Now
is the time to dive into the PADI Open Water Diver course, the
most popular dive program in the world! This is your ticket to a
lifetime of intense adventure with PADI, the dive company that
sets the standards in the global diving community.
Why
PADI Open Water?
As a certified PADI Open Water Diver, the most widely recognized
and respected rating in the world, you have the freedom to dive
with a buddy independent of a professional. If you already tried
a PADI Discover Scuba Diving experience or are PADI Scuba Diver
certified, check with your instructor to see how credit from
these courses may apply to the open water program.
What do I need to start?
Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and
comfortable in the water can earn a PADI Open Water Diver
certification. You must be older than the age of 14 to begin the
PADI Open Water Diver program. For those of you who are not
above the age of 14 and would like to participate in the PADI
Open Water Diver Program, then the PADI Jr Open Water Diver
program is available to you. If you are between 10 and 14 or
have a child between these ages, there is a PADI Junior Open
Water Diver program available.
- A PADI Jr Open Water Diver between the ages of 10 and 11
years may only dive with a PADI Professional, a certified
parent or certified guardian to a maximum depth of 12
meters/40 feet.
- Print & Fill out Medical Form and Bring to Class.
What will I do?
Throughout the course, you’ll learn fundamentals of scuba
diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You earn this
rating by completing five pool dives and knowledge development
sessions and by making four open water (ocean or lake) dives.
How
long will it take?
PADI programs are performance based. You proceed as you
demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to
work at a pace that is comfortable for you.
What will I need?
- PADI Open Water Crew-Pak
- PADI Open Water Video or DVD
- Log Book
Open Water Class and Pool Training
2008 Schedule
There are 2 different start dates for
each session. You may choose to participate in the course on
either Tuesday or Wednesday nights.
| April | 8th or 9th | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
| July | 1st or 2nd | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Sept | 30th or Oct 1st | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
The class meets one night a week for 7 weeks. The first
1˝ hours is academics and the
second
1˝ hours is practical session in the
pool.
All classes are held at Northwestern University's Henry Crown Sports Pavilion and Aquatics
Center in Evanston.
The cost is $250.00 per diver ($225.00
for NU Students).
Included are textbooks and use of equipment.
Open water Training Dives are NOT included, details listed
below.
After successfully completing your confined water and classroom sessions, you must complete four Open water Training Dives to receive your certification. We hold these training dives regularly throughout the summer season as well as on any of our dive trips.
Here in Illinois we do the training dives down at Haigh Quarry in Kankakee, IL.
The fee DOES NOT include the entry fee for Haigh Quarry ($20 per diver per day)
A $50.00 deposit is required to hold a reservation for a given weekend, and is transferable to a different weekend with at least 7 days notice. Deposits are transferable, not refundable.
You must complete your Open Water Training Dives within 6 months of finishing your confined water and classroom sessions. After 6 months, you are required to complete a 2 hour refresher course before taking the Open Water portion of your certification. If your class ends in November, you must, at that time, reserve a space for the May Open Water Training Dives to be considered within the 6 month period, and to avoid having to complete a refresher course. If you're unable to participate in May you must complete a refresher course prior to any certification dives
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