PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
Take Your Diving to the Next Level!
Ready to push your diving limits? The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course at Haad Yao Divers is designed to elevate your skills and confidence underwater. Dive deeper, explore new environments, and master advanced techniques in the stunning waters around Koh Phangan!
Price: 13,800 THB
Course Overview:
The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is the perfect way to enhance your diving skills and experience new underwater adventures. This course builds on what you’ve learned in the PADI Open Water Diver course and introduces you to advanced diving techniques and specialised environments, all while exploring the beautiful dive sites around Koh Phangan.
Certification Requirements:
Prerequisites: Must be a certified PADI Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification from another organization).
Age Requirement: Minimum age 12 years old.
Course Duration:
PADI eLearning: Approximately 2-3 hours.
Full Course: 2-3 days, including 5 adventure dives.
Health: Must complete a medical questionnaire to ensure fitness for diving.
What You’ll Learn:
This course includes five adventure dives, where you’ll practice advanced diving techniques, such as:
Deep diving to explore depths beyond 18 meters.
Underwater navigation using a compass and natural landmarks.
Choosing three additional adventure dives based on your interests, such as Night Diving, Wreck Diving, or Underwater Photography.
Improving your buoyancy control with the Peak Performance Buoyancy dive.
Gaining confidence and experience in a variety of diving conditions and environments.
Who Should Take This Course:
The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is ideal for:
Certified divers looking to expand their skills and knowledge.
Adventurers eager to explore new underwater environments and challenges.
Divers planning to dive in more complex environments like wrecks, caves, or deep sites.
Ready to advance your diving skills?
Click the ‘Enroll Now’ button to book your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course with Haad Yao Divers. For any questions, ‘Contact Us’ via the form or chat button for more details.
Step-by-Step Breakdown/Itinerary of the Course:
Booking Confirmation: After booking online, you’ll receive a confirmation email with your PADI eLearning login and details about what to bring and where to meet.
Day 1:
Knowledge Development: Complete PADI eLearning modules to learn about advanced diving techniques and safety procedures.
Orientation: Upon arrival at Haad Yao Divers, you’ll meet your instructor and complete any necessary paperwork, including a medical questionnaire.
Briefing: Your instructor will explain the basics of scuba diving, safety protocols, and the equipment you’ll be using.
Adventure Dives: Start your first 2 adventure dives, including a Deep Dive and Underwater Navigation dive, where you’ll apply new skills in a real-world setting.
Debriefing: After your pool sessions, you’ll return to the dive center for a debriefing where you can share your experience, ask questions, and receive feedback from your instructor.
Day 2:
Additional Adventure Dives: Complete 3 more adventure dives based on your interests, such as Night Diving, Wreck Diving, or Peak Performance Buoyancy. These dives will challenge you to apply your skills in new and exciting environments.
Debriefing: After your open water dives, you’ll return to the dive center for a debriefing where you can share your experience, ask questions, and receive feedback from your instructor.
Certification: Upon successful completion, you’ll earn the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver certification, allowing you to dive deeper and explore more challenging sites.
FAQ's
What’s the difference between the Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver certifications?
The Advanced Open Water Diver certification builds on the skills learned in the Open Water Diver course, allowing you to dive deeper and explore more challenging environments.
Do I need to complete the entire course in one go?
While it’s ideal to complete the course over 2-3 days, you can also spread out the adventure dives over a longer period if needed.
Can I choose which adventure dives I want to do?
Yes, the course includes two required dives (Deep and Underwater Navigation), and you can choose three additional dives based on your interests.What should I bring to the course?
Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and completed eLearning materials. All diving equipment will be provided.Is the course suitable for children?
Yes, children aged 12 and above can enroll, and it’s a great way for young divers to build on their existing skills.
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