LEARN TO DIVE
PADI Open Water Course in Siquijor
Complete your PADI Open Water Course in Siquijor in three relaxed days and earn an internationally recognised certification with experienced instructors.
PADI Open Water Diver
3-day course
No experience required
Small groups
why get certified
Your Passport to the Underwater World
In just three days, you’ll go from complete beginner to certified diver, ready to explore the underwater world with confidence.
Dive Around the World
Your PADI Open Water certification is recognised worldwide, allowing you to dive with a buddy almost anywhere you travel.
Explore More
Dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres, giving you access to reefs, walls, and marine life beyond the shallows.
A Certification for Life
Your certification doesn’t expire, and once you’re certified, you can continue exploring the underwater world wherever your travels take you.
your training experience
Build Skills with Confidence
Learning to dive should feel exciting—not overwhelming. We teach in small groups, follow full PADI standards, and help every student gain confidence one step at a time.
Small Groups
We give you more time to practise, and a calmer learning experience than large groups.
Experienced Instructors
Our multilingual instructors love teaching beginners and adapt every lesson to your pace and confidence level.
PADI Standards & Quality Equipment
Professionally maintained equipment, no shortcuts, and every skill taught according to official PADI standards.
Dive Responsibly
Learn good diving habits from day one. We teach buoyancy and reef-friendly practices to help protect Siquijor’s marine life.
HOW THE COURSE WORKS
Learn at Your Own Pace
Every Open Water course follows official PADI standards, but no two students learn exactly the same way. We adapt the schedule to your progress, weather, and sea conditions while ensuring you complete every required skill with confidence.
01
Learn the Basics
Meet your instructor
Learn to use your scuba equipment
Practise essential skills in calm water
Build confidence at your own pace
02
Dive the Reef
Complete your first open water dives
Practise real diving skills
Improve buoyancy and confidence
Discover Siquijor’s marine life
03
Become Certified
Complete your remaining dives
Demonstrate your skills
Enjoy more time underwater
Earn your lifetime PADI Open Water certification
Designed Around Your Holiday
Complete the theory online with PADI eLearning before you arrive (optional but recommended), then spend more of your holiday doing what you came for—diving.
Most training days start around 8:00 AM and finish in the early or mid-afternoon, leaving time to relax or explore Siquijor.
Exact finishing times vary depending on your progress and sea conditions.
Personalized Learning
No two students learn at exactly the same pace. If you’re ready, we may begin your first open water dive earlier. If you’d like more practice, we’ll simply take extra time before moving on.
No Rush.
No Pressure.
Just Great Diving.
Your Open Water course isn’t a race. We never rush a certification. Our goal is to help you become a safe, confident, and relaxed diver.
WHAT YOU’LL MASTER
The Skills That Make Every Dive Better
Learning to dive isn’t just about breathing underwater. Throughout your Open Water course, you’ll build practical skills that make every dive safer, easier, and more enjoyable.
Equipment
Learn how to assemble, check and care for your scuba equipment.
Buoyancy
Float effortlessly underwater without touching the reef.
Air Management
Stay relaxed, breathe efficiently and monitor your air supply.
Hand Signals
Master the essential hand signals used by divers around the world.
Dive Planning
Understand basic dive planning and how to dive safely with a buddy.
Marine Conservation
Learn environmentally responsible diving practices from your very first dive.
We Teach, You Practise
Every skill is demonstrated first, explained clearly, and repeated until you feel confident. Nobody is expected to get everything right on the first try.
YOUR DIVING JOURNEY STARTS HERE
Where Will Your Certification Take You?
Your PADI Open Water certification is just the beginning. Once certified, you’ll be able to join fun dives, explore incredible dive sites around the world, and continue your diving education whenever you’re ready.
Dive Anywhere
Recognised worldwide.
Explore More Reefs
Explore Siquijor with confidence.
Continue Learning
Advanced • Nitrox • Rescue
Dive for Life
Your adventure starts here.
Your Adventure Is Just Beginning
Many of our students return for Advanced Open Water, Nitrox or simply to enjoy fun diving with us.
Your Open Water certification is your passport to reefs around the world—and we’ll be here whenever you’re ready for the next adventure.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
What’s Included
Everything required to complete your Open Water certification is included—from digital learning materials and scuba equipment to professional instruction and your PADI certification. Just bring your swimsuit and sense of adventure.
Included
Full PADI Open Water Diver course
Digital learning materials (PADI eLearning)
Professional instructor
Full scuba equipment
Confined water sessions
Four open water dives
Environmental fees
PADI certification
Before You Book
Minimum age: 10 years
Basic swimming ability required
Small groups (max 4 students)
Flexible training schedule
Towel provided
Transport to the dive centre is not included.
Complimentary drinking water, coffee and light snacks are provided during training days.
Everything Required Is Included
We keep our pricing transparent, with everything required for your course included and no unexpected costs along the way.
CLEAR & SIMPLE PRICING
One Price. No Hidden Costs.
PADI Open Water Diver
₱ 22,000
per person
Full PADI Open Water Diver course
PADI eLearning included
Full scuba equipment
PADI certification
Environmental fees included
No hidden costs
Just bring your swimsuit—we’ll take care of the diving.
Book Your Open Water CourseFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Still Have Questions?
Before booking your PADI Open Water Course in Siquijor, you’ll probably find the answer to your question below. If not, we’re always happy to help.
Yes.
You’ll need to swim 200 metres—or 300 metres with a mask, fins and snorkel—and float or tread water for 10 minutes. There is no time limit for the swim.
No problem.
Everyone learns differently. We’ll adapt the pace whenever possible. If you need additional training sessions before your open water dives, we’ll discuss the available options with you.
Safety comes first. If sea conditions aren’t suitable, we’ll adjust the schedule so you can complete your dives safely.
Rain alone rarely prevents us from diving; sea conditions are what determine the schedule.
English, French and Spanish.
Yes.
Your PADI Open Water Diver certification is recognised worldwide and does not expire. If you haven’t dived for a long time, a refresher may be recommended before returning to the water.
Absolutely.
Many divers wear soft contact lenses while diving. If you don’t use contact lenses, a prescription mask may be an option. Let us know before your course so we can discuss what works best for you.
Yes.
Before the course, you’ll complete the official PADI Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire. A “Yes” answer does not automatically prevent you from diving, but it may require medical clearance from a physician before you enter the water.
Once your booking is confirmed, we’ll send you:
your PADI eLearning access
your course schedule
meeting time and location
everything you need to prepare for your first day
Many divers continue with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course, take a Nitrox specialty, or simply join our fun dives around Siquijor.
Ready to start?
Your first dive is closer than you think.
Learn in small groups, at your own pace, with experienced multilingual instructors in beautiful Siquijor.