Open Water Diver Course
Learn to dive in Grand Cayman! The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular scuba course, and has introduced millions of people to the adventurous diving lifestyle.
PADI Open Water Course
At Red Sail Sports we offer the PADI eLearning Open Water Course, which contains 3 sections that are designed to give you the skills to become a certified, self-sufficient diver. The 3 components of the course are theory, shallow water skill practice and open water training dives.
The theory section of the course is completed through PADI eLearning, on-line in the comfort of your own home – giving you time to study at your own pace.
Course Details
This is a three-day course which is divided into two segments: confined (shallow) water training and open water training. The confined water section is where we build the foundation of basic Open Water skills, such as mask clearing, dealing with problems and how to avoid them. We then move on to your Open Water Dives which includes four training dives made from shore and from our custom-built boats to our beautiful Cayman dive sites.
Once the course is finished you will be certified as a PADI Open Water Diver which is your ticket to dive anywhere in the world!
Quick Facts
Max. Depth:
60 Ft*
Min. Age:
10 yrs*
No. of Dives:
4
Duration:
3 days
Cost:
US$500.00*
Pre-requisites:
PADI Medical Statement Required
* Does note include PADI elearning fee.
10 & 11 year olds are limited to 40 feet
SAMPLE SCHEDULE:
Day 1 – 8am-5pm: Confined water training,10 minute float, 200 yd swim
Day 2 – 8am-4pm: Open Water Dives 1 & 2
Day 3 – 8am-12.30pm: Open Water Dives 3 & 4
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.