What does the PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Oahu include and what can I expect?

The 2-day course includes five adventure dives focusing on navigation, deep diving, and optional specialties, along with classroom sessions and skill development under professional instruction.

How long is the course and what is the daily schedule?

The course spans two full days, typically starting in the morning with classroom theory followed by afternoon open water dives each day.

Who is eligible to participate in this course? Are there age or fitness requirements?

Participants must be at least 12 years old, hold a PADI Open Water certification or equivalent, and be in good physical health to safely dive.

What should I bring or wear for the PADI Advanced Open Water Course?

Bring your PADI certification card, logbook, swimwear, towel, sunscreen, and comfortable clothing; all scuba gear is usually provided but you may bring your own if preferred.

How do I book the course, what is the cancellation policy, and where is the meeting point?

Bookings can be made online or by phone with a deposit; cancellations require at least 48 hours' notice for a refund. The meeting point is typically at the dive shop or designated beach location in Oahu, confirmed upon booking.

Advanced scuba divers training during two-day open water course

PADI Advanced Open Water Course 2-3 Days

The PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Honolulu is a 2-3 day program to improve diving confidence and skills. It covers specialties such as deep diving, navigation, and wreck diving.

$348.88

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PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Honolulu

The PADI Advanced Open Water Course is designed to help divers increase confidence and advance their scuba skills beyond basic certification. This 2-3 day course introduces new dive settings and techniques not typically accessible to basic open water divers.

Course Specialties

Deep Diver Specialty
Advanced Navigation Specialty
Wreck Diver Specialty
Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty
Delayed Surface Marker Buoy (DSMB) Diver Specialty

Participants may also opt for additional specialties such as Night Diving or Search & Recovery. The course includes both e-learning and in-person instructor-led knowledge development options.

Course Details

Duration: Minimum 2 days, recommended 3 days
Max student to instructor ratio: 4 to 1
Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
Price from $348.88
Provided by Ola ParaDive

This course is ideal for divers seeking to explore more challenging dive sites and expand their underwater skills.

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