Scuba Diving FAQ’s
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What Are the Physical Requirements for Scuba Diving?
A fun and relaxing activity, scuba diving requires a minimum health and fitness level. Before getting in the water, students must complete a medical questionnaire. Students may need to get a doctor’s clearance if any potential medical issues exist.
Do I need to be a Strong Swimmer to learn to Scuba Dive?
No, you do not need to be a strong swimmer. It is more important to be comfortable and competent in the water. The Open Water course has built-in tests to make sure you can handle yourself underwater and stay safe. Our PADI Instructors will assess your skills.
For the Open Water Certification Course, our PADI Instructors will assess the following by having you:
- Float and tread water for 10 minutes
- A 200 meter/yard continuous surface swim without aids or a 300 yard/meter swim with mask, snorkel, and fins. There is no time limit, and you can use any swimming stroke you want
Is there an age requirement for scuba diving? Am I too old or too young?
The minimum age is ten years old (in most areas). Student divers younger than 15 earn the PADI Junior Open Water Diver certification, which they may upgrade to PADI Open Water Diver certification upon reaching 15. Children under 13 require parent or guardian permission to register for PADI eLearning.
Are No Scuba Age Restrictions for Adult Divers?
No, it’s never too late to learn how to scuba dive; however, you should be in good health and have a reasonable level of fitness. After completing a brief scuba medical questionnaire, you may need to get a doctor’s clearance if any potential medical issues exist. You can find more information in “Is it too late to learn how to scuba dive?”.
Can I get certified with my family or friends?
Definitely! Not only will you have a dive buddy from the start, but having a friend or family member working toward a scuba diving certification with you at the same time can make the experience even better.