Become a certified scuba diver
Start by following these three steps
Becoming a certified Open Water Diver involves self study, plus time in the classroom, pool and open water. Before any of that, however, you need to take part in one of our in-water Orientation sessions. This is something you can do by following these three steps.
Step 1: Gear up
To take part in the orientation, you must supply the following items:
- Mask
- Snorkel
- Scuba fins
- Wetsuit boots
- Weight belt and weights
Harry’s Dive Shop stocks a wide selection of these items, all reflecting the highest levels of quality and reliability. With proper care, they can last for decades.
Consult us before making any purchases so that you can take advantage of our years of experience.
Step 2: Choose an Orientation Date
Weeknight sessions take place from 6:00 until 10:00 pm; Saturday sessions run from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm. All sessions take place at Harry’s Dive Shop. Remember that you cannot be late for these, so pick a date when you will have not difficulty arriving on time. Be aware that you do not need to attend an Orientation if you are signing up for private lessons. Upcoming dates include:
- Saturday, January 13, 2024
- Tuesday, January 23, 2024
- Saturday, February 17, 2024
- Wednesday, February 28, 2024
- Saturday, March 9, 2024
- Tuesday, March 19, 2024
- Wednesday, March 27, 2024
- Tuesday, April 16, 2024
- Saturday, April 20, 2024
- Thursday, April 25, 2024
- Saturday, May 11, 2024
- Wednesday, May 15, 2024
- Thursday, May 30, 2024
- Tuesday, June 4, 2024
- Saturday, June 15, 2024
- Thursday, June 20, 2024
- Saturday, June 29, 2024
- Saturday, July 6, 2024
- Wednesday, July 10, 2024
- Tuesday, July 23, 2024
- Wednesday, July 31, 2024
- Saturday, August 10, 2024
- Tuesday, August 13, 2024
- Thursday, August 29, 2024
- Saturday, September 7, 2024
- Wednesday, September 11, 2024
- Tuesday, September 24, 2024
- Thursday, October 10, 2024
- Tuesday, October 29, 2024
- Saturday, November 16, 2024
- Wednesday, November 20, 2024
- Saturday, January 11, 2025
- Saturday, February 8, 2025
- Wednesday, February 19, 2025
- Saturday, March 15, 2025
- Tuesday, March 18, 2025
- Thursday, April 3, 2025
- Wednesday, April 16, 2025
- Saturday, April 26, 2025
- Wednesday, May 7, 2025
- Thursday, May 22, 2025
- Saturday, May 31, 2025
- Tuesday, June 3, 2025
- Wednesday, June 11, 2025
- Saturday, July 5, 2025
- Wednesday, July 9, 2025
- Thursday, July 17, 2025
- Thursday, July 31, 2025
- Saturday, August 2, 2025
- Wednesday, August 13, 2025
- Saturday, September 6, 2025
- Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Wednesday, October 22, 2025
- Saturday, November 1, 2025
- Tuesday, November 25, 2025
- Saturday, December 6, 2025
These regularly scheduled orientations will take place whenever we have at least four students enrolled. We can also do private orientations for an additional fee.
Step 3: Download the Required Paperwork
Orientation Agreement: The fastest and easiest way to deal with this (and one that won’t have you hunting for a printer) is to open it in Adobe Acrobat. Type your name and desired orientation date at the top, then click on the Signature field at the bottom. Acrobat will walk you through the rest. Then just email the signed form back to us
Step 4: Sign up
You can sign up in person, over the phone or on line. Of course, the fastest and easiest way to do this is to start by clicking the Sign up now button at the right.
Plan ahead
Use the buttons below to plan out when to complete your classroom/pool and open water training. You will also find answers to common questions and can even send us an email if there is a question we haven’t already answered.
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Ask a question
Use this form to ask us about this specific course — or you can simply stop by the store or call (504) 888-4882