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What equipment do I need
to have before the diving course?
Within our program all diving equipment will be
provided for beginner courses, however we would
recommend you buy your own mask, snorkel and fins.
All student divers are now required to have their
own course manuals when training under the PADI
System, we recommend you purchase these before
you travel, you can start your study's from the
comfort of your own home or during your flight
to your destination, this will cut down what your
are required to study when you get to your destination.
(For more info contact our diving team on 0844
499 0066 or e-mail diving@olympicholidays.com) |
I wear glasses or contact
lenses, is that a problem?
Not at all. If you wear contact lenses, you shouldn't
have problems wearing them when you dive. If you
wear hard lenses you have the option to have prescription
lenses put into your mask. |
Is diving dangerous?
Not really. Statistics show that diving is about
as safe as swimming. Certainly, there are potential
hazards -- that's why you need training and certification
-- like driving a car, as long as you follow the
rules and use common sense. Virtually all aquatic
animals are passive and timid. There are a few
that can bite or sting defensively, but you can
avoid these by watching where you put your hands
and feet. Divers aren't natural prey for sharks
-- more people die each year from bee stings. |
When can I fly home after
I have been on my diving holiday?
For Dives within the No-Decompression Limits: Single
Dives (a minimum pre-flight surface interval of
12 hours is suggested); Repetitive Dives and/or
Multiday Dives (a minimum pre-flight surface interval
of 18 hours is suggested). |
This all sounds interesting,
but I'm not sure if it's for me. Is there a way
to try SCUBA diving without signing up for the whole
course?
Yes, there is. We offer the 'Discover SCUBA' program, which is an easy introduction
to diving conducted in the pool or a confined body of water. this is a way for
you to experience the fun and excitement of diving before deciding to enroll
in the Open Water course. |
I can't find what i'm looking for, what do i do?
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Is it hard to learn to SCUBA
diving?
No. In fact, it's probably easier than you imagine,
especially if you're already comfortable in the water.
Our entry-level diving course is split into knowledge
development, confined water (pool) training, and 4
SCUBA training dives in open water. The course is 'performance
based,' which means that you progress as you learn,
and as you demonstrate knowledge and skill. |
How long does it take to become
a certified diver?
You'll be diving in less time than you think. Typically,
you complete the PADI Open Water Course in three
or four days. PADI courses are performance-based,
which means your instructor's interested in you learning
to dive, not in how long you sit in a class. This
means that you progress at your own pace - depending
upon the time you need to become a confident diver
who dives regularly. |
How old do I have to be to
become a certified SCUBA diver?
Ten years old. If you're between 10 and 15, you receive
a Junior Open Water Diver certification, which means
you should dive with a SCUBA-certified adult. When
you turn 15, you can upgrade your Junior certification
to a regular Open Water certification. |
Do I have to meet any special
qualifications or considerations before I can participate
in a SCUBA diving class?
No. Generally speaking, anyone in average good health
and at least 10 years old can participate. As a precaution,
you'll be asked to complete a routine medical questionnaire.
If anything on the questionnaire indicates anything
to be cautious about, you'll check with your physician
to make sure it's OK for you to dive. |
Do I have to be a great swimmer
to SCUBA dive?
No - all you need to be is a reasonable swimmer who
is comfortable and relaxed in the water. The swimming
requirement for certification is a 200 yard nonstop
swim (with no time limit) and a 10 minute tread/float. |
Is SCUBA diving expensive?
Not really. Like any hobby or recreation, you can
invest a lot or a little, depending on your interest
level. |
Is there any further information about the diving package you offer?
Yes, view full dive descriptions |
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