This course is for you if:

• You would like to earn a Scuba Diving certification

• You are interested in underwater exploration

What you can expect to learn:

The Open Water Scuba Diver Course will cover all of the necessary skills and knowledge for open water scuba diving, including:

• The aquatic environment: vision, light, sound, heat loss, tides, currents, waves, surge, etc.

• Physics and physiology: buoyancy, pressure, air spaces, breathing compressed air, mixed gases, etc.

• Dive equipment selection, assembly, use and maintenance

• Dive planning

• Basic scuba skills including mask and regulator skills, swimming underwater, buoyancy control, basic rescue techniques, and emergency procedures

• And much more!

What’s in it for you:

Upon successful completion of the Open Water Scuba Diver course, graduates may:

• Conduct open water dives in conditions similar to their training

• Continue their dive education by enrolling in Advanced Diver and Specialty courses

Open Water Scuba Diver minimum requirements:

• Demonstrate mature and sound judgment concerning dive planning and execution

• Satisfactorily complete the Open Water Scuba Diver knowledge quests or equivalent online learning course

• Complete all open water requirements safely and efficiently

• Minimum age 18, 10 - 15 with private instruction

At The Deep Ocean Explore Store, we understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise, but our primary goal is to maintain the highest standard of training and safety for all students. Please carefully review our cancellation policy, as it is designed to ensure a smooth experience for everyone.

Booking & Payments

Classes must be paid in full prior to enrollment or participation. Digital training materials, once issued, are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Cancellations

General Cancellations:

• Up to 7 days before class start date: 50% of class fee can be refunded.
• Less than 48 hours before class start date: 25% of class fee can be refunded at staff discretion.

Rescheduling:

• Up to 7 days before class start date: Subject to a 50% tuition rescheduling fee.
• Less than 48 hours before class start date: Subject to a 75% tuition rescheduling fee at staff discretion.

Medical and Illness Policy

If you are unable to participate due to illness, including COVID-19 or other general health concerns, you may reschedule with a 50% rebooking fee. A medical waiver is required to reschedule without penalty. Failure to provide a completed and signed medical waiver before the start date of class will result in a 50% rebooking fee or loss of tuition.

Missed Classes

If you miss any scheduled class, we will work with you to arrange makeup sessions, subject to availability:

• Classroom/Zoom Session: $100/hour
• Pool Session: $100/hour
• Ocean Dives: $375/day (private 1-on-1)

This policy ensures fairness to all students and maintains the quality of our diving programs. By booking a class with The Deep Ocean Explore Store, you agree to adhere to these terms. For questions or clarification, please contact us at instruction@doermarine.com