

Curso Open Water
Ofrecido por Woodbridge Scuba
Woodbridge, VA
Descripción del Curso
The Open Water Class at Woodbridge SCUBA is your gateway to the underwater world, offering the foundational certification required for recreational scuba diving. This comprehensive program is meticulously designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to explore beneath the surface safely and with confidence. It serves as the crucial first step for aspiring divers, unlocking a realm of aquatic adventure and discovery. The course structure includes theoretical knowledge development, confined water skills training, and essential open water dives to practice techniques in a real diving environment, ensuring proficiency in safety procedures and dive management.
Woodbridge SCUBA consistently schedules these introductory classes throughout the year, with specific evening sessions planned for April 6th and May 25th, 2026, held at their facility. This recurring availability underscores their commitment to training new divers and making the journey into scuba accessible. The certification obtained is recognized internationally, empowering graduates to rent scuba equipment, secure air fills, and dive with a buddy anywhere globally. This offering is central to Woodbridge SCUBA's mission of promoting scuba diving and providing thorough training opportunities.
Participants in the Open Water Class can anticipate learning vital skills such as dive planning, mastering buoyancy control, underwater navigation techniques, and understanding emergency procedures. The curriculum is crafted to be both engaging and informative, ensuring students not only meet the performance requirements for certification but also cultivate a profound appreciation for the marine environment. This course is the definitive first step towards becoming a certified diver and embarking on a lifetime of underwater exploration.
As the entry-level certification, the Open Water Class prepares you for future diving adventures by building a strong foundation. Upon completion, you'll be qualified to dive to a maximum depth of 18 meters (60 feet) and participate in four open water dives. This certification is the prerequisite for more advanced courses, allowing you to explore further and gain specialized skills, making it an indispensable part of any diver's training itinerary.
Qué incluye
- Equipo completo de buceo (jacket, regulador, traje, aletas, máscara, snorkel)
- Manual digital y material didáctico oficial PADI
- Tasas de certificación y emisión del carnet
- 4 inmersiones en aguas confinadas (piscina)
- 4 inmersiones en aguas abiertas con instructor
- Botellas de aire comprimido y plomos
- Seguro de buceo durante la formación
Requisitos
- 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
Sitios de buceo del curso
Aquí practicarás durante la formación
Equipo necesario
Instructor & idioma
Galería(5)
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