PRO DIVE Openwater Weekday Scuba Diving Course - Sydney - Manly

$169.00* Normally: $699.00 Save 76%

Customer Reviews 4.9 
  • Open Water Certification
  • Online Theoretical Learning
  • Weekly Course Commencement
  • Complete Gear Rental Included
  • Four Shore-Based Training Dives
  • Scheduled Over Wedensday Evening, Followed by Thursday and Friday

 Overview of Our Sydney Openwater Scuba Course

The Openwater scuba diving course offered in Sydney provides a unique combination of online theoretical learning and practical training in both a safe pool environment and the vast open ocean. This course is meticulously crafted to train you in scuba diving up to a depth of 18 meters, leading to the internationally recognized Openwater Scuba Diver certification.

The course begins with an engaging 3-4 hours of online theoretical study, followed by a comprehensive theoretical exam. A compulsory swimming proficiency test is also part of the curriculum, which includes a 200-meter swim and a 10-minute session of treading water, with no restrictions on the time taken or the swimming style used. The foundational practical diving skills are initially developed in a dedicated pool within Sydney.

As the course progresses, it includes four extensive open water dives in the scenic waters surrounding Sydney. These practical diving sessions are designed to not only solidify the skills learned in the pool but also to introduce and master advanced diving techniques. This ensures your development into a skilled and competent Open Water scuba diver. Upon successful completion of all theoretical and practical parts of the course, your instructor will formally certify you as a Scuba Diver, a qualification that holds international acclaim.

Participants must be physically fit for diving to enroll in this Openwater Course in Sydney, and a medical examination related to diving may be required to ensure safety and readiness

 

Inclusions


  • Scuba Gear Hire [Included]
  • Online Training [4-6hrs]
  • International License [Dive worldwide]
  • 4 Training Dives [Shore Entry]
  • 2.5 Day Course


Pool Entry Fee

  • Payable directly to the pool on entry, of $7.50*

Transport

  • Click here for details - Transport Available as part of Membership ($50)
  • If our transport option is full, you must have access to your own vehicle.
  • Due to the location and schedule of the course, you will not have access to public transportation

Cost of Dive Medical [if required]

  • Some medical conditions may prevent you from diving. For example: heart disease, asthma, or epilepsy.
  • Please inform us prior to reservation if you suffer from any medical condition that may affect your diving.

*30 June 2024, Subject to change

 

Itinerary


Your online training ad quizzes must be completed online prior to the course commencement. Please allow approximately 4 hours to complete online trainingThis will be issued by us after we receive confirmation of your booking during business hours and an email will be sent letting you know how to access it.

  • Wednesday 6:30 pm to 9pm No longer available after the 1 Dec 2024
    • Evening course orientation, meet & greet, online training review, gear sizing, mini-exam
  • (Meet at Pro Dive Manly, 9 Sydenham Rd, Brookvale, NSW 2100)
  • Thursday 07:00 - 18:00**
    • Confined water training + swim test
    • Ocean Dives 1 & 2 (if time permits)
  •  Friday 07:00 - 17:00**
    • Ocean Dives 2 (if not done the day before), 3 & 4
    • Certification BBQ

 

  • Monday 6:30 pm to 9pm From the 1 Dec 2024
    • Evening course orientation, meet & greet, online training review, gear sizing, mini-exam
  • (Meet at Pro Dive Manly, 9 Sydenham Rd, Brookvale, NSW 2100)
  • Tuesday 07:00 - 18:00**
    • Confined water training + swim test
    • Ocean Dives 1 & 2 (if time permits)
  •  Wednesday 07:00 - 17:00**
    • Ocean Dives 2 (if not done the day before), 3 & 4
    • Certification BBQ

**Please note: these times are a guide depending on group size, time of year, and ocean conditions. Exact meeting times will be announced during your Orientation evening.

Requirements


Online training

  • Online theory and quizzes to be completed before your course starts

Photo for certification

  • Upload a photo (headshot) to your online training profile

Transport

  • Click here for details - Transport Available as part of Membership ($50)
  • If our transport option is full, you must have access to your own vehicle.
  • Due to the location and schedule of the course, you will not have access to public transportation

Swimming

  • You need to complete a 200-metre swim (unassisted and continuous) and tread water for 10 minutes. If you are unable to complete this test during your course, you will not be able to continue and will have to pay the course fee again to rebook in the future.

Language

  • Online Training Materials currently available in English only, all verbal instructions are in English and you are required to be proficient in English. No translation sevices are available or can be used during the course and other students cannot translate on behalf of the instructors.

Fitness to Dive

  • You must review Dive Medical Requirements and Fitness to Dive information prior to the commencement of the course
  • Doctors registered to do the Dive Medical - www.spums.org.au
  • If you have answered "yes" to any question on your dive medical form, you are required to provide us the following form ticked "Approved – I find no conditions that I consider incompatible with recreational scuba diving or freediving" by a medical doctor with no additional conditions (Download form)
  • This must be provided no less than 7 days before your course start date. 

What you need to bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Lunch

Age

  • Minimum age is 15 years

Meeting Point

9 Sydenham Rd Brookvale

Please review the itinerary for what time you need to arrive at the store

Directions:
Click here to get directions from Google Maps

Public Transport
Bus Routes from the CBD (all from the Carrington St, Wynyard stands), need to disembark at the very next stop after Warringah Mall (nr Roger St). Timetable and more information can be found at at www.sydneybuses.info
Use Google Maps to get Details

Weekday AM: Routes 178, 180 and L85 all have departures arriving at Pittwater Rd (nr Roger st) stop before 0900.
Weekday evening:  Routes E76 (Stand D), E78 (Stand D), E79 (Stand D), L80 (Stand D) and L85 (Stand C)
Weekends:  Saturdays: 180 (Stand D) and 180 (stand C)
Sundays: 190 (Stand A)

Public Transport from Manly Ferry Wharf:

Weekday AM:

Routes 155, 156 and 136 will all get you to the shop before 09:00.

Routes 135, 156 and 159 will get you to the shop by 10:00.

Weekday evening:

Routes 135, 155 and 169 will all get you to the shop before 18:30.

Weekends: 

Saturdays: 136, 155
Sundays: 151, 155, 156

 

 


Address:9 Sydenham Rd Brookvale NSW 2100

Reviews

Our aim is always to offer our divers a safe and enjoyable experience. Below are reviews from customers who left use feedback on their experience.
5
Such friendly staff and thorough training. Online component is a little clunky but love the digital log book. by Deborah Golding - 24-Apr-2024
5
Amazing experience, great Instructor!! by Aldo Caffarena - 03-Apr-2024
5
Amazing experience! I got my diving licence last week with one of the best diving instructors. Mathew (Mat) was super nice, friendly, professional, and was an excellent instructor. I was a bit anxious of diving at first but thanks to him Im very comfortable with diving now. Looking forward to booking more diving experiences with PRODIVE ! by Charbel Saba - 27-Mar-2024
5
An excellent experience. Daniel our instructor was excellent and so patient. Would highly reccommend by Clare Tracey - 20-Mar-2024
5
Very thorough training, I had a great time and met some amazing people! My instructor Daniel was amazing and gave me the extra help I needed when I was out of my comfort zone. Highly recommend this course for anyone interested in starting their diving journey! by Nina Kimura-Budzyniak - 20-Mar-2024
5
Really good instructors!! by Rafael Jose Osores Madueno - 13-Mar-2024
5
Matt is an outstanding instructor: patient, calm, and professional, even when faced with delays. He leads with a relaxed confidence that makes following and learning from him natural and effective. I significantly benefited from the well-designed course and Matt’s clear, natural teaching style. He’s a major asset to Pro Dive. If possible, I’d give him more than the top rating! Thanks, Matt, for an excellent learning experience. by Ashley Morris - 06-Mar-2024
5
The course was well paced giving you a chance to reinforce your learnings. The 2 instructors made the course come alive and added some fun. Their coaching when you were getting things wrong was great and very patient. by Oscar Battram - 28-Jan-2024
5
Great instructors, thorough training, saw amazing animals! Loved it! by Malina Kelderman - 28-Jan-2024
5
Excellent online text fully backed up be classroom and practical exercises. Instructors and through, diligent, professional and friendly. A great experience. by Yohendran Yogesvaran - 21-Jan-2024

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