Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q.1 : Who can take the PADI Freediver Course?

    Answer: Anyone who is in good health, comfortable in the water, and able to swim can take the course. You must also be at least 12 years old to enrol in a beginner freediver program. Also, you should know how to scuba dive. However, you need not have any experience in freediving. To be an advanced freediver, you should be at least 15 years old and to be a master-level freediver, you’d have to be at least 18 years of age. You should also have training in CPR and First Aid within 24 months before the course. 

  • Q.2 : What is the cost of the PADI Shore Diver Course?
    The cost of the PADI Shore Diver Course varies depending on the dive center or instructor. Generally, the cost ranges from INR 15,000 to INR 25,000.
  • Q.3 : Any health concerns I need to be aware of before diving?

    Answer: Scuba diving involves breathing compressed air, which can exacerbate conditions like asthma, chronic bronchitis, or other chronic obstructive airway diseases. You should consult your doctor before signing up for the DSD course to ensure that you are not risking your health while diving. Pregnant women and people with a history of heart disease, stroke, or heart attack should be particularly cautious.

    Additionally, certain medications and the use of substances like alcohol or illicit drugs can also influence an individual's fitness to dive. Before your DSD experience, you will typically be asked to complete a standard medical questionnaire to identify any potential issues.

  • Q.4 : Is there any training for scuba diving in the Andaman Islands?

    Answer: Yes, there will be training before you take your leap of faith under the water. There is a basic training program for those of you who just want to try scuba diving. The training will last for 1-2 hours and cover all the rules you’d have to follow under the water. You’ll also be taught some techniques you can use while diving. Note that this training is different from the one you can take for scuba certification.

  • Q.5 : What are the different levels of the PADI Freediver Course?

    Answer: The freediver course is divided into three levels: the beginner Freediver course, the Advanced Freediver course, and the Master Freediver course. The freediver course in the beginner level and covers the basics of freediving, including breathing techniques and safety procedures. The Advanced Freediver course builds on these skills and teaches students advanced techniques such as variable weight diving and free immersion diving. The Master Freediver course is the most advanced level and is meant for experienced freedivers who want to become dive masters. 

  • Q.6 : Do I need to have my scuba diving equipment for the PADI Shore Diver Course?
    No, you do not need to have your own scuba diving equipment for the PADI Shore Diver Course. The dive center or instructor will provide all the necessary equipment, including a wetsuit, fins, mask, regulator, and tank.
  • Q.7 : Can I wear prescription glasses while diving?

    Answer: Wearing standard eyeglasses while scuba diving isn't practical or comfortable, primarily due to the design of the dive mask and the need for a good seal against your face to prevent water from entering the mask. You can wear prescription dive masks or contacts while diving to help with this issue. Many divers opt to wear soft contact lenses while diving. Soft contact lenses are generally considered safe to use during diving.

  • Q.8 : Can you get a scuba certification if you are a beginner swimmer?

    Answer: While anybody can scuba dive, only those who know swimming can take pursue a scuba certification course. Since you know the basics of swimming, you diving centre will allow to take a scuba certification course. You essentially need to know how to float on water and tread along for at least minutes. If you can swim at least 200 metres unaided, congratulations, you can now enrol for a PADI scuba certification course. You can always continue to enhance your swimming skills while you train to be a scuba diver.

  • Q.9 : What are the different levels of the PADI Freediver Course?

    Answer: The freediver course is divided into three levels: the beginner Freediver course, the Advanced Freediver course, and the Master Freediver course. The freediver course in the beginner level and covers the basics of freediving, including breathing techniques and safety procedures. The Advanced Freediver course builds on these skills and teaches students advanced techniques such as variable weight diving and free immersion diving. The Master Freediver course is the most advanced level and is meant for experienced freedivers who want to become dive masters. 

  • Q.10 : Where can I take the PADI Shore Diver Course in India?
    The PADI Shore Diver Course is offered at various dive centers and resorts throughout India. Some popular destinations for scuba diving in India include the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Goa, and Lakshadweep.


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