How deep can you dive with advanced open water certification?
The AOWD is described by PADI as refining these skills, allowing the diver to explore a broader variety of diving to a maximum depth of 30 metres (100 ft). Prior to starting an AOWD course, some organizations have prerequisites for a particular number of logged dives.
How much does advanced open water cost?
The Advanced Open Water course costs $380 (additional costs are applicable for the enriched air Nitrox elective).
What does Advanced open water give you?
It teaches you the essential knowledge and practical skills to explore the underwater world. The Advanced Open Water Diver Course is a great way to continue your scuba journey, discovering new interests and developing your scuba diving ability. You will sample different specialities to see what interests you most.
How deep can I dive without decompression?
There’s a bit of physics and physiology involved in a full explanation, but the short answer is: 40 metres/130 feet is the deepest you can dive without having to perform decompression stops on your way back to the surface.
How many dives do you need to be a divemaster?
Divemaster is the first professional-level course. You must be at least 18 years old, with the PADI Rescue Diver course (or equivalent). You must have CPR/first aid and secondary care training in the last 24 months, with a minimum of 40 logged dives.
What do you do after Advanced open water?
After you’ve completed the Advanced Open Water Diver course, you’ll probably want to take the whole specialty course and learn more such as: boat diving, deep diving, drift diving, drysuit diving, mulitilevel and computer diving, night diving, peak performance buoyancy, search and recovery, underwater nature study.
Are night dives scary?
Night Diving sounds a little scary for those who have never tried it. The thought of descending into dark waters with only the beam of a dive flashlight for light, the eerie calm waters and the very limited visibility that keeps you imagining what creatures lie outside your light beam can be intimidating and daunting.
How deep can you dive open water?
A properly outfitted diver in training can generally descend to 60 feet if they are old enough. Divers with Open Water and Advanced Open Water certifications from PADI can descend to 100 feet and as far as 130 feet.
What can you do at Pro dive Cairns?
Pro Dive Cairns is home to the Great Barrier Reefs premier three-day, two-night liveaboard dive trip; as well as well as a range of PADI certified scuba diving courses. From a five-day Learn to Dive Open Water certification course (run in conjunction with the three-day liveaboard dive trip), through to advanced and professional development courses.
Where can I dive with PADI open water certification?
Our PADI Advanced Open Water course offers 11 dives with access to a selection of 19 outer reef dive sites on four magnificent reefs: Flynn, Thetford, Milln and Pellowe Reef.
Is there a 5 day open water course in Cairns?
Starting in Cairns every day except Sunday, this five-day open water course offers a truly memorable and exciting way to become a certified scuba diver while having the opportunity to explore the magnificent World Heritage Great Barrier Reef environment.
Which is the best PADI Dive Centre for the Great Barrier Reef?
The Great Barrier Reef’s premier PADI Dive Centre & Liveaboard Operator The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s most unique marine spectacles; A majestic aquatic wonderland perfect for scuba diving. Since 1983, Pro Dive Cairns has developed an international reputation for quality, professionalism, safety, and value.