Learn to Dive Course
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Before Booking Your Course
All participants must complete a medical questionnaire before starting the course. If any condition is flagged, you will need to obtain clearance from a doctor.
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Conditions
- Minimum age is 12 years.
- Basic swimming ability is required (200m swim, 10-minute float).
- You must wait 18 hours after your last dive before flying.
- Participants aged 12–14 qualify as Junior Open Water Divers and must dive with an adult.
- If you've already purchased PADI eLearning, we’ll deduct it from your course cost.
If you have questions about eligibility, see our beginner scuba diving FAQ, or contact us—we’re happy to help.
Bonus Seal Dive Included!
Book a PADI Open Water course that runs between 31st May and 31st August, and you'll receive a FREE dive with Australian fur seals, valued at $252. This is the prime time of year to experience these playful creatures in their natural habitat—an unforgettable way to celebrate your certification!
The seal dive takes place at Port Kembla, just a short boat ride from shore, where you'll encounter seals up close as they dart, swirl, and flip around you underwater.
Note: Transport to Port Kembla is not included—you’ll need to arrange your own transport for the seal dive. For full details, see our Seal Dive page.
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