Open Water Diver
The adventure begins!
There are a couple basic steps to get certified and enjoy the thrill of breathing underwater! Each of these steps are detailed below.
Class & Pool
Open Water Referral $450
Complete Open Water Course $800
The Open Water Course is the first level of SCUBA certifications and it consists of 2 parts: Part 1 consist of pre-class homework then class & pool sessions where you will learn the theory behind Scuba diving in the classroom, and develop the necessary underwater skills right here in our 15 feet deep pool!
After you have successfully completed Part 1, you can move on to Part 2, which include the four required open water dives. These can be completed in different locations and is what makes your overall pricing vary.
You can also choose to do just Part 1 with us, and finish Part 2 in any dive center in the world (what we call a referral) while on vacation! You will want to find and contact an SSI Dive Center to scheduled your open water training dives.
Find more details on each of these parts and pricing below.
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Part 1 - Class & Pool
This is where all the fun begins! We offer five or more regularly scheduled classes every month. Find the different options for completing your class & pool training below, all class & pool training is conducted on site at UWC.
WEEKDAY COURSE
Meets for 5 sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays
from 6:00 pm to 10 pm.
SATURDAY / SATURDAY COURSE
Meets on two consecutive Saturdays from 8:00 am
to 6:00 pm on both days.
WEEKEND COURSE
Meets on Saturday and Sunday (same weekend) from
8:00 am to 6:00 pm on both days.
EXECUTIVE COURSE
This is a condensed one day course that meets from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. It is very fast paced, so it is only recommended for students that feel confident and comfortable in the water. This class is limited to 6 students and minimum age is 16.
PRIVATE COURSE
The most flexible option, designed to fit your schedule. This is also required for kids 10 and 11 years old to complete Class & Pool training in the best environment possible, with one-on-one attention. Contact us for scheduling.
Part 2 - Open Water Dives
There are four required open water certification dives to complete your Open Water course, and they can be completed in as little as two days! Where? There are several options to choose from, all listed below. Once Part 2 is completed you will be a certified SCUBA diver and your certification will be valid for life!
BLUE HOLE (SANTA ROSA, NM)
About 5 hours away from Colorado Springs, the Blue Hole is a spring fed diving hole in New Mexico, with consistent water temperature year round (62 degrees), and visibility ranging from 20 to 80 feet. This option allows you to add-on the Deep, Night, or Underwater Navigation Specialty to the same weekend and get the most out of your certification weekend!
CARIBBEAN (UWC TRAVEL)
Get certified in amazing reefs that average a water temperature of 80 degrees and have 100+ feet of visibility! UWC offers several options for guided Caribbean trips that are just perfect for new divers! The most popular destinations for training are Cozumel and Bonaire, but there are many more to choose from.
REFERRAL
Take Part 1 (Class & Pool sessions) here in Colorado Springs, then do your Open Water certification dives on vacation at a SSI Dive Center of your choice!
Pricing
* Add $50 for Executive (one day) Class & Pool.
** Add $150 for Private Class & Pool.
*** Fees charged by the Dive Center for certification dives at your referral destination are not included in UWC’s Referral price (Option 1).
Included:
Class & Pool training.
Student digital materials ($200 value).
Open water dives (depending on chosen option).
Rental equipment for open water dives if completed with us
7mm wetsuit, BCD, Regulator, tanks & weights
Referral paperwork (if applicable).
Digital Certification cards that are internationally recognized
Not included:
Required for Open Water Students - Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Boots, Reel/Signal Tube.
Benefits of buying the above items from UWC - Get a $100 Rebate on your equipment purchase and a FREE DiVentures rash guard and slap wrapper, and a 100% FIT GUAREANTEE (have to opportunity to use it during your pool session/s and if you don’t like it, we’ll happily do an exchange).
Hotel/lodging at open water site (when applicable; except for Option 3 which includes a 5 day Cozumel trip)
Meals & Snacks
Transportation to open water location / trip costs.
Park/permit fees at open water sites
Important note:
One of the documents required for this course is the Medical Statement. Depending on your answers to the questionnaire a physician’s or other legally certified medical provider’s signature on the Medical Statement might be required prior to you getting in the water. It is important to read the form ahead of time so you have plenty of time to set an appointment if necessary. Click HERE to download the form.
You can learn how to tell if a physician’s or other legally certified medical provider’s signature is required by reading the form’s instructions or our FAQ. Don’t worry if you still are unsure whether a signature is required on your form or not, once you sign the course’s DocuSign Packet, we will contact you about it, if needed. Please remember that the Medical Statement’s 3rd page must be signed by a DO, MD, NP, or PA-C. A Doctor’s Note is NOT acceptable.
DO YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS? CONTACT US!