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Learn to scuba dive and earn your internationally recognized PADI Open Water Diver certification in the warm, clear waters of Aqaba, Jordan. No previous diving experience is required.
The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world's most popular entry-level scuba certification and is the perfect choice if you want to become a fully certified recreational diver.
At Aqaba Moon Diving Center, you can complete your PADI Open Water Diver Course in Aqaba with professional PADI instructors.
You will learn scuba diving theory, practice essential underwater skills and complete open-water dives while exploring Aqaba's coral reefs and dive sites .
If you are completely new to scuba diving and would like to experience breathing underwater before committing to a certification, you can also try Discover Scuba Diving in Aqaba .
Aqaba Moon Diving Center offers PADI training for different experience levels, from beginner certifications to advanced, specialty and professional programs.
Explore our complete PADI diving courses in Aqaba to find the right course for your diving goals.
Warm Red Sea water, coral reefs, marine life and accessible dive sites make Aqaba an excellent destination for beginner scuba diving.
Aqaba's Red Sea environment offers comfortable diving conditions and excellent visibility for learning.
Discover coral gardens, reef fish and fascinating underwater ecosystems while you train.
Explore our Aqaba dive sites guide to discover the reefs and underwater attractions available around the city.
Learn with experienced PADI professionals who focus on safety, confidence and correct diving techniques.
Your training combines independent theory, instructor-led practical sessions and real open-water diving.
Start with the knowledge development section of the PADI course and learn about scuba equipment, safety, communication and responsible diving.
Practice essential scuba skills in controlled water before moving into the open sea.
Complete the required open-water training dives and apply your skills in real Red Sea conditions.
After successfully completing the course requirements, receive your PADI Open Water Diver certification.
Your Open Water Diver course package includes the essential training and equipment required to complete your certification.
Complete the theory portion of the course online.
Training with experienced PADI-certified instructors.
Scuba equipment rental required for your course.
Practice the essential skills required for safe diving.
Complete your required certification dives in the Red Sea.
Receive your digital PADI Open Water certification after successful completion.
Transportation to relevant training dive sites.
Knowledge and training resources required for the course.
The Open Water course is more than simply learning how to breathe underwater. You will develop the skills needed to become a confident and responsible recreational diver.
Learn how your mask, fins, BCD, regulator, tank and other diving equipment work.
Develop better control underwater and learn how to move efficiently while protecting the reef.
Learn correct techniques for equalizing pressure as you descend and ascend.
Learn standard hand signals and how divers communicate underwater.
Practice important procedures that help you respond calmly and safely to common diving situations.
Learn how to interact responsibly with marine life and minimize your impact on the underwater environment.
If you have limited time, you may want to consider our PADI Scuba Diver Course in Aqaba . For a full entry-level certification, choose Open Water Diver.
| Feature | PADI Scuba Diver | PADI Open Water Diver |
|---|---|---|
| Certification level | Limited entry-level certification | Full entry-level certification |
| Maximum depth | 12 m / 40 ft | 18 m / 60 ft |
| Supervision | Direct PADI Professional supervision | Independent recreational diving with a qualified buddy |
| Best for | Short trips or limited time | Divers who want full entry-level certification |
| Future training | Can continue to Open Water | Can continue to Advanced Open Water |
Approximately 3 days · E-learning · Training dives · Equipment · E-certification
📲 Book Open Water CourseYour PADI Open Water certification is only the beginning. Continue building your experience and explore new types of diving in Aqaba and around the world.
Improve your skills and explore deeper diving, navigation and other adventure dives.
PADI Advanced Open Water Course →Build your skills with specialty training such as photography, deep, and Nitrox diving.
Explore PADI Specialty Courses →Once certified, join guided dives and discover Aqaba's coral reefs, wrecks and marine life.
Explore Daily Diving Programs →One of the biggest advantages of completing your Open Water course in Aqaba is the opportunity to learn in the Red Sea while surrounded by coral reefs and marine life.
After certification, explore the best dive sites in Aqaba , including reefs, wrecks and artificial underwater attractions.
You can also learn more about scuba diving in Aqaba and plan your next Red Sea diving adventure.
Yes. The PADI Open Water Diver course is designed for beginners. You do not need previous scuba certification or diving experience to start.
The course typically takes around three days, although the exact schedule can vary depending on your learning pace, weather and course organization.
PADI Open Water Divers are trained to dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres / 60 feet under normal recreational diving conditions and within the limits of their training and experience.
The course includes PADI eLearning, training dives, scuba equipment rental, transportation to relevant dive sites and PADI e-certification.
No. Scuba equipment rental is included in the course, so you can complete your training without purchasing your own equipment.
After certification, you can continue diving within your training and experience limits and progress to courses such as PADI Advanced Open Water Diver and various PADI specialty courses .
The minimum age for PADI Open Water Diver certification is 10 years old. Junior Open Water Diver options are available for eligible younger divers.
Yes. You can book your course, pay the required deposit and receive the eLearning in advance so you can complete the theory portion before your practical training.
Training takes place in Aqaba, Jordan, with confined-water training and open-water dives at suitable Red Sea dive sites. You can explore our Aqaba dive sites guide to learn more about the underwater environment.
Join Aqaba Moon Diving Center for your PADI Open Water Diver course and discover the incredible underwater world of Aqaba, Jordan.
Let’s plan your next underwater adventure in Aqaba!
