Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: A course for beginners, Discover Scuba Diving is created for people who wish to experience the sport without fully committing themselves to a complete certification course. It comprises a small theory session as well as a shallow water dive wherein the individual is accompanied by a certified instructor.

The PADI Divemaster course is offered by many PADI dive centers and resorts in India. Some popular locations include the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Goa, Pondicherry, and Lakshadweep.

The PADI Underwater Naturalist Course is offered at various PADI dive centers and resorts throughout India.

Anyone upwards from the age of 10 can do scuba. However, the training techniques would differ for a child compared to an adult. Also, it is the scuba diving centre that determines if they would allow a child to dive or not. If you have a child who’d like to scuba, contact the scuba diving centre first to ask if they have the facilities for it. Another good news is that there is no upper age limit for scuba diving either. As long as you have a strong respiratory system, you can take that dive.

Answer: The Open Water Diver is the most sought-after scuba diving course and is ideally the primary step towards turning into a certified diver. It consists of open water dives, confined water dives, and theory sessions. Overall, it wraps up the basics of scuba diving, such as underwater communication, dive planning, and equipment usage.

The PADI Divemaster course typically takes 4-6 weeks to complete, depending on the individual’s pace of learning and experience level.

You will make two open water dives during the PADI Underwater Naturalist Course.

Yes, you need the training to be able to scuba dive, irrespective of whether or not you know how to swim. Your training for the scuba dive will last no more than 2 hours and you’d be taught a few breathing and gliding tips. You’ll also be informed about the dos and don’ts under the water. To further allay your fears of being underwater, you’ll be accompanied by a trained instructor who will guide you through your exciting journey under the deep blue sea. This training is different from scuba certification courses that last for 2 to 3 days and are only available to trained swimmers.

Answer: Advanced Open Water Diver is the advanced course of scuba diving that enables individuals to explore the deeper depths of diving spots and even more difficult dive sites. The course consists of five adventure dives, including night diving, navigation, and deep diving. Further, it also comprises practical assessments and theory sessions.

The PADI Divemaster course is designed to develop your leadership abilities and expand your diving knowledge and skills. The course includes:

• Knowledge development sessions to improve your understanding of dive theory, physics, physiology, equipment, and environment
• Water skills and stamina exercises to enhance your diving ability, including underwater mapping and search and recovery technique
• Practical training exercises to develop your leadership abilities, such as supervising dive activities, assisting instructors, and conducting briefings.