Open Water Certification
The Open Water Certification course in Honolulu offers a complete PADI certification with eLearning, confined water, shore, and boat dives. Classes are small with expert instructors and include all training phases.
$499.00
Open Water Certification Course in Honolulu
The open water certification course provides a comprehensive path to becoming a certified scuba diver in Honolulu. This PADI-certified program includes four portions, each lasting 3-4 hours, designed to build your knowledge and skills progressively.
Course Structure
- PADI eLearning: Complete theory at your own pace from home.
- Confined Water Sessions: Conducted at Magic Island with a review exam at the shop before starting practical skills.
- Open Water 1 & 2: Shore dives following confined water completion.
- Open Water 3 & 4: Boat dives the following day meeting at Ala Wai Harbor slip #68.
Training Quality and Class Size
The course emphasizes high-quality training with a maximum student-instructor ratio of 6:1. Instructors are highly trained to ensure safety and effective learning throughout the certification process.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will gain essential scuba knowledge including pressure effects, gear selection, dive planning, and practical skills such as gear setup, mask clearing, and buoyancy control. This certification opens the door to safe and enjoyable diving adventures in Hawaii and worldwide.
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