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Advanced Open Water Course in Sydney

The Advanced Open Water course in Sydney is the next step after Open Water: two days, four ocean training dives (two of them from the boat) and certification to 30 metres. Gear hire is included, and you come away a more confident diver. Pro Dive has taught hundreds of thousands of people to dive since 1969.

  • 2 daysFour ocean dives
  • From $645*Per person, AUD
  • All gearHire included
  • 30 mCertified depth
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Advanced Open Water Course in Sydney

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Open to any certified Open Water diver, however much diving you’ve done. You can add Nitrox certification when you book.
  • Advanced

    Advanced Open Water Course

    Two days. Weekends all year; weekdays in summer

    $645*

    • Online theory before day one
    • Four training dives covering buoyancy, navigation and deep diving
    • Certified to 30 metres
    • Add Nitrox certification when you book
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* Prices are per person in Australian dollars (AUD) and can change by date. Your booking shows the price for the date you choose.

Dates

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Prices are per person and can vary by date and option.

What’s included

  • Online theoryAbout 2–3 hours, done at home before the course starts
  • Four ocean training divesThe core dives: buoyancy, navigation and deep diving
  • Advanced certificationRecognised worldwide. You get an e-card; a physical card is an optional extra when you book.
  • Dive gear hire for the whole courseScuba gear hire is included.

Not included

  • Nitrox certificationUnless you add it when you book.
  • Physical certification cardAn optional extra when you book.
  • Dive medicalIf you need one.
  • LunchBring your own.

Itinerary

  1. BeforeOnline training

    We email you access to the online training after you book. It takes about 2–3 hours. Finish it before the course starts, and upload a headshot to your online training profile for your certification.

  2. Day 19:00 am – 6:00 pm

    Course orientation and exams, then ocean dives 1 and 2. During daylight saving the day runs 10:00 am – 7:00 pm.

  3. Day 2Morning or afternoon

    Ocean dives 3 and 4 from the boat, then dive logs, skill sign-off and certification. The morning session runs 7:45 am – 1:00 pm and the afternoon session 12:00 pm – 5:30 pm; your instructor tells you which on day one.

Times are a guide. They change with the time of year and ocean conditions.

What you’ll see

Iconic NSW species live here year-round. The blue-ringed octopus is a rare but thrilling sight — keep your distance!

All Sydney marine life →

Requirements

Medical conditionsSome conditions, like heart disease, asthma or epilepsy, may stop you diving. Tell us before you book if you have a medical condition.

Certification

  • Open Water certified by a recognised agency.
  • You need to have dived in the last 12 months. If you haven’t, book a refresher before the course.

Age

  • Minimum age 12.
  • Under 18? A parent or guardian must give consent.

Medical

  • Fill in the dive medical questionnaire before the course.
  • If you answer "yes" to any question, or you are 60 or over, you need a doctor to sign you off as fit to dive. Send us that form when you book or at least 7 days before the course starts.

English

  • The online theory is available in several languages. All training with your instructor is in English, so you need to be comfortable in it. Other students can’t translate for you.

Dive training starts with the standard recreational diver medical questionnaire, the same wherever you train. What it involves, and when you need a doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Can I do the Advanced course straight after Open Water?

Yes. Any Open Water diver qualifies, whether you have a handful of dives or hundreds. You do need to have dived in the last 12 months; if not, do a refresher first.

How deep will I be able to dive?

The Advanced certification lets you dive to 30 metres.

Can I add Nitrox?

Yes. Add Nitrox certification as an option when you book the Advanced course.

Is there transport?

Transport may be offered as an option when you book, subject to availability. Your instructor confirms where to meet each day.

Is the certification recognised overseas?

Yes. Your certification is issued by International Scuba Certification and is recognised worldwide.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If we cancel because conditions are unsafe, you can move to another course date within 12 months. If the new course costs more, you pay the difference.

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