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Economy PADI Open Water Diver
Five Week  Program

Ok, so you are on a budget.  Who isn’t these days?  In order to make an option of our scuba course more affordable we had to give up a few perks.  Although more restrictive in its timing and schedule,  this version of the course is a full certification course that can result in a PADI Open Water Diver Course.  This course is scheduled to start on alternating Tuesdays and Thursdays the first week of every month.  Since it is an economy course, there must be six participants enrolled for the course to start on time.  If the minimum is not attained the start date is “bumped” to the next month.  Once it has begun, this course is designed so each week corresponds with a chapter that can be completed in a timely manner within the normal schedule of your life over five weeks.   This schedule allows you an opportunity to "have something come up at work" or  to "run-a-little-late."   If you miss a day or need extra help on one of the lessons,  we are able to schedule a time for make-ups.   The longer schedule format also allows you the opportunity to understand the knowledge development sections and gives you more time for practice during the pool sessions

Congratulations! You are about to begin the most inspirational, exciting, adventurous, and enjoyable learning experience in your life. You are going to become a PADI Open Water Diver. Whether you have dreamed about becoming a diver since you were little or you have just recently become interested, we know that the time and resources involved in learning to scuba dive with Divers Incorporated will be well spent. Being a diver exposes you to a whole new world. It's your ticket to adventure in some of our planet's most beautiful and exciting locations.  Diving is something you can share with friends and family, and it will lead you to new friends. This is your ticket to a lifetime of intense adventure with Divers Incorporated, the most fun filled and active dive center in Michigan.

Course Prerequisites

To qualify for the PADI Open Water Diver Program, you must:

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Be 10 years of age or older

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Be somewhat comfortable in the water

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Be reasonably healthy

The Economy PADI Open Water Diver Course includes:

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Scheduled first week of every month for people on a tight budget who want to learn to scuba dive.  Course starts when 6 people are enrolled with a maximum of 8 Participants.

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Includes the PADI Open Water Diver Manual, Logbook Pages, Dive Tables, Pool Rental Scuba Equipment, Classroom and Pool Instruction

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Also Includes: Four Open Water Certification Dives, Complete rental scuba equipment for open water, and certification Fees.  Referral Fees and weekly Rental if you decide to take your open water certification dives elsewhere.

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Also Includes Quarry Fees and Air Fills at White Star Quarry for your Open Water Certification.

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Mask, Snorkel, Fins, Boots and Gloves for the Course must be purchased from Divers Incorporated to participate in the economy course.

Course Costs $299

Open Water Certification

The Pool and the classroom portions of this course are only the beginning.  To complete your certification you must complete dives in an Open Water setting.  Typically your open water certification dive will be scheduled as soon as it is possible after the pool and classroom portions of this program.  Regardless of how you plan on completing the certification dives you will have six months to complete the required Open Water Certification without retraining. This certification consists of Six Dives including Four open water training dives over a two-day period.  You will need to purchase gloves,  and a hood appropriate to the environment where you will be diving.

Upgrade to the PADI National Geographic Open Water Diver

If you wish to upgrade your course materials and your open water certification to the PADI National Geographic Open Water Diver Certification, you may do so for an additional Fee of $149.   This upgrade will give you the opportunity to complete some additional dives during the open water portion of your course, as well as allow you to receive upgraded course materials and recognition.

Additional Requirements

A $150.00 deposit is required for class registration. The deposit is refundable until two weeks prior to the start of class. Full payment for the course is due the first night of class. There is a maximum of eight Students per class session to provide better service and attention.  Payment plans are available to qualified participants.

Students must supply their own snorkeling equipment prior to their first class session. This equipment should be properly fitted and will become your most personal dive gear.  We can help you choose something appropriate during your orientation session.  This equipment will include: Mask, Fins, Boots (if open heel fins are used), and a Snorkel. These are all available from Divers Incorporated. For your open water weekend you need to purchase gloves and purchase or rent a hood and timing device. Your instructor will explain the equipment requirements during your class sessions. 

Since you may not know exactly which equipment would work best for you, we understand that you are trusting the staff of Divers Incorporated to fit you properly with equipment that will work for you in all your diving needs.  To this end, we offer you an extended version of our exclusive “First Dive Guarantee.”  If for any reason you are not happy with your choice of equipment purchased from Divers Incorporated during your course, you can exchange it for something more suitable to your needs that we currently carry.

We look forward to diving with you. If you have questions give us a call at (734) 971 7770, email us, or check out our Frequently Asked Questions Page for more information.

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