When utilizing the personal scuba format, you customize the program to your schedule. All you need to do is attend 4 – 5 hours of pool diving, Ocean Quest custom theory review sessions and then complete 4 training dives over 2 days.

Our personalized programs can accommodate individual training, small groups of 2 or 3 students and custom schedules for groups of 4 or more. Pricing is based on group size.

Schedules are subject to pool availability.

Ocean Quest is proud of our unique PADI Open Water – Learn to Dive program!

We have customized our very own learn to dive program that works in conjunction with the PADI Open Water program to offer our students the absolute best training available!

Not all PADI Courses are the same – at Ocean Quest you will receive the following training advantages:

• Learn in a Drysuit – Ocean Quest is the only dive centre in Greater Vancouver that exclusively trains their students in drysuits. This will keep you warm and dry during your ocean dives. We have quality Aqualung Fusion Drysuits in our rentals which will offer a perfect fit. Our drysuits also have changeable neck and wrist seals so we can customize the fit just for you.
• Drysuit Undergarments are Included – Ocean Quest is the only dive centre in Greater Vancouver to provide students with proper thermal undergarments to wear under your drysuit. This will ensure you stay warm and comfortable.
• Customized Information and Training – Over the years, we have found that the better your training, the more you will enjoy diving.  To accomplish this, Ocean Quest has put together a unique learn to dive program that will go above and beyond the basic PADI Open Water Diver course.  In our program, you will learn:
  • How to have better control of your buoyancy
  • How to be properly positioned in the water (trim)
  • How to move more effectively through the water using a variety of propulsion techniques
  • How to dive more efficiently with your buddy
  • And much more….

Often Imitated – Never Duplicated!

Ocean Quest’s PADI Open Water Course (Learn to Dive) program includes:

• Use of scuba equipment including drysuit, undergarments and proper diving fins
• PADI eLearning
• Over 5 hours of pool training
• 4 x Ocean Dives (5 Ocean Dives with Drysuit Specialty certification upgrade!)
• Special student discount on most equipment purchases
• Free one day rental coupon upon completion of your certification (Ocean Quest rentals include all equipment but mask, snorkel, fins, lights and dive computers – rentals available) – Valued at $155!

Upgrade to earn your Drysuit Specialty certification for $129.99! Includes one additional dive during your course. The extra dive allows you to gain additional experience and explore our local diving. Regular price for the Drysuit Specialty is $399.99.

Minimum Age – 12 Years Old – 10 & 11 Year Old Children may be eligible for PADI Open Water training. See Ocean Quest Staff for details.

Contact Ocean Quest Staff to assist you in organizing your private training.

Once you register for your PADI Open Water Course, we will send you your eLearning link so you can get started on your PADI Open Water program right away!

You can register for your course through our website or drop by the shop or call with credit card to register @ 604.436.1157.

Mask and Snorkel Requirement

Due to the importance of fit, comfort and hygiene, the PADI Open Water Course does not include a Mask and Snorkel. Students are expected to provide their own personal mask and snorkel for the program. Ocean Quest students receive a 15% discount off all diving masks and snorkels.

Click here to learn more about the benefits of owning your own Mask and Snorkel

MEDICAL STATEMENT

All students must complete a Medical Statement prior to any in water activities. Please consult Ocean Quest if you answer “yes” to any of the medical questions.

Click to Download Medical Statement

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BASIC SWIMMING ABILITY AND COMFORT IN WATER REQUIRED

Students are required to complete a 200 m Free Swim or 300 m Swim with Mask, Snorkel Fins plus a 10 minute float for the course. Please contact Ocean Quest if you feel you may have difficulty completing this requirement.

Note: Individuals who do not meet the swimming requirement are not eligible for any refund. See our Course Transfer and Cancellation Policy for more details.

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Ocean Quest Course Transfer / Cancellation Policy

Ocean Quest strives to offer the best training available at all levels. To accomplish this, there is often a lot of pre-planning and logistics that occur prior to your course start date. This includes scheduling instructors based on group numbers, booking pool time, organizing equipment, etc.

Please click here to see Ocean Quest Dive Centre’s Transfer / Cancelation Policy