Advanced Open Water

The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course at Divexplore UK is your next step in scuba certification, building directly on your Open Water skills. This program is designed for certified divers looking to expand their underwater capabilities and explore new diving interests. You will complete five open water dives, including two core specialties: Deep Diving and Underwater Navigation. The Deep Dive will certify you to explore depths of up to 30 meters (100 feet), focusing on the physiological effects and safe planning for deeper dives. The Underwater Navigation dive hones your compass skills and introduces techniques using natural references, time, and distance for precise underwater travel. This course is structured with less theory than entry-level certifications, emphasizing practical, adventurous, and enjoyable diving experiences.

Beyond the mandatory dives, you will select three elective Adventure Dives from a diverse range of options. These can include Peak Performance Buoyancy to master your weighting and air consumption, Night Diver to experience the nocturnal marine world, Wreck Diver to explore submerged structures, Underwater Photography to capture marine life, and many others tailored to your specific interests. This flexibility allows you to customize your advanced training and focus on areas that excite you most. The course fee of £475 covers PADI eLearning materials, theory instruction, certification, full scuba kit hire if required, and air fills for your five open water dives.

To enroll in the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course, you must be at least 12 years old and hold a PADI Open Water Diver certification or an equivalent qualification. A medical statement confirming you are fit to dive is also required. The course typically spans two days, with eLearning completed at your own pace before the practical in-water sessions. While the course fee includes essential training materials and equipment hire, please note that site entry fees, travel to dive locations, and accommodation are not included in the price. This certification significantly enhances your confidence and experience, opening up a wider array of dive sites and serving as a crucial stepping stone towards further PADI professional development.

Divexplore UK, a PADI-certified dive center, offers this advanced training to enhance your diving journey. The practical application of skills learned here, such as precise navigation and deep diving techniques, will be invaluable for future explorations. This course is a gateway to more challenging dives and specialized areas of the sport, preparing you for further certifications like the PADI Rescue Diver course or various PADI Specialty courses. By completing this program, you gain the confidence and skills to plan and execute dives in different environments and to greater depths, making your future diving adventures more rewarding and accessible.