The Advanced Open Water Diver course takes you beyond Adventure Diver. You don’t have to be “advanced” to take it. You can take it immediately after Open Water Diver course. The Advanced Open Water Diver course helps you build your confidence and begin to hone your scuba skills so you can become a more comfortable and confident diver in the water. You are continuing to learn under the direct supervision of your PADI instructor. This course builds on what you’ve learned in the Open Water course and develops new skills by introducing you to new experiences, improving your scuba diving experience. Class can be completed over a weekend.
Number of required dives: 2
Course fee: $200
Materials: Crew-pak Advanced Open Water Crew-pak w/Data Carrier $54.95
Prerequisites: Open Water Diver and 12 years old.
Equipment: Beyond basic scuba equipment appropriate for the diving environment, you’ll need a compass, dive knife, dive slate, audible surface signaling device and dive computer. You’ll also use specialized gear depending on the Adventure Dives you choose. Your Crystal Blue Diving professional will explain the equipment that you need and may suggest additional gear, such as a dive light for night diving or lift bag for search and recovery. You can also rent a full set of basic scuba equipment from Crystal Blue Diving for the class at a discounted rate of $50 for the weekend.
*Certification included
Call us at (224) 333-0800 to book your Advanced Open Water Diver Course
Once you become a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver, it’s time to take the next step. Learn how to handle not just yourself, but the emergencies of others with the PADI Rescue Diver certification.