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Welcome to the Underwater world! 
Learn the basics and begin investigating the secrets of the sea. This is the entry level program through which most people begin the adventure of diving.
Phase One: Knowledge Development & Pool Training

Here you gain the Knowledge and skills necessary for safe diving. This is often referred to as the "Referral Program". This begins with you reviewing an enjoyable, Home Study program.  Once the home studies are completed, you are eligible to join any of our pool training sessions.  In the pool session you will have time to become comfortable with the diving equipment. 

Upon completion of the pool training you will participate in one evening of academic review of all the home study materials.  Here we will review the material and complete the final exam over the studies.

Once completed you will be ready for Phase 2, the ocean training dives.

Swimming ability?
You do not need to be a great swimmer but, a minimum swimming ability is necessary for certification in SCUBA diving and will be tested the evening of the pool session.  You will be asked to swim 200 yards without stopping, or swimming on your back, and then you must be able to tread water for 10 minutes without stopping or holding onto the side of the pool or another diver.  If you do not feel you can accomplish these tasks at this time it is recommended that you practice your swimming before registering for SCUBA lessons.
Phase Two: Open Water, Ocean Training Dives

In the ocean training dives you will participate in four dives. Under the guidance of a professional diving instructor, you will practice the skills learned in Phase One.

​You can complete the Phase Two training at any PADI facility in the world.  You can find a complete listing of PADI Dive Centers at www.PADI.com

You will join your PADI Instructor for at least four exciting dives.  Once completed you will receive the internationally recognized, PADI "Open Water Diver Certification"   and you will be ready to join the adventure that is diving! 

​So what are you waiting for?  You'll never find a more enjoyable, thorough or safer diving course. Take the plunge! Enroll in a Seattle Scuba Schools Open Water Diver Course today and join the adventure.   
The underwater paradise is waiting for you!

Tropical Referral Certification Course

This Includes
  • Phase One

Through our Tropical Resort Certification Program you don't have to spend your valuable vacation time sitting in a classroom. Begin your dive training with our Home Study program, in your free time, in your own home.  You should plan to spend 15 to 20 hours on the home studies. 

Upon completion of the Home Studies you will join us in the pool for an introduction to the equipment.

Swimming ability?
You do not need to be a great swimmer but, a minimum swimming ability is necessary for certification in SCUBA diving and will be tested the evening of the pool session.  You will be asked to swim 200 yards without stopping, or swimming on your back, and then you must be able to tread water for 10 minutes without stopping or holding onto the side of the pool or another diver.  If you do not feel you can accomplish these tasks at this time it is recommended that you practice your swimming before registering for SCUBA lessons.

Subsequent to the pool session there will be an evening classroom review session of the Home Studies.  That review session is about two hours and is usually held the Friday evening following the pool training.

At the end of the evening review you will then be ready to complete the ocean training.  You have one year to complete the training and can choose any PADI Resort in the world to finish the program. With thousands of Resorts to choose from worldwide, you can pick the destination of your dreams at which to go diving.  You can find a complete listing of PADI Dive Centers at www.PADI.com

Fees for the ocean training dives will vary widely and will be levied by the resort at which you choose to do the training.  We can supply you with list of PADI training facilities in the destination of your choice.  You will be responsible for making arrangements for your training dives and for all fees incured in said training.

Getting started in diving has never been this easy, and now with our giant selection of resort facilities at which you can complete the diving, it has never been this fun.
Referral Certification Course

Tuition:  $295 / diver 

Study Kit: $125

Course Total: $420


FREE RENTAL GEAR
 
2 or more divers receive 10% discount off the tuition portion of the program.

Military, Law Enforcement and Fire Protection personnel receive 15% discount off the tuition portion of the program.

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