The most widely recognised and respected diving qualification in the world.
With the freedom to dive with a buddy independent of a professional to a maximum depth of 18 metres*
Underwater is Earths final frontier, one of the few ways left to explore our world is to be able to dive.
Diving allows you to experience weightlessness just like being in space. It is the nearest you will get to being an astronaut or experiencing space, so learn to dive which will give you the ability and the skills to go experience and explore the inner world.
Diving allows you to experience weightlessness just like being in space. It is the nearest you will get to being an astronaut or experiencing space, so learn to dive which will give you the ability and the skills to go experience and explore the inner world.
Project Aware Open Water certification Cards
What Do I need to Start?
*The PADI Junior Open Water Diver programme is available for youths 10 and 14. 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?
Over a number of pool sessions (generally four / five) you will complete the five confined water dives, whilst completing some theory activity.
PADI programmes are performance based and you proceed as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to work at a pace that is comfortable for you, so do not worry if you need more time then this, as extra time is built into your training schedule automatically for you, so although we say four or five sessions it could be six, which equates to 10 - 12 hours of in water pool time.
Diving is like that first driving lesson (for those that drive!) or starting a new job (for those that work!) doing something for the first time can be a bit daunting, but with time and practise it soon becomes second nature.
PADI programmes are performance based and you proceed as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to work at a pace that is comfortable for you, so do not worry if you need more time then this, as extra time is built into your training schedule automatically for you, so although we say four or five sessions it could be six, which equates to 10 - 12 hours of in water pool time.
Diving is like that first driving lesson (for those that drive!) or starting a new job (for those that work!) doing something for the first time can be a bit daunting, but with time and practise it soon becomes second nature.
Then when ready we undertake a drysuit orientation in the pool as ALL of our open water diving is completed in a drysuit suit - this is OUR standard, it is for your comfort, we want you to ENJOY your diving experience and being cold and uncomfortable is not enjoyable!
When ready, then time to complete those four open water dives, generally speaking at Stoney Cove, but at times, other locations are available
When ready, then time to complete those four open water dives, generally speaking at Stoney Cove, but at times, other locations are available
Materials
At Dive Rutland we provide you with all of the equipment you need to have fun, explore and become a safe and knowledgable diver this includes learning about the fundamentals of scuba diving, all dive equipment and techniques.
All you need to provide is your own swimming attire for the pool and a few additional items of clothing for the open water part.
All you need to provide is your own swimming attire for the pool and a few additional items of clothing for the open water part.
When Can I start?
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You can start NOW by purchasing your e-learning from PADI and we will contact you to arrange your in water learning, but THIS IS NOT THE ONLY WAY you can start as ALL of our packages include your chosen theory element, so contact us and we can get you all booked in with dates and release your learning materials
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Dive Rutland is committed to helping you learn to dive at a pace that suits you. All of our open water diver courses start flexibly, you can start when you wish, subject to availability, as all of our schedules are built individually around you and your work/family commitments.
Our Open Water training days are scheduled months in advance giving us the ability to plan your course to achieve by dates that suit you.
Our Open Water training days are scheduled months in advance giving us the ability to plan your course to achieve by dates that suit you.
Aren't all Open Water Courses the same?
This is a statement we hear a lot, but we disagree not everything is the same or equal. Have a look at our How to Choose a Dive Centre article, which actually should be called how to choose your instructional team.
As a 100% Project Aware dive centre our Open Water course(s) include the PADI Project Aware specialty. Why? You are learning to dive to experience what the underwater world has to offer and therefore we hope you become an Ocean Advocate.
Someone who will protect the ocean and our various waterways. We train you to be aware of the environment you are in, concentrating on good positioning, streamlining of equipment and all about the Project Aware mission, so if you have been trained then why not be certified, hence receiving the Project Aware Speciality.
Someone who will protect the ocean and our various waterways. We train you to be aware of the environment you are in, concentrating on good positioning, streamlining of equipment and all about the Project Aware mission, so if you have been trained then why not be certified, hence receiving the Project Aware Speciality.
Our Quality Matters
Dive Rutland is a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre, a recognised and authorised diver education establishment. This rating places us in the highest quality assurance process within the Diving Industry.
All training is overseen by our very own PADI Course Director, the worlds highest instructor certification, and we have a range of experienced male and female PADI professionals on our staff.
All equipment is modern and regularly serviced. We have a large range of school equipment to fit all sizes and shapes. Our breathing air quality is monitored and externally verified regularly.
We are fully insured and meet all legal obligations placed upon us. This includes full risk management and our staffing ratios exceed industry standard requirements.
All training is overseen by our very own PADI Course Director, the worlds highest instructor certification, and we have a range of experienced male and female PADI professionals on our staff.
All equipment is modern and regularly serviced. We have a large range of school equipment to fit all sizes and shapes. Our breathing air quality is monitored and externally verified regularly.
We are fully insured and meet all legal obligations placed upon us. This includes full risk management and our staffing ratios exceed industry standard requirements.
Open Water Package Options
Basic £700 |
Standard £810 |
Deluxe £935 |
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All Course Materials and Certification Fees |
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Hire of All Diving Equipment - (Except Mask / Snorkel / wetsuit) |
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Maximum Group Size Two |
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All Pool Sessions* |
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Choice for Theory Preparation - Elearning or via the PADI Ultimate Crewpack |
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We make a Donation to Project Aware for every certification we process |
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Every Open Water course includes the PADI Project Aware Specialty Value: £75.00 |
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The services of your Highly Trained and Professional instructor and support staff |
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Personalised training schedule - which we agree |
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Mask And Snorkel :
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Wetsuit - Shorty:
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No package includes the entrance fee to the open water training site, which Stoney Cove is standing at £27.00 a day currently
* Training Terms and Conditions apply
* Training Terms and Conditions apply
I want to learn to dive but not in the UK ?
We understand that not everyone wants to dive in the UK, but also do you really want to spend your holiday learning to dive
What you really want to do is explore and enjoy the scenery below the water then the PADI Open Water Referral is for you.
You complete the confined water (pool) sessions here in the UK, theory and open water theory exam via an e-learning process with the final theory review AND four open water dives somewhere sunny, by taking an Open Water Referral away with you.
However, you may find that exchange rates may mean you pay more for your course overseas than you would if you complete with us.
You can enrol on to our Referral Course and Upgrade to complete your Open Water dives here, with us, for the same price as our Open Water Diver full course! Easy.
What you really want to do is explore and enjoy the scenery below the water then the PADI Open Water Referral is for you.
You complete the confined water (pool) sessions here in the UK, theory and open water theory exam via an e-learning process with the final theory review AND four open water dives somewhere sunny, by taking an Open Water Referral away with you.
However, you may find that exchange rates may mean you pay more for your course overseas than you would if you complete with us.
You can enrol on to our Referral Course and Upgrade to complete your Open Water dives here, with us, for the same price as our Open Water Diver full course! Easy.
Any other information?
During your training with us, you will be given access to the Facebook Group Dive Rutland Club Page, so you can get a flavour for the club and see / partake in the offers and discussions available to Club members only.
For one month after completing your training with us you will be provided with one months FREE membership to the Dive Club
For one month after completing your training with us you will be provided with one months FREE membership to the Dive Club
I am not sure Scuba Diving is for me?
We appreciate that not everyone is a swimmer and you do not need to be to become a diver, you might be a little apprehensive and just want to have a little taster prior to signing up for the Open Water Course, thats great... come and Discover Scuba Diving during one pool session.
FREE Introduction to the PADI Open Water Course
We are offering you the chance to get a 100 % free online introduction. No commitment, no payment. Just a free insight to the dive theory.
The PADI Introduction to Open Water Diver eLearning allows potential new divers a chance to interact with the PADI Open Water Diver course. The product is a sample of the full PADI Open Water Diver eLearning course, including the below subsections:
This sample product does not retain progress or provide credit towards Open Water Diver eLearning. To gain access just click the link PADI Free Introduction below.
The PADI Introduction to Open Water Diver eLearning allows potential new divers a chance to interact with the PADI Open Water Diver course. The product is a sample of the full PADI Open Water Diver eLearning course, including the below subsections:
- Open Water Diver Introduction
- Underwater Ambassador
- Breathing Underwater
- Hand Signals
This sample product does not retain progress or provide credit towards Open Water Diver eLearning. To gain access just click the link PADI Free Introduction below.
Then, if you like what you see, we can get you signed up to the PADI Open Water course, starting with studying the theory online from the comfort of home or via the PADI Open Water manual and video.
When you are ready we will welcome you to Dive Rutland to conduct the practical pool sessions and the following four Open Water dives or you can choose to do the four open water dives somewhere maybe abroad AND what is great you pay as you go.
When you are ready we will welcome you to Dive Rutland to conduct the practical pool sessions and the following four Open Water dives or you can choose to do the four open water dives somewhere maybe abroad AND what is great you pay as you go.
Whats Next After PADI Open Water?
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Once you've got your Open Water Diver certification DIVE Rutland can help you progress to Advanced Open Water Diver rating and continue diving.
The Advanced Open Water is a follow on to the Open Water course expanding your skills and diving with a professional |
Open Water to Advanced Open Water infographic
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Last updated: 26th April 2022