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Water Activities & Tilden's Scuba Center: Dive into Certification - Greater Los Angeles

Water Activities & Tilden's Scuba Center: Dive into Certification

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2.5 days

Fitness Level

Participants should be comfortable in the water and have basic swimming ability. No prior diving experience is necessary.

Overview

Ready to take the plunge? Tilden's Scuba Center offers a personalized Open Water Certification course that gets you diving safely in just a few days. Discover what lies beneath the surface and start your underwater adventure today.

Marathon, Florida

Open Water Certification

Starting at $999 per Person | Our specialty course | 2 1/2 -Day Course

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About This Adventure

Embark on an unforgettable scuba diving certification journey with Tilden's Scuba Center. Over 2.5 days, you'll enjoy personalized instruction tailored to your schedule, covering essential skills from NAUI, PADI, and SSI. Experience hands-on learning through pool sessions and boat trips, all while building confidence as a safe diver.

Our price includes everything you'll need to complete the course.


Rates

Student (Ages 12+) : $999


Duration

4 Hours | 2 1/2 days


Important Booking Instructions

Please select the date on the calendar you would like, then we will follow up after your booking to confirm the details and make more detailed plans for times and days.


About

Our theory is to teach you to rely on your ability, not fancy equipment. We teach NAUI, PADI, and SSI, and can complete any Universal referral agencies. We let you choose which agency you'd prefer and we'll ship you the books. The class consists of 3 pool sessions, and 2 boat trips. This can be squeezed into a tight 3 days, or spread over 6 half-day sessions. Our classes are booked around your vacation time, so most classes are almost private. This will further your learning experience and our ability to customize time for your needs.

You do need to have 18 hours between your last dive and your flight home, so please make sure you have time in your plans. The open water certification course is rated for ages 10+yrs. Open water certification has strict health guidelines for your safety.


Dive Agencies

Tilden's philosophy of teaching is to hone your scuba ability and confidence as a safe, knowledgeable confident diver and buddy. We have no preference as to which agency you choose to represent, as we teach all 3 of them, (NAUI, PADI, SSI) We can accept referral students from any agency as both NAUI and SSI are part of the Universal Referal system. Choosing an agency is a personal choice. Our course is amalgamated to cover all skills from all of the agencies, which makes our student's training as thorough as possible. Although each agency has slightly different learning material, the core requirements of diving are the same.

Here are some of the qualities of each Worldwidely Accepted agencies.

NAUI - Regarded as one of the most thorough academic programs in the industry, Naui will come to you in the form of a traditional book, workbook, tables, and log book. This system is really great for all divers but especially for those wanting the reasons why you do everything.

SSI - Innovative, easy to initiate, Start TODAY with no additional fees. This all-digital system allows you to start your academics today and take them with you on multiple devices. SSI is perfect for all ages and covers the material well without oversimplifying the knowledge. You can preview this course online divessi.com. Once your review is complete you will need to choose Tilden's Scuba Center as your shop to proceed.

PADI - This system can be done online, (which has an additional fee) or per our recommendation, with a traditional learning system. There are 5 chapters in this book that need to have their corresponding " knowledge reviews" completed before completing your traditional lecture with us. PADI was the first to allow 10 yr olds to certify and in that process, has made the academic material a breeze to complete. Please, call before signing up for e-learning as this is a fee from PADI, not Tilden's.

*If you are booking through Dive Isla Bella, you have been routed to Tilden Scuba Center (our partner) as Dive Isla Bella is not on the property yet.

Adventure Tips

Schedule in advance

Book your certification early to secure spots and ensure a smooth learning experience.

Practice buoyancy skills

Focusing on buoyancy control during training makes your dives more enjoyable and safer.

Pack appropriate gear

Bring comfortable swimwear and a towel; the center provides all necessary equipment.

Review materials beforehand

Familiarize yourself with basic diving theory and safety protocols before the course.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Sea turtles
  • Colorful reef fish

History

The local waters have been a popular diving spot since the 1980s, known for their vibrant ecosystems and historical shipwrecks.

Conservation

Tilden's prioritizes eco-friendly practices, including reef-safe gear and waste reduction, helping preserve the marine environment.

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Recommended Gear

Swimsuit or wetsuit

Essential

A swimsuit or wetsuit keeps you comfortable during pool and beach sessions.

summer specific

Towel

Useful for drying off after dives or pool sessions.

Waterproof notebook

Helps retain important safety tips and course notes.

Snorkel gear (optional)

Great for practicing breathing and buoyancy in shallow water.