OLD VERSION OF Open Water Diver

Where Confidence Meets Curiosity

Open Water Diver Course

Your First Step Into The Blue

Scuba diver blowing a kiss underwater during a fun dive in Koh Tao, wearing colorful gear and a blue mask.

Scuba Diver Blowing a Kiss Underwater – Fun Dive in Koh Tao

Get Certified — Up to 18m

Get certified to dive anywhere in the world

Beautiful Dive Locations

Experience some of Koh Tao’s most stunning dive sites

Dive With SSI’s App

Connect a dive computer with the latest SSI tech — log dives, study, and learn like the future’s already here

Safety First

Master theory and practice at your pace — we’ve got your back

Multiple Languages

Courses available in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese — more languages upon request.

Get Comfortable in the Water

09:00 – Theory Session (Classroom)
Start your adventure with an easy and engaging introduction to diving. Learn the key knowledge that will support your underwater experience.

11:30 – Confined Water Practice + Dive 1 (Laem Thian)
Head to a calm, shallow bay for your first underwater practice. This session covers key skills like mask clearing, buoyancy control, and getting comfortable with your gear.
Timing may vary depending on each student’s comfort level.

15:00 – Dive 2 (Tanote Bay)
Enjoy your second dive of the day! Put your new skills into practice and start exploring the underwater world.

⚠️ Important:

Dive sites and times may change depending on weather, sea conditions, and group preferences.

Explore & Grow

09:00 – Theory Session (Classroom)
Continue your knowledge development — now with more confidence and curiosity.

12:00 – Dive 1 at Tanote Bay
One of Koh Tao’s most stunning bays. Swim among schools of fish and vibrant coral in a peaceful, scenic setting.

13:00 – Return to the shop for snacks and surface interval
Relax, rehydrate, and recharge before your next adventure.

14:00 – Dive 2 at Laem Thian
A hidden gem filled with swim-throughs and marine life. This site isn’t open to non-certified divers, which helps preserve its beauty — but once you’re certified, it’s a magical place you’ll want to come back to.

15:00 – End of Day 2 (approximately)

⚠️ Important:

Dive sites and times may change depending on weather, sea conditions, and group preferences.

Congratulations, You’re a Diver!

07:00 – Meet at Dive Center for Boat Departure
Head out early to make the most of the calm morning ocean.

07:30 – Two Open Water Dives
Dive sites will be selected on the day based on weather conditions and diver comfort. We always aim for the most beautiful and suitable sites to give you the best experience possible.

Around 12:00 – Return to Dive Center
Time to celebrate — you’re nearly certified!💙

⚠️ Important:

Dive sites and times may change depending on weather, sea conditions, and group preferences.

Prerequisites

Make sure you’re all set to start your underwater adventure!

Circular "Good Health" diving requirement badge showing a heart symbol with a check mark. Indicates that participants should be in general good health for scuba diving.

Important: Please make sure you don’t have any “Yes” answers on the second page of the medical form.
If you do, you’ll need a signed and stamped letter from a doctor confirming you are fit to dive.
🧾 Click the button above to download the medical form.