This is the infamous PADI Open Water certification allowing you to dive anywhere in the world to a depth of 18m, with just you and your buddy. The course consists of   Theory, confined water training sessions and Open Water Dives, With Merlin Divers this normally takes place over 3 fairly short days, so making the most of your Holiday.

You’ll learn the fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques.

You'll earn this rating by completing five pool dives and knowledge development sessions and by making four open water dives.

The course is split into two parts. The first day is pool and theory and takes from around 9:30am till 4pm, and the final two days for the 4 qualifying dives are at local open water training sites. These days start at 8:45am and are normally finished by 2pm

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