If you're short on time but keen to get certified, this is the perfect entry-level option. The PADI Scuba Diver course is a condensed version of the full Open Water Diver course, giving you foundational skills and an internationally recognised qualification to dive under supervision.
The PADI Scuba Diver course is split into three main sections. The theory portion covers key concepts of scuba diving through either online study or classroom learning. You'll complete the first three chapters of the Open Water Diver curriculum, focusing on safety, pressure, buoyancy, and dive planning.
Next, you'll complete confined water dives in a pool or a calm, protected section of the sea. Here, you’ll practise essential scuba skills such as clearing your mask, regulator recovery, underwater communication, and equipment handling. These sessions are designed to build confidence and prepare you for the open water environment.
To complete the course, you’ll take part in two open water dives under instructor supervision. These are conducted in safe, scenic areas where you’ll apply what you’ve learned and explore while demonstrating the required skills. Once finished, you’ll be certified to dive to 12 metres alongside a PADI professional, and you’ll be eligible to upgrade to full Open Water Diver status at a later date.
The course takes place in Cala Barca urbanisation, Sa Barca Trencada, a quiet stretch of coastline in southeast Mallorca. This spot offers excellent conditions for beginner divers, with access to both calm, confined water spaces and open sea.
Mallorca is part of Spain’s Balearic Islands, situated in the western Mediterranean. It's a well-regarded diving destination due to its crystal-clear waters, mild temperatures, and abundance of marine life, making it an ideal setting for both training and enjoyment.
You must be at least 10 years old to enrol. No previous diving experience is necessary, but participants must be able to swim and be in good overall health.
For those under 18, written consent from a parent or guardian is required. All participants should be prepared to complete a basic medical questionnaire to ensure they’re fit for diving.
Our instructors are fully certified by PADI and have extensive experience training new divers, ensuring your learning process is safe, structured, and enjoyable. Whether you choose online or in-person theory, you'll be supported every step of the way.
This course gives you a real taste of scuba diving while keeping time commitments manageable. You’ll leave with the skills and certification to dive under supervision anywhere in the world, and a clear path forward to become a fully certified Open Water Diver.
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