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Dive Courses - Open Water Diver Course
| Course Overview |
| The Scuba diver course is designed to introduce the beginner or unqualified
scuba diver to the joys of underwater life. This course is probably the most exciting of all as
many of the students unused senses are suddenly put to use. New life forms are discovered and a
wonderful array of knowledge is gained. By the end of the course the qualified scuba diver will
be able to safely dive to a depth of 18m and be in possession of a choice of prized
certifications from Either SSI or PADI. All these Certifications are respected World Wide. |
| Course Duration & Content |
- The Course lasts about 4 Days,
- Theory is completed by distance learning and re-enforced with classroom lectures and
video’s
- 6 x Pool sessions in a wonderfully heated pool
- 5 Sea Dives at Aliwal Shoal
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| The course completion time can be tailored to your needs and time
availability. You will be Taught basic Physics, Physiology, Equipment use and care, Use of Dive
safety tables, basic rescue, first aid & CPR and How to Scuba dive and have fun safely. |
| Course Requirements |
- 15 years of age and medically fit
- 12 years of age and medically fit for Junior Certification
- No previous diving experience is necessary however basic swimming skills and a sense of
humour are a must.
- Basic Swimming skill include a 200m swim - no time limit, 10 minute survival swim and 10m
underwater swim (this is the easy part)
- Our highly trained Instructors and Dive Masters will teach all the other skills. Scuba
diving is one of life's great leveller sports, which means that anyone can do it, male or
female old or young.
- All we require is as a current medical certificate from a suitably qualified diving
physician. We will provide the candidate with the services of a diving doctor if necessary at
much reduced school rates.
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| Equipment Required |
| Basic equipment such as wet suit, mask, snorkel and fins are required. If you do
not wish to buy gear this can be hired from our well-stocked dive store at R200.00 for the
duration of the Course. |
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| Course Costs |
| R1895.00 Inclusive of all Dives, Scuba Equipment hire, Course Materials, Notes,
Dive Tables and Certification & Registration Fees.There are NO HIDDEN EXTRA COSTS with
Seaforever. We do not work on a Library system and you will receive your own Kit to keep and
reference. |
| Agency Certification |
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