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PADI Open Water Diver

Available on 16 May

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Key info

  • 4 days (approx.)
  • Incl. 4 dives
  • Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
  • English, Italian
  • Max. 5 students / instructor
  • Meet at the dive center
  • Instant confirmation
  • Free Cancellation - 48hrs notice
  • Show mobile or printed voucher

Highlights

If you’ve always wanted to take scuba diving lessons, experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts.

  • Become a licensed scuba diver in just a few days, no prior experience required.
  • Breathing underwater for the first time is something you'll never forget.
  • Meet like-minded people who care about the ocean and see our ocean planet with new eyes.

Dive center

Jala ASD is a special place where body, mind, sport, and meditation blend in harmony, like sky, earth, and sea.

We have two locations: one overlooking the stretch of sea that connects the Acitrezza sea stacks to the Norman Castle of Aci Castello, in the heart of the Isole Ciclopi MPA; the other at the Hotel Tonnara in Trabia, nestled among enchanting beaches, crystal-clear sea, and the ancient castle.

Here we organize courses for all levels of yoga, scuba diving, canoeing, sailing, charting and much more.

 
PADI Resort Wi-Fi (FREE) Dive shop 5 PADI Instructors Max. 6.0 divers / guide

Address: 8050 Km from your location
Lungomare Scardamiano 57, Aci Castello Catania, No State, 95021, Italy

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Package description

Inclusive of

  • 4 open water dives
  • 5 confined water dives (pool or shallow water)
  • Scuba equipment rental (full set)
  • Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s)
  • Mask/snorkel
  • Fins (full foot)
  • Fins (open heel)
  • Wetsuit (shorty)
  • Wetsuit (3mm)
  • Wetsuit (5mm)
  • Wetsuit (7mm)
  • Regulator
  • Drysuit
  • BCD
  • Flashlight (torch)
  • Surface interval refreshments
  • PADI eLearning (includes certification fees)
  • Confined water dives
  • Open water dives
  • Dive computer
  • Nitrox

Not inclusive of

  • Lunch  ( USD 12 ) - bookable in checkout

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 10+
  • Min. certification: None
  • Min logged dives: None
  • No prior experience with scuba diving is required. You must be in good physical health and be able to float for 10 minutes and swim 200 m unaided and without stopping. Please note that completing a theory portion is mandatory for this course (via eLearning or paper materials). If you haven't purchased the required materials or if they are not listed in the inclusions above, please ensure you add them at checkout.

What to expect

The PADI Open Water Diver course consists of three main phases. Most people begin with home study, also known as knowledge development. In this phase, you'll learn about scuba equipment, hand signs and terminology, and watch videos of scuba diving skills. Knowledge development can be completed at your own pace – over a few weeks, or a matter of days. The most popular choice for knowledge development is PADI eLearning®, an independent study option where you read, watch videos, and take quizzes using your computer or mobile device. Study online or offline at your convenience. Next, you'll practice scuba skills in a pool or calm water environment (confined water). During these training sessions, you’ll get comfortable wearing scuba gear and learn essential skills such as how to clear water from your mask, do a pre-dive safety check, and make ascents and descents. When you're ready, you'll make your first dive in open water (the ocean or other large body of water). The Open Water Diver course includes four dives. During each one, you'll perform a few skills followed by a guided dive with your instructor. After completing your four training dives, you'll be a certified PADI Open Water Diver for life! Use your certification card anywhere in the world to book diving adventures, rent equipment and dive independently with a buddy to 18 metres/60 feet. If you spend a significant amount of time out of the water, you can quickly refresh your skills with the PADI ReActivate® program.

Other Information

Confirmation

  • You will receive a confirmation email and voucher instantly after booking
  • In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Meet at the dive center

Lungomare Scardamiano 57, Aci Castello, Catania, No State, 95021, Italy

Address: Lungomare Scardamiano 57, Aci Castello Catania, No State, 95021, Italy

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Cancellation policy

  • Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the activity
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