PADI Scuba Diver Course Gaya Island

PADI Scuba Diver Course Gaya IslandThe PADI Scuba Diver Course Gaya Island is a two day pre-entry level certification that is perfect for vacationers or people who only plan to dive a few times a year. As a subprogram for the PADI Open Water Diver Course, the PADI Scuba Diver rating allows you to get certified quickly and easily by minimising time constraints.Throughout the course you’ll learn fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipments and techniques. By completing three confined water dives, three knowledge development sessions and by making two open water dives, you will earn the rating of PADI Scuba Diver.Beginners learn to scuba dive through structured diving lessons. All our academics take place at our PADI 5 STAR CDC Dive Centre on Gaya Island, where our guests and students can enjoy our tropical surroundings chatting about all the wonderful creatures you will have spotted. We are the only operator at this location so our surroundings are non crowded. Our Gaya Island dive centre is also ideal for non diving family and friends.After completing the PADI Scuba Diver Course you can, at anytime continue your diving education. The next step is usually to complete the PADI Open Water Course with any PADI Dive Centre, which will take an additional 2 days.Fit To DiveYou don’t have to be super fit to learn, virtually anyone who is in good health and reasonably comfortable in the water can earn a PADI Scuba Diver certification. However you must complete the Fit To Dive questionnaire. At some point in the course, we’ll ask you to demonstrate the ability to tread water/float for about 10 minutes without swimming aids, but that’s about it as far as watermanship goes.Course ObjectivesTo overcome the general misconception of the underwater environment and the understanding of safety rules of diving using scuba.To apply the basic knowledge of physics, physiology and medical aspects as they are related to student diver performance in the water.To provide student divers with the basic knowledge of the purpose, features, types of equipment used during the course.To educate student divers in basic aquatic knowledge of the diving environment.Method of AssessmentKnowledge mastery is assessed using knowledge reviews and quizzes with a minimum score of 75%. Skills mastery is assessed by student demonstration of skill proficiency and competency in water.Junior PADI Scuba Diver CourseIf you are between 10 and 14 or have a child between these ages, there is a PADI Junior Scuba Diver program available. The junior scuba diver course involves exactly the same training, however the child is certified to dive with a certified adult to a maximum depth of 12 meters until the age of 15 years when the certification can be upgraded at no extra cost.Your Safety is Our PriorityAt all times you are in safe hands. We pride ourselves on small group instruction ensuring our clients get the very best of attention from the instructor. Safety is paramount, we adhere to PADI standards and procedures and HSE Guidelines. Our boats are equipped with marine radio, GPS & First Aid kits and our qualified snorkel guides always bring a life ring with them. All our guides are trained in Emergency First Response.Flying & Climbing After Diving According to our current PADI Flying After Diving guidelines – it is highly advised you should not go to altitude (this includes flying and climbing) within 18 hours when doing multiple dives. This means that the day after your diving program you can take a flight after 0930 hrs in the morning. Or you can choose to not take part in the afternoon dive and therefore take a flight after 0600 hrs in the morning the following day. Please note that since all our courses / programs last a full day there will be no refund offered for missed dives since you have the option to stay on the island or enjoy snorkelling and trekking activities. ItineraryCourse Pre-RequisitePackage IncludesPackage ExcludesThings To BringItineraryCourse DurationThe PADI Scuba Diver Course Gaya Island is a 2 day course, based on participants individual performance and ability to meet the course objectives.  You can choose to complete the academics online through our eLearning portal.Self Study: Read the corresponding chapters of the open water manual (chapter 1,2 & 3) and complete all related knowledge review. If you have time to collect the self study materials before the course – great! If not the self study can be completed during the 2 day course in your own time.Day 107:45 – Meet Downbelow staff & transfer by boat to Downbelow dive station on Gaya Island 08:30 – Welcome briefing & equipment selection 09:15 – PADI Course 12:30 – Lunch at our dive centre 14:00 – PADI Course 16:00 – Boat transfer to marinaDay 207:45 – Meet Downbelow staff & transfer by boat to Downbelow dive station on Gaya Island 08:30 – PADI Course 12:30 – Lunch at our dive centre 14:00 – PADI Course 16:00 – Boat transfer to marinaSections may change, so please bring all materials to all sessions. Due to the course being performance based, finishing times may vary due to individual achievements.Course Pre-RequisiteMinimum age of 10 years old to enrol (10-14 year olds earn the PADI Junior Scuba Diver certification, and may dive to a maximum depth of 12 metres). Complete watermanship assessment: Tread water/float for 10 minutes without swim aids. Ensure you are “Fit to Dive” by completing the medical statement. Any “Yes” answer will require a doctor to complete the form.Package IncludesBoat transfers, park entry & jetty fees, guide/instruction, required learning materials, required certifications fees, equipment rental, and freshly cooked lunch with refreshments plus free flow of drinking water, coffee and tea.Package ExcludesAlcoholic or carbonated beverages, items not explicitly stated. Hotel transfers.Things To BringChange of clothes, sun lotion, sun cream, towel, personal toiletries, insect repellent, hat, personal medication