PADI Open Water Diver (OWD)

Your gateway to the underwater world. The Open Water Diver course teaches you the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to dive safely with a buddy to depths of 18 meters. This comprehensive certification opens up diving opportunities worldwide.

What You'll Learn

Theory and Knowledge

  • Basic diving theory and safety principles
  • Equipment function and maintenance
  • Dive planning and safety procedures
  • Underwater communication and navigation
  • Environmental awareness and protection

Practical Skills

  • Equipment assembly and safety checks
  • Breathing techniques and buoyancy control
  • Mask and regulator clearing
  • Emergency procedures and alternate air source use
  • Underwater navigation and communication
  • Safe ascent and descent techniques

Training Components

Knowledge Development Five theory sessions covering diving physics, equipment, environment, dive tables, and safety procedures. Includes quizzes and final exam.

Confined Water Training Five pool or confined water sessions to master essential scuba skills in a controlled environment before moving to open water.

Open Water Dives Four open water training dives applying skills learned in confined water while exploring real diving environments.

Watermanship Assessment Swimming and water comfort evaluations to ensure you can handle yourself safely in aquatic environments.

Course Details

Duration: 3-4 days 

Prerequisites: Age 10 or older, basic swimming ability, medical form filled 

Maximum depth: 18 meters 

What's included: Elearning, confined water training, 4-6 open water dives, certification materials, and equipment 

Price: 850€ / person

What You'll Receive

Complete PADI Open Water Diver certification recognized worldwide, logbook, and comprehensive training materials for future reference.

Next Steps

Open Water Diver certification qualifies you for independent diving with a certified buddy and serves as the foundation for all advanced PADI courses including Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, and specialty certifications.

Equipment rental available. Small class sizes with maximum 4 students ensure personalized attention and safe learning environment.

Check Diver Medical form, before the course:


Next courses

In Ivalo/Inari: Summer 2026 (2 courses, 8 spots available) - Accommodation & full board available

In Rovaniemi: Summer 2026 (1 course, 4 spots available) - Accommodation available

In Ylläs: Summer 2026 (2 courses, 7/8 spots available) - Accommodation available

In Utsjoki:  Summer 2026 (1 course, 4 spots available) - Accommodation & full board available