OPEN WATER DIVING COURSE

Open Water Diver Course

Duration & Flexibility

Our courses are designed for your convenience. Study the academic portion at your own pace, when it suits your schedule. Online learning options are available — please inquire.

Study Breakdown

📘 Home Study
Estimated time: ±3 hours
Complete your online theory and knowledge reviews before attending your in-store session. We recommend starting early to ensure you’re fully prepared.

🏫 In-Store Academic Session
Duration: ±3 hours
We’ll review key theory topics, answer any questions, and complete a written exam. A gear familiarization and kit-up session will follow.

🏊 Pool Session
Duration: ±3 hours
Scheduled at the start of your course — typically on a weekend. This session covers all fundamental scuba skills in a controlled environment.

🌊 Sea Dives
Minimum: 2 days
Scheduled after completing the exam and pool assessments. You’ll need to complete at least 4 dives to demonstrate your skills in open water.

Course Requirements

  • Minimum age: 15 years (or 10 for Junior Divers)

  • Valid diving medical from a licensed physician

  • Recent ID photo (for your training records)

  • Full payment required to confirm your place

Course Goals

At Alpha Dive Centre, we teach to international standards, focusing on safety, communication, and confidence in the water. Our goal is to help you become a competent and responsible Open Water Diver.

What You’ll Learn

You’ll gain the skills to plan and execute safe, enjoyable dives up to 18 meters. Core training includes:

Pool Skills Covered:

  • Equipment assembly & checks

  • Buoyancy control & descent techniques

  • Mask clearing & regulator recovery

  • Emergency procedures (including out-of-air drills)

  • Weight and gear removal/replacement (surface & underwater)

  • Basic snorkelling skills

  • Gear care and maintenance

  • Debriefing and record keeping

Open Water Dives

Complete a minimum of 4 sea dives, where you’ll apply the skills learned in the pool under real-world conditions. Each dive is fully briefed and supervised by your instructor.

Note: Transport is not included in the course package.

Pricing

Open Water Diver Course: R5 999*
Bring a Buddy & Save! Ask about our buddy discount.
(*Terms & conditions apply)

What’s Included

  • Online materials

  • Use of scuba gear, wetsuit & weights

  • Student logbook & folder

  • Course registration

Not Included:

  • Transport

  • Diving medical exam

  • Public pool entry fees (if applicable)

  • MPA permit (available at your local Post Office)

Let us guide you from your first breath underwater to full certification — safely, confidently, and at your own pace.

Ready to dive in? Contact us or visit us in-store to enrol today.