Recreational Diver Training

How do I go about taking a scuba course? There are so many?

Once you are happy to proceed then we’ll discuss the different type of beginner courses available. Instructors belong to one or two training agencies, sometimes more. If the agency is recognized then its teachings will include all the basic skills you need, so don’t worry which is the ‘safest’ agency – they are all safe. They often only differ in materials and the way they structure their courses. It’s the person teaching the course you should be more concerned with at this stage; however I recommend the PADI recreational diver beginner course. It has a 45 year proven track record and is constantly updated to reflect the latest safety standards and teaching procedures. PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) are also the largest recreational agency in the world and certify close to one million divers each year. Your qualification will readily be accepted wherever you choose to travel and the agency is backed up by five regional offices and quality control departments. Learning to dive with non-qualified teachers may result in injury, disability or death.

The beginner course is named the ‘PADI Open Water Course’. Swimming and breathing underwater is easy but requires the right ‘lead-in’. Theory sessions, briefings and equipment checks preclude your first dip under the surface, which will take place in a shallow body of water deep enough to stand up in should you feel the need. From there on, I introduce depth and skills in line with your progress and comfort levels. I will often know more about your ability than you will, so trust my judgment and enjoy the course.
 

Beginner Training

The Open Water Course comes in many shapes and forms including home study, express training or week-long beginner programs. The important thing is that you find a pace that you’re comfortable with. We’re all different and no one person will complete a course in exactly the same way as another. For this purpose I tailor beginner courses depending on you or your group.

The content however, remains the same with theory, pool work and sea dives leading to your qualification and competency as a diver. PADI courses come with set standards and limits. Together with my vast experience and guidance you will acquire the basics for safe and enjoyable diving within the limits of your training.

Your qualification allows diving to 18m deep with another certified diver in conditions that you are familiar with. Many new divers, however, choose to continue diving with a guide for greater enjoyment and safety and there are many places to visit here in the Red Sea. Once qualified, you can build on your experience gradually or take the next course for newly qualified divers who wish to learn more about their sport. The ‘top-up’ course for getting you up to speed in more challenging and exciting environments is called the Advanced Open Water course and can be done at sea on a boat over a couple of days. Dive centres around the world sometimes prefer the Advanced rating when diving in currents and on shipwrecks deeper than 18m.

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Contact John now for further details - john@liquidworldscuba.com