The DIN/ISO compliant & internationally recognized training entitles you to dive worldwide to a depth of 20m.
Note OWD winter program (October - April): In the cold winter months we offer the OWD winter program. You complete the indoor diver on days 1-3 of the OWD course and you complete day 4 in the spring. You can find more information below.
The OWD - Open Water Diver is your introduction to diving. In this course you will learn all the skills you need to carry out independent dives worldwide up to depths of 20m.
Duration of course: 4 appointments of 4 hours each
3 dates in the indoor diving center
1 date outdoor (diving lake)
Theoretical training: After registering, you will receive access to our e-learning. This makes it easy for you to prepare for the course. During the appointments in the indoor diving center, the practice questions are discussed, any questions are answered and the theory test is completed (30 MP questions).
Practical training: (7 dives) With a pool depth of 20m and a water temperature of 26°C, our indoor center offers the perfect environment for professional diving training. You complete the practical training on 4 dates:
Date 1: Indoor training 4 hours / 1 dive, theory discussion Date 2: Indoor training 4 hours / 2 dives Date 3: Indoor training 4 hours / 2 dives, theory test
Date 4: Open water training 4 hours / 2 dives
We carry out the final open water dives at Fühlinger See (Cologne). Plus €15 entry fee/day sea base (to be paid on site). The journey is on your own. You will receive further information regarding meeting point etc. after booking.
Including:
The Junior OWD entitles children and young people aged 10 to 14 to go on accompanied dives of up to 12m water depth. From the age of 15, the Junior OWD automatically becomes an “Adult OWD”.
To gain further experience or take your skills to a higher level, you can join the D4L Club or take part in specialty courses. If you would like advice or have questions about the course, please feel free to contact us at any time!
NOTE: OWD WINTER PROGRAM (October - April): During the cold winter months we offer the OWD winter program. You complete the indoor diver on days 1-3 of the OWD course and you complete day 4 in the spring or on vacation. The Indoor Diver entitles you to dive independently in our diving center (or other indoor diving centers) in winter. It is equivalent to the Open Water Diver, but is limited to indoor waters. After upgrading to Open Water Diver, you can also dive in open water worldwide. Price overview: Open Water Diver normal (summer): 489 euros Indoor Diver (winter): 429 euros / Upgrade to Open Water Diver in spring: 69 euros The indoor diver and that You can book the upgrade to Open Water Diver (open water) separately via our booking system.
Minimum age 15 years
(from 10 years only VIP Junior OWD) For health requirements see: Information sheet Medical Statement
Small student groups (2-6 people)
Homestudy Guide7 training divesIncluding complete rental equipment Numerous dates availableplus. €15 sea fee on the last day of the course
Individual care or two-person care
Homestudy Guide7 training divesIncluding complete rental equipment
Individual appointments plus €15 sea fee on the last day of the course
NOTE: The OWD courses take place according to the standards of the iac International Aquanautic Club and are recognized worldwide.
You can book our regular group courses (489 euros per person in summer / 429 euros in winter Indoor Diver) for up to 6 people directly online via our “Direct Booking”. You will receive confirmation via email within a few minutes.
For the VIP/individual courses (989 euros per person) you arrange an individual appointment with your personal course planner. Please fill out the course registration form (see below) and your course planner will contact you within 24 hours.
For groups of 3 or more people who do not suit our direct booking dates, you have the option of arranging an individual appointment with your personal course planner. Please fill out the course registration form (see below) and your course planner will contact you within 24 hours. Please note that additional course participants may need to be added to the agreed date (max. group size of 6 people). The course costs the normal group price: 489 euros per person or in winter 429 euros for the indoor diver.