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Start Scuba Training | Open Water Scuba Diver Course
Ready to breathe underwater and explore a new world? Start your Open Water Scuba Diver Course with New England Dive and earn your internationally recognized scuba certification.
Our beginner-friendly program is designed to take you from zero experience to confident certified diver through professional instruction, pool training, and open water dives.
What Is the Open Water Scuba Diver Course?
The Open Water certification is the world’s most popular scuba training program. It teaches you the knowledge, skills, and safety procedures needed to dive independently with a buddy anywhere in the world.
Once certified, you'll be qualified to:
- Dive up to 60 feet
- Rent scuba equipment worldwide
- Join guided dive trips
- Continue advanced scuba training
Your certification never expires.
Why Train With New England Dive?
Choosing the right dive center matters. At New England Dive, we provide:
- Small class sizes
- Experienced professional instructors
- Heated pool training sessions
- Local open water dives in Connecticut and Rhode Island
- Ongoing support after certification
We are committed to safety, confidence, and making your first scuba experience exciting and stress-free.
How the Certification Process Works: 3-EASY STEPS
Step 1️⃣: E-Learning
Complete academic training through online learning at your own pace at home
Step 2️⃣: Confined Water (Pool) Training
Practice scuba skills in a controlled pool environment.
Step 3️⃣: Open Water (Ocean, Lake, or Quarry) Dives
Complete your certification dives in open water under instructor supervision.
Who Can Start Scuba Training?
- Ages 10 and up
- Strong swimming ability
- Good general health
- No prior experience required
If you're unsure whether scuba diving is right for you, visit our Discover Scuba Diving Experience page to try it first.
Continue Your Diving Adventure
After certification, many divers continue with:
- Advanced Open Water Certification
- Rescue Diver Training
- Specialty Scuba Courses
- Our exciting Group Scuba Vacations
Scuba diving opens the door to travel, adventure, and lifelong friendships.
What Gear Will You Need?
We provide major training equipment during your course. Students are eligible for special discounts that can be applied to the required personal gear and any additional equipment purchased:
- Mask, fins & snorkel
- Fins
- Exposure protection
- Dive computer
Browse our professional-grade Scuba Equipment Collection to prepare for your certification.
Start Today
There’s no better time to begin your scuba journey. Classes fill quickly — especially before summer and travel seasons.
Sign up for the 3-EASY steps to complete your Open Water Scuba Certification here.
Enroll today and take the first step toward earning your Open Water Scuba Diver certification with New England Dive.
Dive local. Dive global. Start here.
