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“This is the time. Our time. Our Opportunity. It is our responsibility to step up and lead the changes that make a difference.”
-Drew Richardson

The ocean is one of nature’s greatest kingdoms, and taking that next step toward scuba certification gives you unlimited access. Earning an Open Water Diver certification will transform your life in ways you can’t imagine. You’ll see our ocean planet through new eyes and become both an explorer and ambassador for the underwater world.

You've already discovered scuba diving - if you're ready to take the next step, check out the perks of becoming a certified PADI® Open Water Diver.

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If you love the ocean and the amazing creatures who live there, becoming a diver will help you discover new adventures and support healthy oceans.

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Every day, more and more scuba divers join the effort to protect our oceans. While this is excellent news, are all actions divers can get involved in always as helpful as we’ve been led to believe?

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Our ocean planet is full of beautiful places to learn to dive – even for people with limited time and money.Start your adventure and become a certified diver.

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FACT: Our Planet is 71% Water

Seek Adventure. Save the Ocean.℠

When you become a PADI Diver, you become part of something bigger - a worldwide community of ocean protectors.