what to expect on OW dive test?

[jd950]

Velocean:

Since it seems you are a bit anxious about this I would suggest you sort out where you would likely do your scuba class and then see if they offer a discover scuba program. If not, do it somewhere else.

It is an opportunity to go to the dive shop, get a little bit of very basic "training," get into dive gear and try it out in a pool in a very relaxed setting. If there is some particular skill or issue you are worried about, you can ask an instructor about it.

Many places will credit the cost of the discover session to the price of scuba classes if you take them with that shop.

Please don't be put off by some of what you may read hear on Scubaboard, there are all kinds of personalities around here, but that includes plenty of people who will be happy to answer questions.

Good luck.

 

[pastor paul]

started reading this thread today and truly enjoyed (most of) it. thank you for the encouragements and the insights. i esp. want my wife to read this thread since she is more reserved about it than i. i am looking forward to achieving my ow status.

 

[aquaregia]

I had a great time on my checkout dives. We went over the stuff we did in the pool, then saw some crabs and birds (crazy cormorants). Didn't feel at all stressful or examination-ie.

 

[k ellis]

started reading this thread today and truly enjoyed (most of) it. thank you for the encouragements and the insights. i esp. want my wife to read this thread since she is more reserved about it than i. i am looking forward to achieving my ow status.

We are looking for it too because once your certified we cant wait to hear about the adventures you have Good luck!

 

[jmasin]

The skin dive portion of training is optional. At least in the PADI program it is.

Though depending on the make up of the class, the instructor may require the skinny dip dive

 

[SkimFisher]

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