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Open Water Classes - WAS $425.00 - Since 1985. Where the family learns to dive. Number #1 best safety record in the United States, for the last 30 years! Our instructors are called mother goose! They watch their students very carefully.NO ONE WILL BEAT OUR PRICES!

Special offer $269.00 plus student kit, onine course/ on. Exp2-15-12 Includes: Tuition, rental tank, regulator, bcd jacket, wetsuit, weightbelt, hood, four ocean dives only 49.00, except snorkeling gear.You are required to purchase your own snorkeling gear from us, or rent everything for a total of $389.00. You can take the course at a later date, but save $$$ today. GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. CALL DIRECT FOR MORE INFO. 650-579-1954 If you desire top notch safe scuba instruction we are the people. We have the best prices on all equipment. If you bring us 5 people besides yourself, we will certify you for free! Please makesure that you have your dates set when you call us so we can serve you better, and assure that you get the dates you desire to begin your course. Call for more info. 650-579-1954 . Discover Scuba Courses only 79.00 minimum groups of eight people. Call for more info.

Best safety record in the United States!

Olympic size pool 84 degrees, hot showers! Indoor during the winter months. Patient friendly instructors.

Includes: Tuition and rental fee for BCD, regulator, tank, wetsuit, and weight belt during the pool dives and four ocean dives.

For $500 only $375.00 we will include free rental of all the personal snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel, fins and boots) that you would otherwise be forced to buy.

Perform your pool dives in an Olympic-sized heated swimming pool (84 degrees) with a huge deep end, hot showers, locker rooms, and a dome covering during winter time. We do encourage you to own your personal gear that fits only you. Check out our extensive gear selection and receive a special student discount. Private instruction available upon request.

We have the #1 best safety record in the United States. We have over 30 years experience and certified over 17,000 divers. We are the people who get the job done, specializing in Open Water, Advanced, Rescue, and Nitrox Certification. Last second travel and need a quick course? Call us today and ask about our Open Water Referral Program.

We also specialize in tropical dive travel to Hawaii, Belize, Australia, Fiji, and the Phillipines. Call for details.

Prices subject to change without notice.

Please download and fillout the attached medical form. If you marked "yes" to any of the questions, you will need to have approval from your physician in order to proceed with the training. Download the Medical Form here.


Padi Open Water Scuba Classes - San Francisco Bay  AreaNow is the time to dive into the NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water Diver course, the most popular dive program in the world! This is your ticket to a lifetime of intense adventure with NASE Worldwide & Padi, the dive company that sets the standards in the global diving community.

Why NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water?
As a certified NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water Diver, the most widely recognized and respected rating in the world, you have the freedom to dive with a buddy independent of a professional. If you already tried a NASE Worldwide & Padi Discover Scuba Diving experience or are NASE Worldwide & Padi Scuba Diver certified, check with your instructor to see how credit from these courses may apply to the open water program.

What do I need to start?
Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can earn a NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water Diver certification. If you are between 10 and 14 or have a child between these ages, there is a NASE Worldwide & Padi Junior Open Water Diver program available. You are required to swim 200 yards, and tread water for 10 mins to become certified. There are no exceptions.

  • A NASE Worldwide & Padi Jr Open Water Diver between the ages of 10 and 12 years may only dive with a NASE Worldwide & Padi Professional, a certified parent or certified guardian to a maximum depth of 12 metres/40 feet.

  • What will I do?
    Throughout the course, you’ll learn fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You earn this rating by completing five pool dives and knowledge development sessions and by making four open water (ocean or lake) dives. How long will it take? NASE Worldwide & Padi programs are performance based. You proceed as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to work at a pace that is comfortable for you.

    What will I need to purchase?
    * NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water Crew-Pak
    * NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water Video or DVD
    * Your own personal Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Gloves and Boots. ( May be purchased at Bay Area Scuba at the Student Discount Rate when you sign-up for our NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water Diver Scuba Class.

    Upcoming scuba class dates for the NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water Diver lessons. Call to reserve your spot today.

    Daytime/Evening Private instruction offered everyday.
    We also offer Thurs, Fri night courses. This way you get the whole weekend free.

    Week night courses available upon request. Private Instruction available 7 days a week. Just ask!

    Private Instrucion Available anytime upon request. Call for more info.

    Oct 7,8 Fri, Sat Weekend Class

    Oct, 14,15 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Oct 21,22 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Oct 28,29 Fri, Sat Weekend Class

    Nov 4,5 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Nov 11,12 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Nov 18,19 Fri, Sat Weekend Class

    December 2,3 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    December 9,10 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    December 16,17 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Jan 6,7 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Jan 13,14 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Jan20,21 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Jan 27, 28 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Feb 3,4 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Feb 10,11 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Feb 17,18 Fri,Sat Weekend Class

    Feb 24, 25 Fri, Sat Weekend Class

     

     

    Refund policy: There are no refunds, only to be given due to medical reasons confirmed by a certified physician in writing. Other than that there are no refunds whatsoever, store credit, or re scheduling only.


     

    What is our NASE Worldwide & Padi Open Water Class Availability?
    * We offer Private and Semi-Private instruction.


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