Well after speaking to “the Boss” who is also known as “the Bloke” or “my husband” I have decided that this is going to be a lengthy affair.

First step is to do some snorkling (on his advice) to get used to wearing the mask and fins and blah blah. So we’ve decided to start buying the things we need now wetsuit, fins, mask, snorkle and get them ready for use as the weather warms up. Then we’ll spend the summer holidays (Dec- Jan) out swimming and snorkling around. If and only IF I can handle that then he is prepared totake some time off work and we’ll go together and do the Dive course.

Open Water Diver
Part-Time – 2 Nights, 1 Full Weekend, 2 Sundays, Fulltime – 4 Consecutive Days
April Part-Time 4th 18th
May Part-Time 2nd 16th 30th
June Part-Time 13th 27th
July Part-Time 11th 25th
August Part-Time 8th 22nd
Full Time Avaliable by Appointment

Open Water
The PADI Open Water Diver course provides a safe and enjoyable introduction to the world of scuba diving. The course includes theory tutorials, pool training and open water training, incorporating both shore and boat dives. The most modern training methods, teaching aids and dive equipment are used by experienced instructors, whose qualifications are recognised in over 100 countries throughout the world. Upon completion of the course you are quealified to the PADI Open Water Diver standard, and will recieve your internationally recognized certification card.

Course Pre-requisites
For safety we recommend that you be able to swim at least 200 metres and tread water for 10 minutes. A Medical Clearance as per Australian Standards(AS 4005.1) is required within 90 days prior to commencing your course. The minimum age for participation is fifteen (15) years although a Junior Open Water certification is available between the agesof tewlve and fifteen.

Course Duration
The PADI open water course conducted be Melbourne Diving School is ordinarily conducted over two nights and three weekends. This means in just weeks you will have completed your course! Full time course are also available over four consecutive days. Private courses are also avalialbe for an addtion fee.

A one-off all inclusive fee: $630
This includes your own text book, your own logbook, colour passport photograph, certfication card, all theory tuition, all pool training and entrance fees, four open water dives, two boat dives from one of our own charter vessels and use of all gear, including wetsuit, and air fills to Australian Standards, for the duration of the course.

The Scuba Equipment
Equipment, as per Australian Standards, consists of Tank, Regulator, Submersible Tank Pressure gauge, Digital Depth gauge with Timer, Buoyancy Control Device (B.C.D.) with whistle, and Alternate Air Source (Octopus regulator).

The Wetsuit
Melbourne Diving School supplies 7mm thick wetsuits, with weight belts, for the course duration. Should you wish to purchase the suit at the end of the course $40 will automatically be deducted from the price of the suit.

Personal Equipment
For personal fit, comfort, and hygiene, it is necessary for you to supply your own Mask, Snorkel, Fins and Boots. Our staff will be only too happy to assist you with professional advice on the appropriate equipment. Don’t forget that as a Melbourne Diving School Student, you will receive a student discount on any purchases.

Special Offer
Combine your Open Water Course & Equipment in one easy package. For more information contact the Heidelberg Centre.

Class Size
The size of each course is restricted to ensure that you receive the maximum individual tuition and supervision. To secure your place on the course, a booking fee of $200.00 is required.

Enrolment
To ensure your place on the P.A.D.I. OPEN WATER DIVER COURSE, simply complete the application form and return it, with your deposit, to Melbourne Diving School Pty. Ltd. Confirmation of your course will be sent to you 10-14 days prior to the commencement of the course.

Dive Course Application Form
To Enrol into an MDS Course fill in the MDS COURSE APPLICATION and bring it with you to the Heidelberg Store