Open Water Course + Advanced Course

Your underwater journey starts here

Level 1 - PADI Open Water Course

From 3,500.00 AED

About the Course

This combined Open Water + Advanced Open Water course is designed for those who want more than just a beginner certification. Instead of stopping after your first license, this program allows you to build skills, confidence, and depth progressively, under continuous instructor guidance. You’ll begin with the PADI Open Water Diver Course, learning core scuba theory, equipment use, buoyancy control, and safe diving practices. Once certified, you’ll immediately continue into the Advanced Open Water Course, where experience replaces theory and every dive builds real-world competence. By the end, you won’t just be certified — you’ll be a calm, capable diver ready for deeper dives, better navigation, and more varied underwater environments.

Course Duration

4 days

Max Depth

18m/60ft

Min Age

12+

Schedule

9AM, 12PM, 3PM (daily)

Your First PADI Certification in 3 Easy Steps

No matter where you are on your dive journey, Nemo has an experience for you

Your First PADI Certification in 3 Easy Steps

No matter where you are on your dive journey, Nemo has an experience for you

Get PADI Certified in Just 3-4 Days

From e-learning to open water. A streamlined journey engineered for results with Nemo's master instructors

Bonus: Free Fun Dive

Your reward is your choice! Head to Fujairah for a complimentary post-certification boat dive among coral reefs and sea turtles, or take AED 200 cashback instantly.

How to Earn your Scuba Diving Certification

Learn about scuba diving principles and terminology (either in-person or online), then learn basic scuba skills in a pool (or pool-like environment) with a highly trained Nemo Instructor. When you’re ready, make four dives in an open water environment (the ocean, a lake) with your instructor supporting you every step of the way.

What you need to know

  • PADI Open Water certification
  • PADI Advanced Open Water certification
  • Instructor-led confined and open-water dives
  • Use of standard scuba equipment
  • Certification processing
  • PADI e-Learning (optional add-on)
  • Specialty dives beyond course scope
  • Personal expenses
  • Confident scuba equipment setup and use
  • Buoyancy control and underwater stability
  • Safe ascent, descent, and dive planning
  • Underwater navigation using a compass and natural references
  • Dive computer usage and electronic dive planning (eRDP)
  • Deeper diving awareness and problem management
  • Respectful interaction with marine life

Prerequisites

  • Able to swim
  • Medically fit for diving

Time Commitment

  • Flexible scheduling over 4–7 days
  • Sessions do not need to be consecutive
  • All dives must be completed within 6 months
  • Comfortable swimwear
  • Towel
  • Extra set of clothes
  1. Day 1 – Training & Skills
    Scuba theory review, equipment setup, and confined-water skill practice focused on breathing, buoyancy, and safety.
  2. Day 2 – Open Water Certification
    Two open-water dives applying core skills in real conditions.
    → Open Water Diver certification completed
  3. Day 3 – Advanced Adventure Dives
    Deep dive and underwater navigation with instructor guidance.
  4. Day 4 – Advanced Experience Dives
    Two additional adventure dives to refine buoyancy, awareness, and confidence.
    → Advanced Open Water certification completed
  • Daily sessions: at 9 AM, 12 PM and 3 PM, each lasting 2–3 hours.
  • Diving sessions can be rescheduled if needed
  • Certification is internationally recognized
  • Progression depends on comfort and skill mastery
  • Instructor discretion ensures safety at all times

Don't Settle for Just "Good Enough"

Get Certified in the luxury of Palm Jumeirah, then Dive in the UAE's most pristine waters: Fujairah.

Service Details Other Centers Nemo Diving Center
Facility Location ✕ Public Beach / Vans ✓ The Palm Jumeirah (5-Star)
Ocean Upgrade ✕ Not Available / Extra ✓ Fujairah Boat Trip Option
Student Ratio ✕ Crowded (6-8 divers) ✓ VIP Attention (Max 4)
Amenities ✕ Public Restrooms ✓ Azure, Palm Jumeirah
Parking Access ✕ Paid / Off-site Walk ✓ Free On-Site Parking
Equipment Standard ✕ Standard Rental Gear ✓ Premium Sanitized Gear

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Frequently Asked Questions?

Your underwater journey starts here

Yes. This program starts from zero experience and progresses gradually.
Yes. Advanced Open Water begins immediately after Open Water certification.
No. You can space sessions within a 6-month window.
Yes. PADI certifications are globally recognized.
No. All essential scuba equipment is provided.
Yes. All required scuba equipment is included during training. Personal gear (mask, computer, snorkel) is optional but recommended.

3,500.00 AED

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The cost of scuba diving in Dubai varies depending on the dive center you choose and the type of dive you opt for. On average, a single dive can cost anywhere from AED 250 to AED 550, with the average price for a single dive being around AED 350. This price usually includes all the necessary equipment, such as the dive tank, regulator, and wetsuit, as well as the services of a professional dive guide. At Nemo Diving Center, We offer a wide range of diving packages to suit every budget and experience level.

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