Discover Scuba Diving
Just a one-day introductory program, the Discover Scuba Diving course gives you the chance to test and use a full set of SCUBA equipment and take a full ocean dive from one of our dive boats.
What you need
PADI eLearning
With Your Instructor
If you have ever wondered what it feels like to breathe underwater, this is where your journey begins.
Discover Scuba Diving is not a certification course. It is your first guided experience in the ocean. No previous experience is required — all you need is a willingness to try something new.
Throughout the experience, you will be guided step by step. The pace is calm and controlled, with a strong focus on comfort and safety.
Designed for complete beginners.
Before entering the water, you will receive a clear and simple briefing covering the equipment, breathing techniques, and basic safety skills.
The session begins in shallow water, allowing you to become comfortable with the equipment. Once you are ready, you will continue to your first open water dive.
How the experience works
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Paperwork and medical check
~15 minYou will complete a short form before the session. This ensures you are fit to dive and comfortable with the activity. Any relevant conditions can be discussed in advance.
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Theory: eLearning or on-site briefing
~30 minYou will learn the fundamental principles of scuba diving, including breathing techniques, pressure awareness, and basic communication. This can be completed online in advance or in person before the dive.
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Confined water session
~45 minTraining begins in calm, shallow water. This allows you to become familiar with the equipment, practice basic skills, and build confidence in a controlled environment.
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Your first open water dive
~45 minOnce you are comfortable, you will proceed to your first open water dive. The descent is gradual, and the pace is adjusted to your comfort level. The instructor remains with you at all times.
What you will gain
How diving works
A clear understanding of equipment, breathing, and the fundamentals of being underwater.
Confidence in the water
Develop a calm, controlled relationship with the underwater environment.
The underwater world
Experience the unique calm and beauty beneath the surface for the first time.
A path forward
Discover whether full certification with our Open Water course is your next step.
No prior experience is needed. The Discover Scuba Diving program is designed for complete beginners.
You’ll learn basic safety guidelines, essential scuba skills, and get a chance to experience an open water dive under the supervision of a PADI Professional.
Yes — if you complete the Discover Scuba Diving program with us, we’ll credit it toward your PADI Open Water Diver Course, giving you a head start on your certification.