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Open Water Diver

Discover the underwater world right here in Adelaide, South Australia!

Learn to scuba dive with experienced instructors and explore our stunning local dive sites — from historic reefs to impressive wrecks. If you're looking to take your first breaths underwater, Adelaide Scuba offers professional training, modern facilities, and unforgettable diving experiences for all levels.

✅ What You’ll Learn

  • Complete PADI Open Water Diver certification (beginner course)
  • Dive to depths of up to 18 metres
  • Master essential scuba skills in pool, shore, and boat environments
  • Receive a globally recognised PADI certification

📅 Course Structure

  • Theory: PADI eLearning allows you to learn at your own pace at home
  • Day 1: Private pool session at our on-site heated facility
  • Day 2: Two boat dives from our on-site dive boats
  • Day 3: Two boat dives from our on-site dive boats

🧰 What’s Included

  • All scuba equipment provided (wetsuit, BCD, regulator, fins and boots, tank, weights)
  • Private, on-site heated dive pool with no lane-sharing
  • Convenient amenities: the dive boats come with freshwater showers, toilets, snacks, and shelter
  • Small class sizes for personalised instruction (4 students)

We are Different

What makes Adelaide Scuba different?

Dive Boats

  • At Adelaide Scuba we have dive boats berthed at the rear of our shop, giving us easy access to all the amazing dive sites off Adelaide’s coast! Our spacious vessels are equipped with onboard toilets, hot freshwater showers, and hot tea or coffee for the surface intervals. If you're lucky, maybe even a toasted croissant for a snack.
  • Learning how to conduct yourself on a boat dive, and what to expect, is a great experience and gives you skills that can be used all around the globe.
  • We conduct boat dives as standard for all Open Water Courses.

 

On-Site Pool

  • At Adelaide Scuba we have our very own dive pool in our shop!
  • We are not restricted by pool bookings, we can teach any time or any day!
  • We don't have strict time-limits - if you need extra time, we have extra time.
  • It's nice & private - you don't have to deal with sharing lanes, busy change-rooms or any of those pesky public pool things.
  • Taking your first breaths underwater can be intimidating so we aim to make that experience as smooth as possible.

 

Small Classes

  • We are focused on teaching to high standards and not cutting corners.
  • With 4 students per class this means we can keep an easy pace, give everyone the attention they need and keep things safe.
  • You won't be left behind and you won't be rushed through skills to keep up with the rest.
How The Schedules Work

If you choose a course staring on a Wednesday, the course will run:

Wednesday–Thursday–Friday.

If you choose a course staring on a Friday, the course will run:

Friday–Saturday–Sunday.

If you choose a course staring on a Saturday, the course will run:

Saturday–Sunday–Saturday.

 

Standard course schedule:

Pool Day: 9am start, approx 3pm Finish

Shore Day: 9am start, approx 3pm Finish

Boat Day: 8/9am start, approx 3pm Finish

Before you book

FAQ

Will I need to bring any gear myself (for example mask, snorkel, fins and dive boots)?

All gear will be provided by Adelaide Scuba. We have Premium Scubapro, Cressi and Oceanic rental equipment for your comfort.

We very strongly recommend having your own Mask and Snorkel - for comfort and hygene.

We will teach you about the different types of gear available and to maximize your enjoyment of the experience, we do recommend coming in-store to have a look at our mask range - your dive mask is the most important piece of equipment you will invest in. Feel free to come in and try some on!

What If I fail my dive medical?

It is always best to read through the medical questionnaire first to determine if you require a doctors clearance. If you have a known medical condition we encourage you to gain clearance before you commence your eLearning. A medical clearance by a diving doctor will last for 12 months. The eLearning portion of the course is not refundable and once commenced, the course is not refundable by Adelaide Scuba. Please ask our friendly staff if you have any questions about how this process works.

You can find the PADI Medical Waiver Here.

You can find Diving Doctors Here

 

Can I reschedule the course if I cannot complete the online training in time or get my medical in time?

Rescheduling is available for any reason, however there is rescheduling fee of $100 if this is within 14 days of the course start. As soon as your course space is booked with us there is a lot of preparation in place to ensure your gear and Instructor is available. We ask that you please give us as much notice as you can - our courses are scheduled 12 months in advance and can be booked out up to 3 months in advance at some times of the year.

I have a voucher, can I use this for the course cost?

Yes, of course! You can put your voucher towards your Learn To Dive Course, all vouchers must be redeemed within the expiry date & will not be extended.

What happens when there is a turn in the weather?

Adelaide Scuba staff monitor the weather forecasts closely all year round and will provide you with as much notice as possible if the conditions look unsafe for scuba diving. Water conditions are not always determined by sunshine but primarily by wind, rain, current and swell. South Australia has a variety of dive sites, which are suitable in varying weather conditions. If the prediction is for unsafe conditions we may have to reschedule the course dives to another time & will discuss this based on student and Instructor availability.

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