Telephone:
01935 353525

Telephone: 01935 353525

PADI OPEN WATER DIVER: PART 1

Start here.
Finish anywhere.

  • Private pool training

  • PADI eLearning

  • Finish Part 2 worldwide

PADI OPEN WATER DIVER: PART 1

Start here.
Finish anywhere.

  • Private pool training

  • PADI eLearning

  • Finish Part 2 worldwide

Complete your PADI eLearning and private pool dives with Dive Academy, then choose where Part 2 takes you.

Learn in our heated indoor pool with personal coaching, premium equipment, and time to build real confidence. When you are ready, complete your four open water dives with Dive Academy or at a PADI Dive Centre anywhere in the world.

£599 per person

£499 per person when two friends or family members train together

"The instructors were amazing"

"I did my PADI Open Water with Dive Academy. The pool facility as well as the shop are great but the diving and instructors were amazing!
- BRANDON

Complete your PADI eLearning and private pool dives with Dive Academy, then choose where Part 2 takes you.

Learn in our heated indoor pool with personal coaching, premium equipment, and time to build real confidence. When you are ready, complete your four open water dives with Dive Academy or at a PADI Dive Centre anywhere in the world.

£599 per person

£499 per person when two friends or family members train together

"The instructors were amazing"

"I did my PADI Open Water with Dive Academy. The pool facility as well as the shop are great but the diving and instructors were amazing!
- BRANDON

Complete your PADI eLearning and private pool dives with Dive Academy, then choose where Part 2 takes you.

Learn in our heated indoor pool with personal coaching, premium equipment, and time to build real confidence. When you are ready, complete your four open water dives with Dive Academy or at a PADI Dive Centre anywhere in the world.

£599 per person

£499 per person when two friends or family members train together

"The instructors were amazing"

"I did my PADI Open Water with Dive Academy. The pool facility as well as the shop are great but the diving and instructors were amazing!
- BRANDON

Complete your PADI eLearning and private pool dives with Dive Academy, then choose where Part 2 takes you.

Learn in our heated indoor pool with personal coaching, premium equipment, and time to build real confidence. When you are ready, complete your four open water dives with Dive Academy or at a PADI Dive Centre anywhere in the world.

£599 per person

£499 per person when two friends or family members train together

"The instructors were amazing"

"I did my PADI Open Water with Dive Academy. The pool facility as well as the shop are great but the diving and instructors were amazing!
- BRANDON

Your route to qualification

Learn locally.
Dive anywhere.

PADI Open Water Diver is completed in two parts. Part 1 gives you the knowledge and pool skills to begin your training properly at home. Part 2 gives you the freedom to finish where your next adventure takes you.

Part 1: Theory and pool dives

Begin with PADI eLearning, which you can complete at home with our support whenever you need it.

Then join us for five private pool dives in our heated indoor pool. With one or two students per instructor, you will have focused coaching, time to practise, and space to build confidence at your own pace.

Part 2: Open water dives

When you are ready, complete your four open water dives with Dive Academy or at a PADI Dive Centre anywhere in the world.

It is a flexible way to train close to home, then finish your qualification wherever you choose.

Your route to qualification

Learn locally.
Dive Anywhere.

PADI Open Water Diver is completed in two parts. Part 1 gives you the knowledge and pool skills to begin your training properly at home. Part 2 gives you the freedom to finish where your next adventure takes you.

Part 1: Theory and pool dives

Begin with PADI eLearning, which you can complete at home with our support whenever you need it.

Then join us for five private pool dives in our heated indoor pool. With one or two students per instructor, you will have focused coaching, time to practise, and space to build confidence at your own pace.

Part 2: Open water dives

When you are ready, complete your four open water dives with Dive Academy or at a PADI Dive Centre anywhere in the world.

It is a flexible way to train close to home, then finish your qualification wherever you choose.

What is included?

Everything you need
for Part 1

Learn at your pace

PADI Open Water Diver eLearning

Support

Support from your instructor
while you study

Private pool dives

Five dives in our heated indoor pool

Premium kit

Premium scuba equipment
for every pool session

Personal coaching

Personal coaching at your pace

Ready for Part 2

Everything you need to
continue to Part 2

Part 2 open water dives are arranged separately with Dive Academy or your chosen PADI Dive Centre.


Any training, equipment, travel, or local fees for Part 2 are paid directly to the centre you choose.

Part 2 open water dives are arranged separately with Dive Academy
or your chosen PADI Dive Centre.


Any training, equipment, travel, or local fees for Part 2
are paid directly to the centre you choose.

Train together

Bring someone you know.

Learn side by side.

Diving is even better when it is shared. Book Part 1 together with a friend or family member and you will both pay £499 rather than £599.

You will still receive private, personal coaching, with no crowded class and no pressure to keep up.

The Dive Academy difference

Properly personal.

Properly professional.

The best diving experiences feel effortless. Behind that feeling is careful planning, excellent equipment, and a team with the time and support to focus entirely on you.

"I built Dive Academy for people who want to learn well, feel looked after,
and begin their underwater journey with confidence."

Darren Hector, founder and Course Director

Safety first, always

Every session is planned, risk-assessed, and paced around you. Safety is built into every detail, so you can relax, explore, and enjoy it.

Private by design

Your pool training is private, with one or two students per instructor. No crowds and no keeping up, just space, attention, and encouragement.

Personal teaching, valued

We invest in great instruction: qualified PADI professionals, paid for their expertise and supported to prepare properly and teach with care.

Equipment ready to trust

We choose high-quality kit from trusted brands, keep it fresh, and service it to manufacturers’ recommendations through our in-house technicians.

A business done properly

We are an established, VAT-registered business with a professional facility, transparent pricing, and a team behind every experience.

No rush. No shortcuts.

Diving deserves time. We do not race you through a checklist; we teach at the right pace, giving confidence room to grow.

READY TO EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE?

It's all about you, not us.

It's all about you,
not us.

Every detail of Dive Academy is built around one simple idea: you should feel safe, welcome, confident and never hurried.

From your first enquiry to your first breath underwater, and every dive beyond it, we are with you at every step. The focus is always on you.

Private by design

Your pool session is for you, your family, or your friends. No crowds and no keeping up—just space, attention, and encouragement.

Safety first, always

Every session is planned, risk-assessed, and paced around you. Safety is built into every detail, so you can relax, explore, and enjoy it.

Personal teaching, valued

We invest in great instruction: qualified PADI professionals, paid for their expertise and supported to prepare properly and teach with care.

Equipment ready to trust

We choose high-quality kit from trusted brands, keep it fresh, and service it to manufacturers’ recommendations through our in-house technicians.

A business done properly

We are an established, VAT-registered business with a professional facility, transparent pricing, and a team behind every experience.

No rush. No shortcuts.

Diving deserves time. We do not race you through a checklist; we teach at the right pace, giving confidence room to grow.

READY TO EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE?

It's all about you, not us.

Every detail of Dive Academy is built around one simple idea: you should feel safe, welcome, confident and never hurried.

From your first enquiry to your first breath underwater, and every dive beyond it, we are with you at every step. The focus is always on you.

Ready to begin?

Your diving future starts here

Part 1 gives you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to take the next step. Learn privately, progress at your pace, and finish Part 2 where the world takes you.

Book Your PADI Open Water Diver: Part 1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need any previous diving experience?

No. Part 1 is designed for complete beginners.

Discover Scuba is a brilliant first taste if you would like to try breathing underwater before committing to the full course, but it is not a requirement. If you are ready to begin your qualification, you can start here.

What is included in Part 1?

Part 1 includes your PADI Open Water Diver eLearning, support from your instructor while you study, five private pool dives in our heated indoor pool, and premium scuba equipment for every pool session.

Once you have completed Part 1, you will have everything you need to continue to Part 2.

Do I need to be able to swim?

To complete the full PADI Open Water Diver course, you will need to swim 200 metres and float or tread water for 10 minutes.

You do not need to be a fast swimmer, but you do need to be comfortable and confident in the water. If you are still building that confidence, please speak to us before booking.

Can I complete Part 2 with Dive Academy or abroad?

Yes. When you are ready, you can complete your four Part 2 open water dives with Dive Academy or at a PADI Dive Centre anywhere in the world.

Part 1 gives you the knowledge and pool skills to continue your training wherever your next adventure takes you.

How long do I have to complete Part 2?

You have up to 12 months from your final Part 1 training session to complete Part 2.

We recommend completing it sooner where possible, while your knowledge and pool skills are still fresh.

Is Part 1 suitable for children?

Students can begin Part 1 from age 10.

For students aged 10 or 11, Part 1 is an excellent way to complete the theory and build skills privately in our heated pool. We generally recommend students aged 10 or 11 complete Part 2 in warmer, clearer water abroad.

How much does Part 1 cost?

Part 1 is £599 per person.

When two friends or family members train together, it is £499 per person. You will still receive personal coaching, with no crowded class and no pressure to keep up.

Is Part 2 included in the price?

Part 2 is arranged separately, either with Dive Academy or with your chosen PADI Dive Centre.

Any Part 2 training, equipment, travel or local fees are paid directly to the centre you choose.

What if I have a medical condition or take prescription medication?

Most people can learn to dive safely. Every student completes a medical questionnaire and, if needed, we will guide you through the next steps.

Please complete our medical questionnaire before booking if you have a medical condition or take prescription medication.

Is Part 1 the same as a PADI referral?

Yes. PADI calls this route a referral, but we call it Part 1 because it is clearer.

You complete your eLearning and private pool dives with Dive Academy, then bring your completed training record to Dive Academy or take it to any PADI Dive Centre to finish Part 2.

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