The PADI Open Water Course:

Scuba Diving is easy, fun and liberating. Anyone can do it. So no, you can’t go back to the couch and watch TV. Come with us to a world where you can fly, see beautiful colours, no mobile phones ringing - not even your mother can get hold of you!

Ever wondered what having no gravity feels like?
Want to be an explorer?
Want to see some of nature's most beautiful creations?
Want to be qualified so you can dive on your holidays?
Interested in joining one of the best sports going?
Answered yes? then the beginners scuba diving course is for you!

You will be taught in a PADI Gold Palm Resort and BSAC Premier Dive School so be assured you are in the best hands. Our safety record is outstanding, and our personal teaching standards derive from technical dive training.

If you are looking for BSAC courses?...click here.
Looking for the PADI Advanced Open Water Course?...click here

What does the course involve?
The course is split into three parts. Theory, Confined Water and Open water. Part 1, the theory, is taught using books, videos, quizzes and your instructor. We have taught many dyslexic people over the years, so don't be put off by the theory, its easy. Part 2 involves swimming pool training. This is great fun, and teaches you a variety of standard diving techniques and emergency procedures. Part 3 puts your theory and confined skill practise into action with 4 ocean dives.

Learn to dive with Active - Small Groups - 20yrs Experience

How long will it take?
3 to 4 days.

What am I qualified to do with a PADI Open Water license?
You can dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres or 60 feet, with a person qualified to the same level or higher. It also allows you to buy or hire dive equipment and get your tanks filled at a filling station.

What do I need?
Just a swimming costume. You do NOT need any previous diving experience.

Our beginner scuba diving courses are carried out in 3 locations:

PADI diving courses in Lanzarote:
Lanzarote has been voted as one of the best places to learn in Europe. Our dive centre is right outside a protected bay hosting a small reef, making it safe for you to learn in the sea rather than in a swimming pool. I know what I would prefer!

PADI diving courses in Dahab:
Dahab holds two of the top 20 dive sites in the world. Simply, Dahab is relaxed, fun and has kept its culture. The centre is idyllic with hammocks by the beach, a social bar, beach bbq's and plenty more. An ideal place to experience diving and do some other activities whilst on holiday.

PADI diving courses in Sharm el Shiekh:
Diving in Sharm is a must. Virtually ever diver dives in the red sea at one stage of their life. It is known for its vibrant underwater and above water life. You will never be board in Sharm! The diving really is that good hear. From small tropical fish to giant whale sharks, Sharm el Sheikh will leave you flabbergasted! Don't take my word for it, try it yourself.

Learn to scuba dive! 7 days holiday including the PADI Open Water Course accomm, transfers & more, fr only £290...GO

The fast Track! 7 Day holiday incl: PADI Open Water Course & PADI Advanced Open Water Course - fr £420...GO

Each of our dive centres has at
least 1 'Course Director' present.

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Other PADI Scuba diving courses

We run a full range of diving courses from beginner scuba diving courses to specialist National Geographic courses. Our scuba diving lessons are run in small groups to ensure a personal experience. Below is a list of some of the PADI courses, click here for a full list of our BSAC scuba diving courses. Scroll down for information about our National Geographic programmes.

The PADI Open Water course and PADI Advanced Open Water course are the most popular and essential PADI courses. All our dive centres are 5 star PADI dive centres and our instructors trained in, and qualified to teach, the PADI scuba diving certification programs. Speak to a scuba diving professional and find out more about our PADI courses, contact us now...click

We offer the PADI National Geographic Open Water diver and speciality diving courses on our diving holidays. PADI and the National Geographic have combined and created unique diving courses. They end in a scuba diving certification, and are done in Sharm el Sheikh, Red Sea, Egypt. The course's emphasis is on the study and observation of marine life, and the skills you need to do this safely. Adventure, conservation and exploration are key elements, and understanding why human stewardship of our water resources is crucial to our planet's future through positive and non intrusive interaction with aquatic creatures and underwater habitats contact us now for more information...click