Move from pool drills to open-water dives in two days and leave with a PADI Scuba Diver certification to 12 m. This compact course blends confined-water skills with two supervised beach dives off Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria.
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On a calm morning in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria, the Atlantic pulls at the shoreline with a steady, surf-smoothed rhythm that dares you to slide beneath it. Your first day unfolds poolside: instructors guide mask clearing, regulator recovery and basic buoyancy until each skill feels mechanical and safe. Day two moves those skills into open water—two supervised dives off a nearby beach where rocky reefs and kelp-streaked sand give way to small walls and reef fish at depths to 12 meters.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 days (approx. 5 hours per day)
Fitness Level
Basic swimming ability and comfort in open water; general good health without major cardiovascular or respiratory issues
Wildlife
History
Gran Canaria’s coastline is volcanic; many shore dives explore basalt formations and sand pockets created by past eruptions, and local fishing traditions shaped coastal villages like Puerto Rico.
Conservation
Respect marine life and avoid touching coral or stirring sediment; use reef-safe sunscreen and follow instructor guidance to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the 2 Day PADI Scuba Diver Course in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a printed or mobile medical form
You must complete a health questionnaire before diving; bring any relevant medical documentation and consult a doctor for asthma or heart conditions.
Avoid flying after diving
Wait at least 18 hours after your last dive before flying to reduce risk of decompression sickness.
Rent or bring well-fitting mask and fins
Comfortable, well-sealed gear saves air and reduces fatigue during open-water dives.
Hydrate and rest between days
Even shallow dives tax the body; drink water and sleep well the night before each day of training.
Mask & snorkel
A well-fitting mask makes skills practice and surface time more comfortable and effective.
Fins
Proper fins improve propulsion and reduce leg fatigue during dives.
3mm wetsuit
Water can be cool outside summer—light wetsuit keeps you warm during surface intervals and dives.
spring
Towel and change of clothes
Quick-dry towel and spare clothes make transitions between pool and shore sessions easier.