The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is a progression for divers who want to build on the foundational skills they acquired during their Open Water Diver certification. Unlike the introductory course, which focuses heavily on classroom learning and basic dive skills, the Advanced Open Water course is more experiential, emphasizing hands-on learning through a series of five dives called "Adventure Dives."

Two of these dives are required: the deep dive, where divers go beyond the limits of the Open Water certification to depths of up to 30 meters (100 feet), and the underwater navigation dive, which hones your ability to use a compass and natural underwater features for navigation. The remaining three dives can be chosen based on your interests, with options that include peak performance buoyancy, wreck diving, underwater photography, night diving, and more.

Each dive is a unique opportunity to explore specialized skills, helping you to gain confidence, refine your technique, and adapt to various underwater conditions. The course is structured to be flexible, allowing you to focus on the diving experiences that are most relevant to your goals, whether it's exploring marine life at night or mastering buoyancy control.

One of the significant benefits of the Advanced Open Water Diver course is that each Adventure Dive you complete can be credited toward the corresponding PADI Specialty certification. This means that as you progress in your diving journey, you are also laying the groundwork for future certifications, all while becoming a more self-reliant and skilled diver.

The only prerequisite to start this course is having a PADI Open Water Diver certification. Divers as young as 15 can earn the Advanced Open Water Diver certification, while those aged 12 to 14 can obtain the Junior Advanced Open Water Diver certification. The course does not require a written exam, making it a more enjoyable and practical way to enhance your diving skills while diving with a PADI Instructor.

This course not only improves your diving capabilities but also opens up a wider range of dive sites that are beyond the reach of Open Water divers. For more information on the course and to begin your training, you can visit the official PADI website.

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