Open Water

Open Water Course: Your First Step into Scuba Diving

This beginner diving course will allow you to book dive trips anywhere in the world, diving up to a maximum depth of 18 meters. You will learn about essential scuba diving equipment and key skills, including buoyancy control and underwater movement.

You don’t need to know how to swim to learn! Our instructors will teach you step-by-step so you feel completely comfortable in the water. For the best care, 1 instructor will teach a maximum of 4 students. We welcome everyone with a heart ready for underwater adventures, starting from 10 years old (children will receive a Junior Open Water certification).

Learn Open Water Diver Course in Thailand - 14,500 THB

Course Details (Takes 3-4 Days in Total)

STEP 1: ACADEMIC SESSION
Learn the diving theory, complete fun exercises, and take the final exam. This step includes 2 online classes (2-3 hours per class).

STEP 2: POOL/CONFINED SESSION
Get to know your scuba gear and practice basic diving skills in a swimming pool. This step takes 1 full day (9:00 AM – 4:30 PM).

STEP 3: OPEN WATER SESSION
Head to the real sea for your final exams! It takes 2 days with 4 dives in total. You can choose your preferred location:

  • Samaesan, Chonburi
  • Phuket, Phi Phi, Racha Islands (For Phuket, you will get 2 days and a total of 6 dives!)

Course Price: 14,500 THB

This price includes:

  • Scuba diving equipment for the entire course
  • 1 Night accommodation during the sea exam
  • Diving Certification Card
  • Pool fees and boat fees

Certification Agency: SSI: SCUBA SCHOOLS INTERNATIONAL

Upcoming Open Water Course Schedule

July
4-5 Pool + Theory (BKK) #1
11-12 Pool + Theory (BKK) #2
18-19 Sea Exam (Samaesan)

August
15-16 Pool + Theory (BKK)
22-23 Sea Exam (Samaesan)

September
19-20 Pool + Theory (BKK)
26-27 Sea Exam (Samaesan)

October
10-11 Pool + Theory (BKK)
17-18 Sea Exam (Samaesan)

November
7-8 Pool + Theory (BKK) #1
14-15 Pool + Theory (BKK) #2
21-22 Sea Exam (Samaesan)

December
12-13 Pool + Theory (BKK)
19-20 Sea Exam (Samaesan)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The main differences are the “equipment and how you breathe.”

  • Scuba Diving: Uses full gear (including an air tank and a buoyancy control device). This allows you to breathe comfortably underwater the entire time, focusing on floating effortlessly and exploring coral reefs for a longer period.
  • Freediving: Uses minimal gear (just a mask and fins). You take one deep breath and hold it while diving underwater. It’s all about freedom and graceful movement.

Open Water refers to diving in the sea or natural water sources. In the Open Water course, you can dive up to 18 meters deep, whereas general recreational scuba diving allows a maximum depth of 40 meters.

Yes, you can dive. You can either wear contact lenses or use a diving mask with prescription lenses

Yes, you can dive. However, you must have a doctor check your health to certify your physical fitness before diving.

Both organizations are globally recognized and share the same standards. They only differ in some of the teaching procedures.