
Open Water Course
Offered by LA GRACIOSA DIVERS
Caleta de Sebo, ICP
Course Description
The Open Water Diver course at La Graciosa Divers is your gateway to independent underwater exploration, offering comprehensive training within the protected waters of the Chinijo Archipelago Marine Reserve. This certification allows you to dive with a buddy to a maximum depth of 18 meters, opening up a new dimension of adventure. The program meticulously combines essential theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical skills development, ensuring you are well-prepared for the underwater environment. You will gain a solid understanding of dive planning, equipment usage, fundamental physics of diving, and crucial principles of marine conservation.
Practical sessions are conducted in controlled, shallow, and protected areas of the reserve, fostering confidence and mastery of core diving techniques under the direct supervision of experienced instructors. Key skills you will acquire include mask clearing, regulator recovery, precise buoyancy control, and essential emergency procedures. The course places a strong emphasis on safe diving practices and environmental awareness, cultivating responsible divers ready to appreciate and protect the marine world. The exceptional biodiversity of La Graciosa serves as an inspiring and dynamic classroom for your learning experience.
Upon successful completion of the Open Water Diver course, you will receive a globally recognized certification from a reputable agency, enabling you to pursue further diving adventures worldwide. The team at La Graciosa Divers leverages their extensive experience in these specific waters to provide a high-quality learning experience. They are adept at showcasing the natural beauty and diverse marine life that makes this location so special for new divers. This certification is the first step towards a lifetime of underwater discovery and exploration.
La Graciosa Divers offers this foundational course in Spanish, catering to local and international students seeking to begin their scuba diving journey. The price for this comprehensive training is 550 EUR, representing excellent value for the skills and certification gained. The unique marine environment of the Chinijo Archipelago provides an unparalleled setting for learning, making your initial diving experiences both educational and visually spectacular. Prepare to be amazed by the underwater world accessible through this certification.
What's included
- Tank
- Weights
- Guide
- Hot soup and snacks
- Marine life briefing/debriefing
Requirements
- Edad mínima: 10 años (Open Water Junior) o 15 años (Open Water completo)
- Saber nadar 200 m sin parar (estilo libre, espalda o braza)
- Mantenerse a flote 10 minutos sin apoyo
- No padecer claustrofobia ni asma severa
- Cuestionario médico firmado (PADI) — si hay duda, certificado médico
- Si tienes lentillas o gafas, comunicarlo al inscribirte
Dive sites used in the course
Where you'll practice during training
Required equipment
Instructor & language
Delivered byestimated price
Contact the center directly to confirm availability and book your spot.
