Open Water Scuba Certification

Become a Certified Diver in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico!

• Certified to plan and execute dives with a certified buddy or dive professional to a maximum depth of 60 ft (18 m).
  
• Takes around 4 to 7 days to complete.
  
• Need to complete 5 confined water (pool) skill practice sessions.
  
• Need to complete 4 open water (ocean/lake) dives.
  

• Certified to ONLY dive with direct supervision of a PADI Professional to a maximum depth of 40 ft (12 m).
  
• Takes around 2 to 3 days to complete.
  
• Need to complete 3 confined water (pool) skill practice sessions.
  
• Need to complete 2 open water (ocean/lake) dives.
  

Our open water dives are made from Playa Crashboat, one of the most beautiful beaches in Puerto Rico. We practice shore diving at Crashboat Watersports meaning you wade in from the beach and there’s no need for a boat. The beach was once a military port and a network of piers were constructed on the shore. Over the years and with the help of a few storms and hurricanes, the piers have crumbled and collapsed creating a wreck site. This area evolved into the perfect habitat for sea life, coral formed on the pier columns and continues to attract a diverse range of tropical fish, seahorses, trumpet fish, turtles, and much more. Your instructor will ensure you feel confident at every stage and can easily manage diving skills to ensure a safe dive.

Duration of Adventure

• Open Water Diver requires a minimum of 3 days.
  
• Scuba Diver requires a minimum of 2 days.  
  

Location / Where to Meet

1. Check in/ Departure Address: 2010 Ave Dr Pedro Albizu Campos, Aguadilla Pueblo, Aguadilla 00603, Puerto Rico
   

• We ask guests to arrive 5-10 minutes before the time on your reservation. If you know you will be arriving late, please let us know as soon as possible. Arrivals more than 20 minutes late may need to be rescheduled.
  

Ages & Requirements

• Minimum age of 10 years old to participate
  

1. You will be required to complete a PADI Medical Questionnaire at Check-in. Presence of Health conditions listed on the Medical Statement will prevent participation without a doctor's consent. Call the dive center if you have any concerns.
   

• As part of the training, you will learn that you need to allow 18 hours to pass before flying after diving!
  
• It is important to drink plenty of water before arrival to ensure you are hydrated.
  
• Apply ocean-friendly/reef-safe sunscreen before arrival so it soaks into your skin and not the precious reef. Ocean-friendly sunscreen is available for purchase in the shop.
  

What’s Included

Open Water Students

• Certified Scuba Instructor
  
• Includes 5 confined water dives and 4 open water dives.
  
• Open Water Certification
  
• Tanks & Weights
  
• Drinking Water
  

Scuba Diver Students

• Certified Scuba Instructor
  
• Includes 3 confined water sessions and 2 open water dives.
  
• Scuba Diver Certification
  
• Tanks & Weights
  
• Drinking Water
  

Not Included

• Gratuity - Never expected but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting 10 to 25% to your instructors and captains!
  
• Rental Scuba Equipment (BCDs, regulators, mask, fins, etc.)
  
• Wetsuits are available to rent.
  
• All extra dive equipment can be rented for an extra fee (Gloves, Knife, Light, etc.)
  
• Transportation from dive center to entry point at the beach.
  
• Cameras are available to rent to capture your dive! You can also either purchase the SD card of the camera or bring your own to use in our camera!
  
• PADI Divers Training Logbook is required and an extra fee per student.
  
• PADI eLearning materials must be finished ahead of your dive.
  

What to Bring / Wear

• Swimsuit
  
• Towel
  
• Reef-Safe Sunscreen
  
• Extra layers of clothing - sweatshirts and warm hats
  
• Dry bag
  
• Snacks & Water
  
• Sunglasses & Hats
  
• Completed eLearning Work
  
• Required paperwork - Signed medical form if required, waivers, etc.
  
• Waterproof & Pressure Proof Camera (e.g. GoPros NEED the special DIVE case) - The company is not responsible for any damaged or lost items.
  
• Please remove any jewelry, watches, or anything that can get caught by the equipment or damaged by the water and pressure.
  

Wildlife Guidelines

Please be respectful of the fact that coral is a living organism and any standing, touching, or knocking over will irreparably damage the organism that takes a very long time to grow and is essential to our marine reefs. Please also be respectful of any marine animals including but not limited to turtles, rays, sharks, seals, and dolphins. Please never chase, harass, feed, or TOUCH any of the marine species. Enjoy their company if they approach from a distance and calmly move away from them if in their path.