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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
* 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 our students say
Rated 4.8 out of 5 by 211 students in their post-course survey, 2021–2026 (every survey, not a selection).
Learnt how to control my buoyancy and navigate underwater. Very happy with the course and training.
Sebastian E. · Advanced Open Water Course, November 2023 · Verified reviewAll the instructors are in excellent disposition to teach the correct way to become a good diver and the materials are in perfect condition and almost new. Thank you so much, I enjoy a lot !!!!
Camila G. · Advanced Open Water Course, December 2020 · Verified reviewLoved every minute of my advanced course and can not wait to go further and keep on learning. The team always go above and beyond to make sure you learn every single detail! Can’t wait to learn more and go further on my courses with Pro Dive.
Flavia R. · Advanced Open Water Course, November 2020 · Verified review
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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!
Requirements
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.
Terms and conditions
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