Open Water Diver
The cost of PADI eLearning is included in our premium course price.Learning to scuba dive in the Cayman Islands has never been easier with PADI eLearning. An online independent study of all the exciting new things you need to know as a soon-to-be certified open water scuba diver. This knowledge development can be done at your own pace in the comfort of your home on your phone or laptop before your vacation in the Cayman Islands.
The PADI Open Water Diver course enables you to dive anywhere in the world down to 60 feet (18 metres). We offer a premium service to all our student divers by including the eLearning in our course price so there's less steps for you and more free-time spent learning and having fun. The course paperwork will also be sent ahead of your arrival to be filled out online to ensure there are no unexpected delays to the start of your course with us.
You’ll learn and master in water dive skills from one of our highly-trained PADI Scuba Instructors during confined and open water dives. The skills you learn during these dives will prepare you to explore a whole new world. Ocean Frontiers recommends that you support your hometown dive shop by considering purchasing your mask, fins and snorkel, and physical logbook from them before you visit the Cayman Islands. After you are a PADI certified diver, you may wish to return to your hometown dive shop to purchase your very own scuba gear or sign up for a specialty class.
Prerequisites
- 10 years or older
- Able to swim
- Medically fit to scuba dive (review Medical Questionnaire here)
Note:All course paperwork will be sent via email to be filled out online before the start date.
Course Cost and Breakdown
- PADI Open Water Diver premium course:
- Single Student Rate: US $975
- Group Rate (2+ students booking together): US $700 per person
Note:Single rate does not equate to a private lesson. Group rates are discounted for bookings of multiple people on the same reservation.
- What's Included:
- Training Fees, Gear Rental and 4 Boat Dives
- PADI eLearning & Certification eCard (US$ 246)
- PADI Mobile App digital logbook
- Independent Online Study commitment: 5 - 10 hours
- 2 Full days of scuba training at Ocean Frontiers
Additional Private Instruction:$195 per 3-hour session with an instructor (fee is per session, not per student and excludes dives)Typical Training Schedule
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Day 1
- 7:45 AM - 8 AM Meet Instructor and a Quick Review of Online theory
- 8 AM - 12 PM Pool Sessions
- 12 PM - 1 PM Lunch Break
- 1 PM - 4 PM Ocean Dives 1 & 2 (25 feet max)
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Day 2
- 8 AM - 12 PM Pool Sessions
- 12 PM - 1 PM Lunch Break
- 1 PM - 5 PM Ocean Dives 3 & 4 (60 feet max)
- Once back at the dock - Fill out Logbooks & Final Sign Off
The Ocean Frontiers Difference
Reader's Choice - Caribbeans Best Dive Operator
First Class Newton Dive Boats & Training Dive Pool
Highest Quality Rental Equipment
Frequently asked Questions
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How do I get started with PADI eLearning?
Once you have booked and paid for your PADI course with us, we will send you a student registration Google Form to fill out with the necessary information we need to assign the PADI eLearning to each student that has signed up with you. This includes a unique email address per student, birthdate and legal names. You will then receive 2 emails directly from PADI. 1) is to create a PADI account and start the eLearning course 2) is the course paperwork including the Diver Medical which needs to be filled out before arriving.
How long do you have to complete the eLearning course?
You have lifetime access to the eLearning content, however the quizzes, exam and practical training all need to be completed within one year to meet the standards of a PADI course.
When would I need the additional private instruction session?
If you're unable to successfully complete any course component after your first attempt, a second attempt would require scheduling an additional private instruction session. This personalized instruction provides the focused attention you need to meet certification requirements.
What is the difference between the Single Student and Group rates?
Our Group Rate (2+ students) offers a discounted price when multiple people book the same course together on a single reservation. The Single Student Rate applies when only one person books the course. Please note that the Single Rate does not equate to a private lesson - you may still be grouped with other students. The Group Rate is our way of rewarding those who bring friends or family to learn together.
How do you document that you've completed the eLearning segment?
Once you finish the eLearning portion of the course, the Ocean Frontiers Dive Center is notified that you have completed it and that you are ready for the practical phase of the program.
I already bought the PADI eLearning, do I have to pay full price for the course with Ocean Frontiers?
No, you do not. Feel free to contact reservations@oceanfrontiers.com in respect to this and they will tailor a course package for you.
PADI Open Water Diver Course in the Cayman Islands | eLearning Included
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