Course Itinerary

1. Theory Session (Classroom/E-Learning)

• Introduction to scuba diving & SDI standards

• Physics & physiology of diving

• Dive equipment assembly & maintenance

• Underwater communication & hand signals

• Dive planning, safety procedures, and emergency protocols

• Marine environment awareness

(Students complete SDI e-learning before in-person sessions.)

2. Confined Water (Pool) Training

(1 Day | Skill Development in a Controlled Environment)

• Gear setup & buoyancy control

• Mask clearing & regulator recovery

• Underwater swimming techniques

• Emergency skills (controlled ascent, alternate air source use)

• Neutral buoyancy practice

3. Open Water Dives (Certification Dives)

(2 Days | Conducted at Pondicherry or Netrani Island)

Location Options:

1. Pondicherry

   • Artificial Reef training dives in Open Ocean.

   • Large marine life sightings

2. Netrani Island, Murudeshwar

   • Clear waters, Shallow dives with Coral Reef.

   • Reef sharks, Parrot fish, and vibrant coral

Dive Schedule:

• Day 1: 2 Ocean Dives (Skills practice + guided dive)

• Day 2: 2 Ocean Dives (Skills practice + guided dive)

(All dives supervised by SDI-certified instructors from Oceanac dive center.)

Speak to our instructor @ +91 8217476142

Inclusions

• SDI certification fees

• Full scuba gear rental (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, etc.)

• Pool training sessions

• 4 open water ocean dives (Pondicherry)

• Instructor fees & certification processing

FAQs: SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Certification

1. What’s included?
   Theory, confined water training, and 4 open water dives (max depth: 18m/60ft).

2. How long is the course?
   4 days (flexible scheduling).

3. Any prerequisites?
   Age 10+ (Junior) or 15+ (Standard), basic swimming skills, good health.

4. Where can I dive after certification?
   Anywhere globally (with a buddy, up to 18m).