The PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Open Water Diver certification is one of the most recognized scuba diving certifications worldwide. It’s designed for individuals who want to learn how to scuba dive independently, allowing them to dive to a depth of 18 meters (60 feet) with a buddy, without the need for direct supervision by a professional.

To obtain the PADI Open Water Diver certification, individuals typically undergo a combination of knowledge development, confined water (pool) dives, and open water di