Take the Plunge With Our Beginner Course
Class Structure: We use an interactive classroom, so there are no boring lectures here. Most classes will begin with a lesson based on what has been read from your Open Water online materials. After the Classroom Session, you’ll head downtown to the YMCA’s indoor pool to practice the techniques learned.
Our condensed weekend course will run one weekend, Friday-Sunday. Class times are Friday 5pm-10pm, Saturday 10am-8pm and Sunday 2pm-9:30pm. You will have a total of 8 hours of classroom and 3 hours of pool each day.
Age Limits: Minimum age is 10 years old.
Equipment Needed: Prior to class start, you will need to purchase a mask, snorkel, boots and fins. You can be fitted for your equipment in our shop. The fitting process takes around 30 to 45 min. The fitting session is very important to ensure all of your equipment is fitted properly and ready for your adventure into the underwater world.
Students receive 10% discount off scuba gear purchased in our store. On your first day of class, you will also be fitted for a BCD and regulator, which will be used during classroom pool sessions. These are free of charge for use during pool sessions.
You will be given a link to your online learning materials, dive log book, and Recreational Dive Planner.
Frequent Questions
How do I register for open water certification?
Come by the shop or call if you can’t make it in. Once the course is paid for, you will be sent all of your coursework from SSI
