Learning to scuba dive requires both knowledge development as well as the practical dive skills, there are two options available to students to complete the theory part of the PADI Open Water course.

• e-learning
• Crewpack

Regardless to which option is chosen, the option is included as standard to any of our dive packages, so unlike other dive centres we do not make you purchase the e-learning directly from PADI and we support our students fully throughout the theory process regardless to the option chosen.  

You can choose to purchase the e-learning directly from PADI and IF you assigned Dive Rutland as your preferred dive centre for learning then we will make a small reduction to our course prices, but please note this is not equal to the monies you pay directly to PADI.

​So which option is best for you?

PADI E-Learning 

This is an interactive, PC, tablet or mobile-based version of the PADI Open Water Diver Manual with integrated videos and other interactive features. Once down-loaded to the delivery platform via the PADI Library App, Open Water Diver E-learning allows you to work offline using an Android or iOS tablet (including iPad). This is a great option for travelers and those who want to learn on the go.

​Watch, listen, read, scroll, tap and interact while you learn to scuba dive with PADI Open Water Diver TouchTM.  It’s fun, it’s easy, it’s portable and it’s your entry to the underwater world as a scuba diver. 
When you dive in with the Touch, you will

• Learn diving facts, principles and safety concepts in preparation for your confined and open water dives.
• Watch video clips that show you the world of scuba diving.
• Take simple quizzes to make sure you understand the material as you progress.

After you download the Touch, you don’t need to be online to use it so you can truly learn anytime, anywhere.

Take a look at PADI Open Water Touch https://youtu.be/_SkSWkVa4Wk

Crewpack 

This is a great option for students who prefer traditional, classroom based learning with a PADI Instructor and want to use the PADI Open Water Crewpack (includes Manual, DVD and Training Log) - Open Water course

With this option, you benefit from the personal attention of your PADI Instructor

Assuming you are going to open water with us then your theory schedule will be as follows:-
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Prior to your second pool session you will read and complete the knowledge review within chapter one, third pool session chapter two, fourth pool session chapter three, fifth pool session chapter four, sixth pool session chapter five.  Each chapter will be reviewed, consolidated and information learnt applied to actual diving scenario's.  i.e. why do you need to know this information and how are you going to use?  Followed by completing the corresponding quizzes and after chapter five the final 50 question multiple choice exam