Start Scuba Diving

Choose Your Scuba Certification Learning Preference

Get Educated with a PADI Scuba Certification

With PADI as your scuba training organization, you'll be breathing underwater sooner than you might expect with the Open Water Diver Course! Choose from one of these convenient learning options:

• Start learning to scuba dive online now with PADI eLearning
• Take scuba lessons through a scheduled scuba diving class at your local dive shop or resort 
• Try scuba first with a Discover Scuba Diving experience locally or on vacation
• Earn college credit for your scuba lessons

Have more questions? 

• Browse the scuba certification FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
• Dowload a free Start Diving Planner
• Ask a Scuba Expert

• Sign-Up for PADI eLearning 
• Locate a PADI Dive Center 
• Get Advice from a Scuba Diving Expert