Duration:
Operated By:
PADI Open Water Diver Course
Unlock a lifetime of underwater adventure with Perth’s premier dive course. Become a fully qualified PADI Open Water Diver in just three days, featuring spectacular boat dives at the world-renowned Rottnest Island. 🌊
Flexible Learning Schedules
We offer flexible course schedules running every week, all year round, designed to fit your lifestyle. Bring a buddy along to share the experience and save!
- Full-Time Schedule: Friday to Sunday (8:30am – 5:00pm / 8:00am – 5:00pm)
- Mid-Week Schedule: Tuesday to Thursday (8:30am – 5:00pm / 8:00am – 5:00pm)
- Private 1-on-1 Schedule: Customise three days to suit your personal schedule with exclusive private tuition.
Premium Course Inclusions
Your all-inclusive training package covers everything you need to dive safely and confidently: 🐠
- PADI eLearning: Complete all your dive theory online at your own pace
- PADI Digital Log Book: Track your underwater journeys digitally
- Four Complete Dives: Includes 2 beach dives and 2 incredible Rottnest Island boat dives
- Full Equipment Hire: Premium BCD, regulator, cylinder, wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, boots, and weight belt
- Pool & Air Fills: All swimming pool entry fees and air fills included
- Dive Club Membership: Enjoy free weekly club dives, exclusive special offers, and loyalty reward points
- Project AWARE Donation: Supporting vital marine environment conservation
- PADI Certification Card: Your passport to explore the world’s oceans
Course Prerequisites
- Minimum of 14 years of age
- Be fit to dive (answer NO to all questions on the RSTC Medical Statement or be deemed FIT TO DIVE by a doctor)
- Ability to swim 200 metres and tread water for 10 minutes unassisted
Your Three-Day Journey
Our comprehensive training program is structured into three exciting phases: ⛵
- Phase 1: Online Theory: Complete your PADI eLearning modules and quizzes comfortably from home before your practical training begins.
- Phase 2: Pool & Beach Training: Master essential scuba skills in the safety of a swimming pool, followed by your first ocean dives at Perth’s beautiful white-sand beaches under the guidance of experienced instructors.
- Phase 3: Rottnest Island Boat Dives: Complete your final practical training onboard our custom vessel, Blue Destiny, exploring the stunning marine sanctuaries of Rottnest Island. 🤿
Important Health and Safety Information
Prior to commencing your dive course, you are required to complete the self-assessment Student Diver Medical Declaration. A YES answer to any questions indicates there is a pre-existing condition which may affect your safety while diving and you must consult a medical practitioner, preferably with experience in diving medicine, to obtain a dive medical certificate that states you are medically fit to dive. Your medical must be completed before starting your practical training.
To obtain a copy of the form, Click Here.
Handy Tips for Success
- Ask plenty of questions—our instructors are dedicated to building your confidence.
- Communicate any discomfort immediately, such as a tight wetsuit.
- Bring a reusable water bottle to stay well-hydrated throughout your training.
- Stay positive! Our team is here to support you through every step of the learning process.
Essential Preparation and FAQs
Required Items to Bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Sunscreen, hat, and sun protection
- Lunch or money for lunch
- Completed PADI eLearning confirmation (printed copy)
- Dive medical certificate (if required)
Flying Guidelines After Diving
We recommend that you do not fly within 24 hours of diving. The earliest you should fly is 3:00pm on the day after your course concludes.
Swimming Requirements
Yes, you must be able to swim 200 metres (any style) and tread water for 10 minutes unassisted.
Simple Booking Process
- Select your preferred course start date below (Full-Time starts Friday, Mid-Week starts Tuesday).
- Select the number of participants.
- Click “CONFIRM AVAILABILITY” or “BUY GIFT CARD”.
- If buying as a surprise gift, please ensure you do not insert the recipient’s email address in the participant details to prevent early notifications.
Once your booking is complete, you will receive confirmation details and your PADI eLearning Pass. Please allow approximately 10 hours to complete your online theory comfortably before your practical training begins.
Perth Scuba confirms receipt of your PADI Open Water Diver Course booking for your preferred dates commencing at Perth Scuba, 180 Bannister Road, Canning Vale. Welcome to your exciting PADI Open Water Diver Course – you’re going to have an awesome time learning to dive with us. Get ready for an adventure that will introduce you to the underwater world!
PLEASE READ THIS EMAIL COMPLETELY BEFORE ACTIVATING YOUR PADI eLEARNING PASS
Course Schedule
Follow the link below for the schedule that applies to your course:
- Tuesday start – select Mid-Week Course
- Friday start – select Full Time Course
https://www.perthscuba.com/diving/padi-dive-courses/open-water-diver/course-schedule/
Bring to Course
On your first day of the course make sure you bring:
- PADI eLearning Record (completed including final exam)
- Dive Medical (only if required)
- Bathers/swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen, hat, sun protection
- Lunch (or lunch money)
Transport
If you have NOT selected our guaranteed transport option, you will need your own transport for the duration of the course. Pre-book your Perth Scuba guaranteed transport for free. Transport subject to availability.
eLearning Pass (Online Theory Pre-Study)
Soon you will receive a separate email containing a link to your PADI eLearning Pass. It will contain instructions on how to activate and redeem your online training with a code. If you don’t receive your PADI eLearning Pass within 48 hours of making your booking (check your SPAM/JUNK folder). When you have received your eLearning pass, you will need to activate it to complete your dive course theory online.
Once activated – this code will give you access to your own online training classroom. This is yours forever once completed. PADI eLearning codes – once activated – cannot be deactivated. This means that once you have accessed the code, there can be no refunds issued for the cost of your pass.
Please ensure that you have passed your dive medical (if required – see Medical Statement for more information) PRIOR to activating this pass to avoid any financial loss to yourself should you fail your Dive Medical.
Complete eLearning Pre-Study Before Course
Please complete all knowledge reviews, quizzes and final exam before commencing your course at Perth Scuba. Failure to do so will result in you being unable to commence the course until completed and will result in a $300 rebooking fee. PADI eLearning takes a minimum of 10 hours to complete.
Activating your PADI eLearning Pass is your acceptance and agreement to Perth Scuba’s Terms and Conditions (http://www.perthscuba.com/terms-and-conditions/).
Important – Do You Need a Dive Medical?
Please read the Dive Medical (attached). If you answer YES to ANY of the questions on the statement, you MUST OBTAIN a Dive Medical stating that you are FIT TO DIVE prior to your course. Should you not require a Dive Medical (you answered NO to all questions) you will be required to sign a waiver stating you understand the risks associated with scuba diving without a full medical clearance.
Prerequisites
You must be able to swim 200 metres and tread water for 10 minutes unassisted to learn to dive.
Group Bookings
If you have booked onto a course as part of a pair or a group and one member can’t make the course date for any reason, the other/rest of the party are still expected to attend. If choose not to attend, a rescheduling fee of $300 per person will apply.
Minimum Course Numbers
Dive Courses require minimum numbers to proceed. If minimum numbers are not reached we may need to reschedule your course to a new date that suits both yourself and our minimum participant numbers. Perth Scuba will notify you as early as possible if your course will not be proceeding as scheduled.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Be minimum of 14 years of age to learn to dive in WA.
- Be able to swim 200 metres and tread water for 10 minutes unassisted to learn to dive in Western Australia.
- Complete your PADI eLearning and online exam before you arrive at Perth Scuba.
- Be medically fit to dive. If you answer YES to any questions on the medical statement, you MUST have a Doctor deem you FIT TO DIVE before your course commencement.
Rebooking Policy
In addition to the eLearning Agreement (http://www.perthscuba.com/terms-and-conditions/), please note that we can offer you rebooking of your course date free of charge ONCE, as long as the below conditions apply:
- 7 days or more notice: Possible to change your course date free of charge ONCE.
- 24 – 48 hours’ notice: If you have a Medical Certificate stating you are unfit to dive, have completed your PADI eLearning AND haven’t moved before. You can reschedule your course date free of charge ONCE. If any of these conditions are not met, you will be charged a rebooking fee of $300.
- Less than 24 hours notice: A rebooking fee of $300 will apply.
Important
If you have booked onto a course as part of a pair or group and one member can’t make the course date for any reason, the other/rest of the party are still expected to attend. If not, a rescheduling fee of $300 per person will apply to each person.
For full terms and conditions go to http://www.perthscuba.com/terms-and-conditions/
