an excellent site for scuba training, Dutch Springs offers several attractions at depths up to 100 feet and you can explore submerged vehicles, airplanes, and other unusual sites.
Certification requirements:
Complete the PADI eLearning. Here you will learn the scuba concepts needed for certification. You will take the online course at home and at your own pace. The PADI eLearning needs to be totally completed before your scheduled weekend, then we will go over and take a quick review when we meet in person at the dive site.
Complete Confined Water Dives 1-5, including skills such as:
Complete Open Water dives 1-4, including skills such as:
Fees:
PADI eLearning: $195 included at checkout.
Confined water training + Open water dives 1 & 2 (over 2 days): $449 Includes your logbook, the RDP (Recreational Dive Planner needed for planning your dives) and the eLearning quick review + your PADI Scuba Diver certification. (See description here)
Upgrade to Open Water Diver -open water dives 3 & 4 (on day 3): $229 Add-on at checkout, includes all your in-water scuba skills for dives 3 & 4 + your PADI Open Water Diver certification. (See description here)
Equipment rentals: $50/day payable on site on the first day of the in-water training.
Dutch Springs entrance fee: $54/day payable directly to Dutch Springs online at dutchsprings.com
Lodging: We make a fun weekend out of this class, and so, you need to account for your stay. For that you can either camp in Dutch Springs ($15/night,) or if camping is not your thing, there are several hotel rooms at only 5-10 minutes drive from Dutch Springs. Let us know if you need a hotel recommendation.
Looking forward to working with you on your scuba training!