Want to Learn to Dive, but  don't want to spend your holiday in a classroom and pool training learning to dive , but do want to enjoy the scenery below the water but do not fancy diving here in the UK, then PADI Open Water Referral is for you.

Benefit from our expertise where we will help develop your skills at your pace without being rushed through a course while on holiday - and then enjoy your dives somewhere sunny! 

Here at DIVE Rutland we recognise that not all divers wish to learn in UK waters, it is a real shame but we do understand.

Course Overview

The PADI Open Water referral  is made up of 5 confined water dives (pool dives) and theory knowledge development via PADI elearning.

The 5 confined water dives can take anything between four and six pool sessions as PADI programmes are performance based, you proceed as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to work at a pace that is comfortable for you.
 
​At Dive Rutland we provide you with all the equipment you need to complete the course (you need to provide your own swimming attire) and ample opportunity to learn, practice and have fun!

What do I need to Start?

Minimum age: 10 years old
Able to swim 8 lengths and float for 10 minutes

Materials

Access to PADI Open Water elearning will be provided as part of your course

Scheduling and Course Dates

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.  ​

The pool we use is Oakham School pool, Kilburn Road, Oakham and our pool sessions are Tuesdays 19:00 - 21:00 and / or Saturdays 18:00 - 20:00.  You meet at the Dive Centre prior to every pool session to build your equipment and to allow time to consolidate your theory and apply it to REAL diving equipment and environments

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.

Additional Information

I am not really sure how to choose a Dive Centre?
Have a read of our article as not all Dive Centres are the same

Consider saving some money!

Here at DIVE Rutland we recognise that not all divers wish to learn in UK waters.  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 enroll 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.
Our PADI Open Water Referral Programme is

£395.00

(includes PADI elearning and hire of all diving equipment)