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Kona Scuba Diving Certifications

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Learn to Dive in Kona – Get PADI Certified with Experts Who Care

​We’ll guide you through every step of your scuba certification. Personalized instruction, small groups, and real ocean experiences from day one.

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PADI (the Professional Association of Diving Instructors) is the most recognized dive training organization worldwide with 29 million certifications and counting.

 

PADI Dive Instructors undergo rigorous training to ensure your scuba certification class is fun and safe.

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Start Here: PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience

$359 for Adult Divers | $459 for Minor Divers | 5 hours

Have you always dreamed of what it's like to breathe underwater? Our Discover Scuba Diving program is your chance to try scuba diving in a safe and fun environment, without committing to a full certification course. It's the perfect way to experience the magic of the underwater world for the first time!

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What to Expect

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  • A Quick & Easy Introduction: Your adventure begins with a brief theory session where your PADI Professional will teach you the basic safety guidelines and skills you'll need.

  • Practice in Calm Waters: You'll then move to a pool or a calm, shallow water area to get comfortable with the scuba gear and practice some essential skills.

  • Your First Ocean Dive: The highlight of your experience will be an open water dive where you'll get to explore the underwater world under the close supervision of your instructor. You'll dive to a maximum depth of 40 feet (12 meters).

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Prerequisites

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To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, participants must meet the following requirements:

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  • Minimum Age: 10 years or older.

  • Health: Be in good physical health. You will be required to complete a medical questionnaire.

  • Water Comfort: You should be comfortable in the water. No prior scuba experience is necessary!

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You'll learn the fundamentals of scuba diving, including:

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  • How to breathe and move around underwater with scuba gear.

  • Essential safety skills like clearing your mask and regulator.

  • Basic hand signals for underwater communication.

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Ready to take the plunge?

 

Book your Discover Scuba Diving experience today and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Become a Certified Scuba Diver: PADI Open Water Diver

Starting at $599 | 2-3 days

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Ready to explore a whole new world? Our PADI Open Water Diver course is your lifetime passport to the underwater realm. This is the world's most popular and widely recognized scuba diving certification, and your first step towards a life of adventure.

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What is the Open Water Diver Course?

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This course is a complete, entry-level certification program that will teach you the essential knowledge and skills to dive safely and confidently. Under the guidance of our expert PADI Instructors, you'll learn in a relaxed and supportive environment, ensuring you're comfortable and ready for your underwater adventures.

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What You'll Learn

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  • Knowledge Development: You'll learn the fundamental principles of scuba diving through a combination of online learning and classroom sessions.

  • Confined Water Dives: In a pool or a calm, shallow water environment, you'll practice essential scuba skills with your instructor.

  • Open Water Dives: This is where the real adventure begins! You'll apply your skills in four open water dives, exploring the incredible marine life our local dive sites have to offer.

 

Course Highlights

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  • Globally Recognized Certification: Your PADI Open Water Diver certification is your ticket to dive anywhere in the world.

  • Expert Instruction: Learn from our experienced and passionate PADI Instructors who are dedicated to your safety and enjoyment.

  • Become a Confident Diver: Gain the skills and knowledge to plan and execute your own dives with a buddy.

 

Prerequisites

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  • Minimum Age: 10 years or older.

  • Swimming Skills: You should have basic swimming skills and be comfortable in the water.

  • Health: You'll need to complete a medical questionnaire to ensure you're fit for diving.

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Your Adventure Awaits

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This is more than just a course; it's an investment in a lifetime of incredible experiences. You'll become an ambassador for the ocean, with the ability to explore vibrant coral reefs, encounter fascinating marine creatures, and connect with a global community of divers.

 

Ready to take the plunge? Book your PADI Open Water Diver course today and start your underwater journey!

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Take Your Diving to the Next Level: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver

Starting at $849 | 2-3 days

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Ready to expand your underwater horizons? The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is designed to build on your existing skills, increase your confidence, and unlock new types of diving adventures. If you're ready to explore more of the ocean, this course is your next step.

Why Go Advanced?

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This course isn't about advanced-level tests. It's about advancing your skills and experiences under the guidance of our expert PADI Instructors. You'll try new specialties, fine-tune your techniques, and discover new ways to enjoy diving, all while exploring the incredible waters around Kona.

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What You'll Do

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The Advanced Open Water Diver course is structured around five exciting Adventure Dives:

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  • Deep Dive: You'll learn the techniques and safety considerations for diving deeper (up to 100 feet/30 meters).

  • Underwater Navigation: Master your compass skills and learn to navigate like a pro using natural references.

  • Three Adventure Dives of Your Choice: Tailor the course to your interests! Choose from a variety of exciting options, such as:​

    • Night Diver

    • Peak Performance Buoyancy

    • Fish Identification

    • Underwater Naturalist

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Course Highlights

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  • Build Confidence: Become a more self-assured and capable diver.

  • Explore New Depths: Gain the certification to safely explore deeper dive sites.

  • Personalized Experience: Focus on the types of diving that excite you the most.

  • Continue Your Education: Each Adventure Dive can count as the first dive toward the corresponding PADI Specialty Diver certification.

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Prerequisites

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  • PADI Open Water Diver Certification (or equivalent from another training organization).

  • Minimum Age: 12 years old.

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Elevate Your Adventure

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This isn't just another certification card; it's an investment in your abilities and your passion for the underwater world. Gain the confidence and skills to take on new challenges and see what lies beyond the limits of your initial training.

 

Ready to explore more? Enroll in your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course today and unlock a new level of adventure!

Refresh Your Skills & Dive the Big Island with Confidence

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Has it been a while since your last dive? Whether it's been a year or a few, our PADI ReActivate™ Scuba Refresher program is the perfect way to brush up on your skills and get back into the water safely and confidently. The incredible volcanic landscapes and vibrant reefs of the Big Island are waiting for you!

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Who is this course for?

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This program is designed for any certified diver who wants to:

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  • Refresh their scuba knowledge and skills after a period of inactivity.

  • Regain confidence before a dive trip.

  • Update their certification card.

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How It Works: A Two-Step Refresher

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The ReActivate program is a quick and straightforward process designed to fit your schedule:

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1. Knowledge Review (Online): At your own pace, you'll work through the PADI ReActivate eLearning program. This engaging online tool will refresh your memory on crucial dive safety concepts and principles right from your computer or tablet

 

2. In-Water Skill Practice: You'll join one of our expert PADI Professionals for a session to practice your fundamental scuba skills. We'll get you comfortable with setting up gear, managing buoyancy, and performing safety procedures in a calm, supportive environment before you head out to explore our world-class dive sites.

Course Highlights

 

Personalized Pace: Move quickly through what you remember and get focused guidance on the areas where you need a refresher.

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  • Expert Guidance: Work with our experienced instructors who know the Big Island's dive sites inside and out.

  • Updated Certification: Upon completion, you'll receive a new PADI certification card with a "ReActivated Thru" date, showing dive operators worldwide that your skills are current.

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Prerequisites

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  • A PADI Scuba Diver certification (or equivalent from another training organization).

  • Minimum age: 10 years old.

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Get Ready to Explore Again

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Don't let rusty skills keep you from experiencing the magic of diving with manta rays, exploring lava tubes, and witnessing the incredible marine biodiversity of Hawaii. This course is your key to getting back to the adventure you love.

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Ready to jump back in? Book your PADI ReActivate course today and dive the Big Island with renewed confidence!

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Stay Down Longer: PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver

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Want to maximize your time underwater? The PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver course is the most popular PADI specialty, and for good reason. By learning to dive with enriched air, you can safely extend your no-decompression limits, meaning more time exploring the incredible reefs and marine life of Hawaii.

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What is Enriched Air (Nitrox)?

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Enriched air, also known as nitrox or EANx, is a breathing gas with a higher percentage of oxygen and a lower percentage of nitrogen than regular air. Breathing less nitrogen means you absorb less of it into your body, which allows you to enjoy longer bottom times and shorter surface intervals between dives.

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What You'll Learn

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This course teaches you everything you need to know to safely plan and execute dives with enriched air. The key topics include:

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  • Dive Planning: Learn how to manage oxygen exposure and plan for longer dives.

  • Equipment Considerations: Understand the specific equipment requirements for diving with nitrox.

  • Gas Analysis: You'll get hands-on practice analyzing the oxygen content in your scuba tank.

  • Dive Computer Settings: Learn how to set your dive computer for diving with enriched air nitrox.

 

Course Highlights

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  • Longer Dive Times: Safely extend your no-stop time, especially on repetitive dives.

  • Shorter Surface Intervals: Get back in the water sooner.

  • Increased Safety: Reduce the amount of nitrogen your body absorbs.

  • Globally Recognized: This is a must-have certification for any serious diver.

 

Prerequisites

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  • PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent).

  • Minimum age: 12 years old.

 

Get More Out of Every Dive

 

This certification is one of the best investments you can make in your diving education. It allows you to spend more time exploring the dive sites you love, making your underwater adventures even more rewarding.

 

Ready to extend your bottom time? Sign up for your PADI Enriched Air Diver course today!

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PADI Specialty Diver Certifications

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Once you’re a certified scuba diver, you’ll likely want to continue your education and learn special skills to enhance your diving experiences. Specialty certifications are a great way to expand your scuba knowledge.

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PADI Rescue Diver Certification

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Be prepared in case of emergencies and gain useful skills for how to assist other divers in need. Become a more confident diver, knowing you can handle a variety of situations that may arise.

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eLearning Courses

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Planning a future dive trip? Complete PADI eLearning ahead of time, and dive straight into the course when you arrive.

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