ADVANCE OPEN WATER DIVER

The Advanced Open Water Diver (AOWD) certification is an advanced level scuba diving certification that allows divers to expand their knowledge, skills, and experience beyond the basic Open Water Diver certification. Offered by various scuba diving training agencies such as ISC (International Scuba Certification), PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors), SSI (Scuba Schools International), and others, the AOWD course is designed to enhance divers' confidence and competence in a variety of diving environments and conditions.

Key features of the Advanced Open Water Diver certification include:

Advanced Training:

The AOWD course builds upon the foundational skills learned in the Open Water Diver course and introduces divers to more advanced diving techniques and scenarios. Participants gain experience in areas such as deep diving, underwater navigation, night diving, buoyancy control, and underwater photography/videography, depending on the specific course offerings.

Specialty Dives: AOWD courses typically include a series of specialty dives, each focusing on a specific aspect of diving. Common specialty dives may include:

• • Deep Diving: Participants learn how to plan and execute dives to depths beyond the limits of basic Open Water certification (usually between 18-30 meters or 60-100 feet).

  • Underwater Navigation: Divers develop skills in underwater navigation using a compass, natural navigation cues, and dive site mapping techniques.

  • Night Diving: Participants learn how to safely navigate and explore underwater environments at night, using specialized dive lights and techniques for communication and orientation.

  • Peak Performance Buoyancy: Divers refine their buoyancy control skills to achieve optimal trim and balance underwater, reducing air consumption and minimizing impact on the environment.

  • Wreck Diving, Drift Diving, Underwater Photography/Videography, and other specialty dives may also be included depending on course availability and dive site suitability.

Experience:

AOWD courses provide divers with valuable hands-on experience in a variety of diving situations and conditions. Participants have the opportunity to explore new dive sites, encounter different marine environments, and develop confidence in their abilities as divers.

Flexibility:

The AOWD certification is highly flexible and customizable, allowing divers to tailor their training to suit their interests, goals, and diving preferences. Divers can choose from a range of specialty dives and elective options, making the AOWD course adaptable to diverse diving interests and skill levels.

Certification:

Upon successful completion of the AOWD course, divers receive certification as Advanced Open Water Divers, which qualifies them to engage in a broader range of diving activities and environments compared to basic Open Water certification. Advanced Open Water Divers may also be eligible to pursue further training and specialty certifications in specific areas of interest.

Overall, the Advanced Open Water Diver certification represents a significant milestone in a diver's training journey, providing them with the knowledge, skills, and experience to explore the underwater world with confidence, competence, and enthusiasm. Whether diving deeper, navigating more accurately, or exploring new specialty areas, AOWD divers are equipped to embark on exciting diving adventures and expand their horizons beneath the waves.