Advanced Open Water Diver Course
The Advanced Open Water course is a great way to build on what you have already learned in your Open Water course.
PADI Advanced Open Water Course
You will develop new capabilities and be introduced to new diving activities whilst increasing your confidence in the water. And no, you don’t have to be an advanced diver to take the Advanced Open Water diver course – it’s designed so you can go straight into it after completing the PADI Open Water Diver course! This is a great way to gain more diving experience while continuing to learn under the supervision of a PADI Instructor.
You will complete the theory section of the Advanced Open Water course online, prior to arriving in Grand Cayman.
Course Details
We will conduct 5 Adventure dives which will introduce you to different, exciting areas of diving, including Deep, Navigation & Peak Performance Buoyancy. You will still have two more adventure dives to complete, and can choose from Night, Wreck, Fish Identification, Search & Recovery, Enriched Air Nitrox, Naturalist, Boat and Multilevel & Computer.
The course runs over a day and half, where you will complete 3 dives on the first day and 2 on the second morning.
Upon completion of the course you will be a certified Advanced Open Water diver and each Adventure Dive in the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course may credit toward the first dive of the corresponding PADI Specialty Diver course.
Quick Facts
Max. Depth:
100 Ft**
Min. Age:
12 yrs
No. of Dives:
5
Duration:
1.5 days
Cost:
US$400.00*
Pre-requisites:
Open Water Diver
Completed PADI eLearning
PADI Medical Statement Required
* Does not include PADI eLearning fee
**12-14 year olds are limited to 70 feet
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
Day 1 – 8am-4.30pm: Navigation, PPB & Adventure Dive 3
Day 2 – 8am-12.30pm: Deep & Adventure Dive 5
Ready to get started? It’s as easy as 1..2..3!
- Download and check the PADI Medical Statement to ensure you are still in good health for diving.
- Click the button below to start your online theory today
- Call 877-506-6368 toll-free or email info@redsailcayman.com to book your dive course dates!
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time of year to dive in Grand Cayman?
The beauty of diving in Grand Cayman is that we can dive year-round!
Whilst we don’t typically have ‘seasons’ as such, there are variations in the weather dependent on the time of year you visit. Generally the West side has the calmest waters with winds coming predominantly from the East, but we can offer dives from the North, West, East, South, the Ex-USS Kittiwake & Stingray City.
What is the water temperature in Grand Cayman? Do I need a wetsuit?
December, January & February typically have stronger winds, with slightly ‘cooler’ water temperatures – around 80ºF. The waters start to warm up again after this and the hottest months are July, August,& September – when the water can reach up to 86ºF! Most people are comfortable with no wetsuit, or a 3mm shorty (available to rent if required).
I haven’t dived for a few years. Should I take a refresher class?
Yes. For your safety and enjoyment during your dive activities, Red Sail Sports refresher policy is as follows:
Last dive was over 1 year ago – Refresher Course recommended.
Last dive was 2-5 years ago – Red Sail Refresher Course required.
Last dive was 6+ years ago – Full PADI Scuba Tune Up Course required.
You are more than welcome to complete a refresher class prior to arriving in Grand Cayman and take part in a shallow dive before a wall dive.
If you have any further questions about our refresher course policy then please call toll free 1-877-506-6368 or email and our representatives will be happy to assist.
Which dive certification cards do you accept?
All certified divers are required to present a Certification card upon check-in. Red Sail Sports accepts the following certification cards, among others: PADI, SSI (NASDS), NAUI, IDEA, PDIC, SDI, YMCA & HSA.
I forgot to bring my certification card with me, will I still be able to dive?
Proof of dive certification is required to dive with Red Sail Sports. Many of the larger dive agencies (PADI, NAUI, SSI) have an online system to look up divers, so if you have forgotten your certification card we should be able to find you if you are certified with one of these agencies. If not then we recommend that you contact your certifying agency prior to arrival on island.