PADI 3 Day Open Water Certification in Crystal River, FL
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days, approximately 6–8 hours per day
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good general health and comfortable swimming with moderate physical activity.
Overview
Take the plunge with SeaDaddys Adventures' 3-day PADI Open Water Certification in Crystal River, Florida. Learn scuba diving essentials, enjoy beautiful underwater views, and earn a globally recognized certification.
PADI 3 Day Open Water Certification
Invest in You! • Designed for students who plan to remain diving more shallow dive spots
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of scuba diving with SeaDaddys' 3-day PADI Open Water Certification course. This engaging program combines structured training with fun, teaching essential safety skills while allowing you to explore underwater depths of up to 60 feet. Enjoy e-learning, expert instruction, and all necessary gear for an unforgettable adventure.
This Class is set up for structured training and fun!
Duration
3 Days, plus online E-Learning
About
Join SeaDaddys for Training "Where the Fun Is"
This is for a 3 Day class, completion results in a PADI Open Water Certification, this certification is lifelong and never expires. An Open Water Certification is the first certification you get as a scuba diver and allows you to dive up to 60ft in depth.
PADI is the most well known Scuba Agency in the world, and the PADI course itself is designed to be fun while also teaching you the neccesary knowledge of safety concepts and skills.
Included
-E-Learning -Boat Fees -Instructor Fees -Rental Gear
Not Included
-Logbook
Adventure Tips
Complete e-learning before arrival
Finish the online theory portion ahead of time to maximize practical in-water sessions.
Stay hydrated and well-rested
Scuba diving requires physical and mental alertness; drink plenty of water and get good sleep.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect the local marine ecosystem by applying environmentally friendly sunscreen before diving.
Wear quick-dry clothing post-dive
A lightweight, quick-drying outfit helps keep comfortable after water sessions.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- West Indian manatee
- Florida garfish
History
Crystal River has long been important to indigenous peoples and early settlers who relied on its freshwater springs.
Conservation
Local efforts prioritize protecting manatee habitats and maintaining water quality to preserve this unique ecosystem.
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Recommended Gear
Mask and snorkel
Personal mask and snorkel ensure proper fit and comfort during dives and surface swims.
Wetsuit (3mm-5mm)
A wetsuit provides thermal protection in cooler water temperatures typical outside the summer months.
fall|winter|spring specific
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects your skin without harming the delicate marine ecosystem around Crystal River.
summer|null specific
Waterproof dive log or notebook
Helpful for recording dive details, notes, and certification progress throughout the course.