Scuba Certification with Prodiver Maui: Dive into Maui's Reefs
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3.5 hours
Fitness Level
Basic mobility required; no previous experience necessary
Overview
Get your scuba certification with Prodiver Maui and delve into Maui’s vibrant reefs. Learn essential skills in a safe, supportive environment and begin your underwater journey today.
PADI Open Water Certification (part 1) - Shore
3-4 hours • Daily
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of scuba diving in Maui with the PADI Open Water Diver course! Over 3.5 hours, you'll learn essential skills from a certified instructor and explore vibrant reefs and marine life. This unforgettable adventure is the first step towards your scuba certification, opening the door to underwater exploration.
Maui offers some of the best shore diving in Hawaii!
Times and duration
Daily 3.5 Hours
About
If you’ve always wanted to learn how to scuba dive, discover new adventures or simply see the wondrous world beneath the waves, this is where it starts. The PADI Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular scuba course and has introduced millions of people to the adventures of scuba diving.
Part One of the two-part Open Water Certification begins on the shore. For your first of two dives, you’ll interact with a PADI certified Dive Instructor gaining the skills, terminology and safety procedures. Your second dive will put into practice what you've learned visiting several locations traveling from sandy bottom through reef and coral formations witnessing the incredible sea life up close. All this is in preparation for part two of your certification program - the boat dive where you conclude the second part of the mandatory two-part process, Please note, you'll must complete both parts to become certified.
What you learn
The PADI Open Water Diver course consists of two main phases:
- Knowledge Development to understand basic principles of scuba diving. Must be completed by 1st day of dive.
- Open Water Dives to review your skills and explore !
Prerequisites
To enroll in the PADI Open Diver course or Junior Open Water Diver course, you must:
- Be at least 10 years old.
- Read the medical questions before you arrive. Any “yes” answers will require a physicians release before we can take you in the water. Give us a call with any questions!
Adventure Tips
Arrive early for the session
Arriving 15 minutes early ensures you have time to gear up and relax before the class begins.
Check your health status
Make sure you're in good health, especially with no respiratory or ear issues, before participating.
Communicate your comfort levels
Inform your instructor of any concerns or fears you may have to ensure a safe experience.
Stay hydrated
Drink plenty of water before your session to stay comfortable during your dives.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Hawaiian green sea turtle
- Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa (Reef Triggerfish)
History
Maui’s underwater landscape has been shaped by volcanic activity over millions of years, creating a diverse range of coral formations and caves.
Conservation
Prodiver Maui emphasizes reef conservation by following sustainable diving practices and educating guests on marine protection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Swimsuit or Rash Guard
Comfortable swimwear or rash guard keeps you comfortable during water skills practice.
Towel and Dry Clothing
Bring a towel and dry clothes for after your session in the water.
Waterproof Camera (optional)
Capture underwater moments with a waterproof camera or phone case.
Sun Protection
Apply reef-safe sunscreen to protect your skin while onshore.
summer specific