Theory & confined water
PADI Open Water Diver – Part A
PADI Open Water Referral
Complete the theory and confined water part of your PADI Open Water Diver course with us, then finish your open water dives here or overseas.
- Duration 5 hours
- Covers Theory & confined water
- Theory PADI online learning
- Minimum age 10 years
- Equipment All included
- Open water dives Book Part B separately
- PADI 5 Star dive centre – over 25 years teaching
- Full-time professional instructors
- All diving equipment included
How it works
PADI online learning
Study the theory online at your own pace.
Confined water
All the confined water sessions you need to learn your core scuba skills.
Finish overseas
Want to do your open water dives on holiday? Just book this part.
Or finish here
Book Part B (open water dives) with us for a date after you've completed Part A.
About the course
If you've always wanted to learn to scuba dive, discover new adventures or simply see the wondrous world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world's most popular scuba course.
There are two steps to becoming a qualified diver: Part A – theory and pool, and Part B – open water completion dives. This booking is for Part A only.
If you'd like to complete your open water dives overseas, just book this part. If you'd like to do both Part A and Part B with us, book Part A first, then book Part B for a date after you've completed Part A.
What's included
- PADI online learning
- All confined water sessions needed
- Full equipment (we do recommend your own mask and snorkel)
Not included
- Food and drinks
Why learn with Aquaholics?
- PADI 5 Star centre, teaching for over 25 years
- Instructors with at least 10 years' teaching experience
- Full-time professional instructors – diving is what we do
- Two Marine Coastguard Agency licensed vessels
- Registered with the HSE
- Modern Scubapro school equipment
Choose your date
Pick a date and pay securely online. Questions before you book? Call 028 7083 2584 or email info@aquaholics.co.uk.
Where you'll train
- Aquaholics Dive Centre – 14 Portmore Road, Portstewart BT55 7BE. We'll confirm where to meet and your timings after you book.
What to bring
- Swimwear
- A towel
- A bottle of water
Good to know
- Minimum age 10.
- You'll need to complete the PADI medical questionnaire. If you answer yes to any question, you'll need a form signed by a doctor before your in-water sessions.
- Bookings are non-refundable.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Part A and Part B?
Part A is the theory and confined water training. Part B is your open water completion dives.
Can I finish my course on holiday?
Yes – complete Part A with us and do your open water dives overseas.
How do I do the whole course with you?
Book Part A first, then book Part B for a date after you've completed Part A.
Is equipment included?
Yes, full equipment is included – we do recommend having your own mask and snorkel.
Do I need a medical?
You'll need to complete the PADI medical questionnaire. If you answer yes to any question, you'll need a form signed by a doctor before your in-water sessions.
