“Ever Since I Was A Kid I’ve Wanted To Learn To SCUBA Dive…”
PADI is by far the largest and most popular Scuba diver certifying system in the world and for good reason. Courses are fun safe relevant and packed with excitement! No matter what country you are in your PADI qualification will be recognised.
To learn to dive first complete the medical questionnaire to make sure you are medically fit to dive. Next pay your deposit and select your course dates. You will receive your PADI eLearning theory which must be completed before you attend the first practical session. This simple and fun eLearning program will give you the knowledge you need to understand the reason for the skills you will learn.
The practical part of your Open Water Scuba Diver course takes just four days! During the first weekend we make it very easy and convenient for you with our on-site dive pool (the only one in the Wellington Region). Our pool is where you learn to dive so we can go at your pace no matter how long it takes. During the first weekend you learn and practice all the necessary dive skills. Once completed you will be ready for the sea dives.
During the second weekend you complete four sea dives two per day. This is where we confirm and practice the skills you learnt in our pool – all under direct supervision. You will also complete a simple 300m swim (no time limit and wearing wetsuit mask snorkel and fins).
Once you are a certified diver you will receive an eCard on your PADI App showing your qualification – and any PADI Dive Centre will be able to confirm your certification online. You will also be qualified to attend the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course and our regular Dive Days.
Our aim is to prepare you for the fascinating adventure of diving. We want to make your diving safe and enjoyable. Welcome to the exciting world of Scuba diving!
If you have any questions please call email or stop by our Dive Store.
PPADI Open Water Diver course at a glance
- Digital theory: Open Water Diver eLearning Course (allow 8-14 hours)
- Practical: One weekend pool training one weekend with four sea dives
- Options: One-on-one or unscheduled dates – additional costs apply.
- Start Time: Be at NZ Sea Adventures by 8.30am each day.
Location
We are located at 9 Marina View Mana Porirua; just north of the Paremata bridge on SH1. Look for the big yellow building. Our Location
Prerequisites
- Be at least 10 years old (special conditions apply for 10 and 11-year-olds)
- Be able to swim 300m (mask snorkel and fins no time limit) and swim/float for 10 minutes.
- Be medically fit to dive. Check the Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire. If you answer YES to any of the questions or have any doubts a visit to your doctor is required.
- eLearning must be completed before your pool training can begin.
- Complete the Optional RDP Tables Quiz and Exam after the final exam if you don’t have a dive computer.
What to Bring
- Completed Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire.
- If Under 18 years – bring a Parent or Legal Guardian to sign your forms.
- A pen swimming costume towel and a snack for the breaks.
- Any personal dive equipment you wish to use.
- The $450.00 balance of your course fee.
Cost
- Scheduled Open Water Diver Course Fee: total is $750.00; deposit is $300.00.
- Includes: PADI eLearning Course Dive Gear Rental Pool Sessions and Sea Dives. Rental wetsuits are available in stock sizes only. Other sizes are available for purchase. Made-to-measure options can be ordered and purchased.
- 10% off all in-store purchases during your course. Does not include packages.
- $20 off your course fee for every person you get to sign on with you.
When
Our PADI Open Water Diver Courses are scheduled year-round. See our online calendar for scheduled course dates or ask in store. Booking early guarantees your place and price.
Looking for different dates or smaller classes? Ask about our one-off course options. Let us know what you need and we will do our best to help (conditions may apply).
Booking your course
- Course bookings can be made in-store via email online or over the phone
- The deposit of $300.00 secures your place on a course and purchases your eLearning course.
- Deposits are transferable to another person but are not refundable.
- eLearning courses once redeemed cannot be transferred.
- Before we can send you the eLearning link we require your full name date of birth a valid personal email address and phone number.
- Your course balance is to be paid before we can begin your pool training.
Activities For Certified PADI Open Water Divers
- Local Diving; It’s a good idea to keep diving regularly especially in the weeks following your course. We’re here to help with advice on dive sites and gear rental. Want a guide? Join us for Dive Days!
- Advanced Open Water course; Further your dive skills and continue your underwater adventures with the PADI Advanced Open Water course you can start straight after your Open Water Diver course.
- As a certified PADI Open Water Diver you can take the following Specialty Diver courses alongside those available to non-divers; Altitude Diver – AWARE Fish ID diver – Boat Diver – Digital Underwater Photographer – Diver Propulsion Vehicle Diver – Drift Diver – Drysuit Diver – Enriched Air/Nitrox Diver – Equipment Specialist – Night Diver – Peak Performance Buoyancy – Sidemount Diver – Underwater Naturalist – Underwater Navigation
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
New Zealand Sea Adventures, 9 Marina View, Mana, Porirua, New Zealand
