How To Pass Your Open Water Course

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  • How To Pass Your Open Water Course
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    Getting into scuba diving is pretty easy and you can get qualified all around the world, anywhere there’s a dive centre and deepish water but there is, of course, a test that you have to pass first. Now to put you at ease the test is designed so that 10 yr olds can pass it so don’t stress about it too much, but there are some tips that can help you pass your test and become a better diver faster.
    The course itself has split into four parts; homework, the classroom work, pool work and open water dives. So you’ve got some book reading to do at home so you can get to grips with the theory, you’re tested on that in the classroom to make sure you understand what’s going on. You then practice fundamental skills in the pool and then you repeat those skills in an open water setting. Now I’m obviously not going to give you the answer key to the open water test but there are a few helpful tips and tricks that can help you complete your open water.

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  • @shalinpather4198
    @shalinpather4198 4 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    Why am I watching this - I passed it ages ago

    • @charon_lix
      @charon_lix 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Because you're a champ

    • @rschmidtschmidt6810
      @rschmidtschmidt6810 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same.. Lol

    • @trollmedia9719
      @trollmedia9719 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too

    • @shalinpather4198
      @shalinpather4198 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@charon_lix Looks like we're all champs in this comment LOL

    • @sayittrue9570
      @sayittrue9570 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm doing my DM course at the moment .I guess I'm watching this for hints and tips

  • @WilliamDrumm
    @WilliamDrumm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    My Open Water course was pretty challenging. I was 12 and it was in a freezing Colorado lake with zero visibility. It was all up hill from there!

  • @mystkittsdivebuddy
    @mystkittsdivebuddy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Very informative.
    I do like the way this is agency neutral. A lot of prospective divers think the agency is all important when in fact the most important person is your instructor. A good experienced instructor brings much more to the table than what is written in the manuals.
    Also for the new diver, most agencies now offer the course on line with downloadable manuals, workbooks and streaming videos.
    Be safe, have fun, remember a scuba qualification has to be earned.

  • @P0rtalgate
    @P0rtalgate 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Finished my e learning couple days ago, got my dives tomorrow

    • @natashagem9054
      @natashagem9054 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That is so exciting! I will be doing this soon...

    • @tuckerg900
      @tuckerg900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not sure if you’ll see this, but if you do how was it? I want to get certified next summer when I’m out of school. Did you buy equipment or rent from dive center?

    • @Cowboy9357
      @Cowboy9357 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      tucker gallatin you should definitely get certified im taking the class right now and it’s really fun

    • @androsyuen8027
      @androsyuen8027 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      did u pass

    • @androsyuen8027
      @androsyuen8027 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tuckerg900 rent

  • @derrickwilliams1902
    @derrickwilliams1902 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    When I took my open water with PADI, I just basically read the whole book from cover to cover. When it came to the written test and review, you could tell who read the book, who skimmed the book, and who didn't read it at all and only relied on the lecture. Because during the review people would say that one "trick question" (as they put it) on the test wasn't covered. But if you read the book it was in there.

    • @GastrophetDrum
      @GastrophetDrum 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I'm always amazed when people try skimming the book and half-assing the academics. It's not a college course to pass and never think about again, it's how not to die in the ocean......Behooves people to know....

    • @ruwahameed1275
      @ruwahameed1275 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where can i fimd that book

    • @kaitlynengelland2723
      @kaitlynengelland2723 ปีที่แล้ว

      Where did you go? There are places that will certify you just going under the water. I never knew there was an actual test. I just thought it was the physical.

  • @christophershepherd6024
    @christophershepherd6024 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just signed up for classes. Picked up my packet and have been going through the book. First day of classes is May 5th, EXCITED

  • @tommyegoldstein1741
    @tommyegoldstein1741 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Finally! This is the video I have been waiting for!

  • @Cheiff117
    @Cheiff117 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Going for my first ever Scuba Discovery next week! excited but very nervous

  • @supernova6177
    @supernova6177 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have my course scheduled, i can't WAIT!!!!

  • @VariousLayerz
    @VariousLayerz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You Sir! Have A Great Day!

  • @felipearcanjo2908
    @felipearcanjo2908 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am doing my class exam this weekend. Then pool and open water in the coming weeks. Then within 8 months, off to Belize here I go!!!!

  • @AQUADOMIA1
    @AQUADOMIA1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello thank you for your video, a very good one. I am a french scuba instructor and I really appreciate your channel :-) :-)

  • @karloavera
    @karloavera 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this video! I'm about to start my first class and am excited, but also nervous.

    • @DistortedPeach
      @DistortedPeach 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you get your certification?? Curious

  • @leeminter811
    @leeminter811 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I did not pass my first Open Water, signed up for a course in the Dominican Republic after being referred by a rep. Found out that PADI courses have manuals and exams after I got back to the UK - it was a scam,. and the guy at the rep's desk was apparently nothing to do with the hotel / tour company. Second time was a proper PADI course in Turkey.

  • @HelloPhilosophy
    @HelloPhilosophy 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Relived a bit, I stress over written tests. Thank you

  • @VariousLayerz
    @VariousLayerz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Information Sir!

  • @williamkelly5689
    @williamkelly5689 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    doing mine tomorrow :D

  • @tomatetupil
    @tomatetupil 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome bro 👍

  • @gee4526
    @gee4526 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Mark, Shaun, could you guys do a video on the importance of keeping your skills sharp? There are so many times I've seen veteran divers that were really bad on some of their skills.I suppose that it comes from being over confident and thinking they have already done the skills and therefore there is no need to keep practicing. They just dont realize that it is so easy to forget the simplest thing and when a real emergency arises they will be totally caught off guard. Not Good.!

  • @francoisg3500
    @francoisg3500 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I will be taking the opening water part of my Padi diving course this week. So this video is very helpful. I used the online resources and I think that they are the best way to revise!

    • @rschmidtschmidt6810
      @rschmidtschmidt6810 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good luck, Hope you do good. I was certified as an sdi diver so I don't know how it works for padi.

    • @francoisg3500
      @francoisg3500 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rschmidt Schmidt Thanks!

    • @nitro8497
      @nitro8497 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      F.Gomm Open water part of the course is the best part. Get to enjoy the views for your dive site

    • @francoisg3500
      @francoisg3500 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nitro 84 Yes! Looking forward to jumping in!

  • @giol5681
    @giol5681 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I didn’t get my book yet and I will only have 2 days to read it over the weakens 🤣 but I know a lot already do Ig that’s good

  • @ava90210
    @ava90210 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im doing my padi at the age of 10 it started in December it’s not November school started there was a lot of delays today I’m doing my last dive and my written exam I’m really scared I’m now 11 and terrified since I haven’t finished the book

  • @alvarotorres9662
    @alvarotorres9662 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was waiting all my school year for next week I’m having the exam I’m so nervous :)

  • @tanishkaratnani8209
    @tanishkaratnani8209 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey !
    I am 16 yrs and from India.I am wanting to pursue scuba as my career!
    So, i just wanted a favor from ya...could you please suggest me a city or a country where i can do my scuba courses i.e till the rescue diver course along with a part time or full time job. Like i was planning to do the first three courses in new york as i wanted to spend my own money for my courses and new york seems to be a very lively city with many number of jobs for teens. So please can u suggest or give your opinion as to where is the right place for a teen to complete their initial scuba courses along with earning for themselves.

  • @henrycrick3149
    @henrycrick3149 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Don’t get scared the the DM asks you to take your mask on and off (it’s not as bad as it sounds you can still breathe!)

    • @BlackPawGaming
      @BlackPawGaming 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      open the eyes in water is harder actually.

    • @yassinmohsen7011
      @yassinmohsen7011 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did that today actually my actual exam is tomorrow tho

  • @caden8110
    @caden8110 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    E-learning or in person costs? Online I think is 195 but what is the booklet cost?

    • @inspirescuba4845
      @inspirescuba4845 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great question! in person costs can vary per shop or instructor. The average cost is around 200-300 in the US. Choosing an in person format is invaluable in that you have an instructor right there to answer questions and ensure comprehension of theory. Hope this helps and you're able to get in the water soon!

  • @Roy_investigates
    @Roy_investigates 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    so i am thinking about getting certified, i am a fan of the channel already cause i watch a youtuber that is inspiring me to scuba dive. ( Channel is DALLMYD ) is there a age you recommend getting into scuba diving?

    • @inspirescuba4845
      @inspirescuba4845 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello if you haven't found the answer yet, the minimum age is 8 years old in the PADI Bubblemaker program. The program is limited to 6ft.

    • @Roy_investigates
      @Roy_investigates 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@inspirescuba4845 thank you so much!

    • @inspirescuba4845
      @inspirescuba4845 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Roy_investigates absolutely. I hope you and your family are able to experience the underwater world soon! 🤙🏽

  • @daveleger2002
    @daveleger2002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't forget there is a 200meter test swin, unlimited time, and a 10 minute water tread test you must pass in the pool.
    Also, don't rush and practice, practice, practice your skills...
    PADI OWSI 212568

    • @BlakeJonesyREAL
      @BlakeJonesyREAL หลายเดือนก่อน

      This is what I’m most worried about

  • @schmithjagen7228
    @schmithjagen7228 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pretty easy, yes treading water for 2 hours is easy, someone should've mention that

    • @alenemely
      @alenemely 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why 2 hours of treading water?

    • @schmithjagen7228
      @schmithjagen7228 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alenemely idk but in some dive center they do it like that, even though nowadays the regulation is different

  • @cjadventures8840
    @cjadventures8840 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m doing my course in 3 hours and I’m kinda nervous

    • @lilwooklet4058
      @lilwooklet4058 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you pass?

    • @shnaggysfatass4732
      @shnaggysfatass4732 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did u pass

    • @cjadventures8840
      @cjadventures8840 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      BNC Fishing yeah I did, it was pretty easy ngl😁

    • @lukasdim1533
      @lukasdim1533 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tree man it isn’t that hard? doing mine in a few hours too 😖

  • @tides1506
    @tides1506 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ahhh god I’m scared I’m getting certified in a couple days

  • @princealmighty5391
    @princealmighty5391 ปีที่แล้ว

    I need to work work work and save money for the course but I'm worried that I will fail my scuba diving exam 😔 😢 I hate exams. It's 549 aud course

  • @Tapio86
    @Tapio86 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    All these thumbs up... First rule of OW... if your thumbs go up for any other reason than aborting a dive, you owe your instructor a beer.

  • @diveinstructordaniel1095
    @diveinstructordaniel1095 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was in Egypt for a week to dive, I saw some horrible divers 😂😂 i don’t know how they got certified 🌊

  • @robharris5245
    @robharris5245 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    All i will say the whole thing is NOT easy, fun or pleasant. it took me nine months of sleepless nights to complete the course. after the 5 confined water dives and the 4 open water dives i haven't dived since. I hated the whole process but I did because my wife has been diving for years before i met her so i thought it would be nice to join her under water. She thinks diving is the best thing since sliced bread sadly i couldn't agree.

  • @Lightrojsp
    @Lightrojsp 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How deep do you go on your open water test

    • @inspirescuba4845
      @inspirescuba4845 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      During the course you will make dives in shallow or pool like conditions, followed by open water which is limited to a max of 40 ft where you will re-iterate the skills you worked on in your confined water. Most instructors will take their students to about 15 or 20 ft until they finish the course completely.

  • @campaspe810
    @campaspe810 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Turn up lol

  • @armytruth6860
    @armytruth6860 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why am I watching this I'm always open water certified,

  • @Spideryote
    @Spideryote 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just realized that I don't own any devices capable of playing a DVD
    The digital age of PC gaming really is taking it's toll

  • @jaredkoch3974
    @jaredkoch3974 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's an air Cylinder!! not a tank or bottle!!

  • @jelloman1128
    @jelloman1128 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    if its made so 10 year olds can pass it, then Its super slim for me to pass. cuss im 10 EEEEEEE

  • @matao87
    @matao87 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Step one: Have a pulse.
    There is no step two.

  • @theristis5
    @theristis5 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    3:01 I will not trust anyone completely. My survival depends on my disobedience.

  • @iamgroot4080
    @iamgroot4080 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just slip Your instructor a 20$ and save Yourself a hustle...

  • @theurbanshark1052
    @theurbanshark1052 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Learn how to swim.

  • @jodihallstenlyczak3066
    @jodihallstenlyczak3066 ปีที่แล้ว

    Literally opens with the statement that the test is easy enough that "a 10-year old can pass it." [Really? Then why the video, mate?] Then goes on to say fairly straight on that you can't read the book in a day and to spend a few WEEKS on the material to pass the test [thought a 10-year-old can pass it?!]. Good information throughout, but if you're struggling in a basic diver course, the opening is very off-putting.