Get your Underwater Navigation Specialty with Under The Sea

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Scuba diving is a form of underwater diving where the diver uses a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba) to breathe underwater.

Yes. Basic swimming ability and comfort in the water are required for scuba diving certification courses. You do not need to be an advanced swimmer, but you should be comfortable floating, treading water, and swimming short distances independently.

Scuba diving is a very safe activity when proper training, equipment, and safety procedures are followed. Our courses are designed to help you build confidence, awareness, and safe diving habits from the very beginning.

Children as young as 10 years old can begin scuba training through junior certification programs. Minimum age requirements vary depending on the course level.

Yes. Many divers wear contact lenses while diving, and prescription dive masks are also available.

That’s completely normal, especially for new divers. We focus on creating a relaxed, supportive learning environment where you can learn at your own pace and build confidence step by step.

Most Open Water certification courses can be completed over a few days, depending on scheduling and individual pace. Flexible scheduling options are available.

Open Water Divers are certified to dive up to 60 feet (18 meters). Advanced Open Water Divers may dive up to 100 feet (30 meters).

Absolutely. We recommend a refresher or Reactivate session to help you regain comfort, review skills, and rebuild confidence before returning to diving.

Yes. Many divers wear contact lenses while diving, and prescription dive masks are also available.

The PADI Underwater Navigator Specialty focuses on improving your navigation skills through a series of training dives and practical exercises. You'll learn how to use a compass, navigate using natural references, estimate distance underwater, and return accurately to your starting point. The course is designed to build confidence and make every dive safer and more enjoyable.

No. You do not need an Advanced Open Water certification to enroll in the Underwater Navigation Specialty. You must be at least a PADI Adventure Diver (or hold a qualifying certification from another training organization) and be 15 years of age or older.

Course pricing typically includes eLearning, instructor training, pool sessions, ocean dives, and use of scuba equipment unless otherwise specified.

No. We provide all essential scuba equipment for training courses. Many divers eventually choose to purchase personal gear such as masks, fins, and wetsuits for comfort and fit.

eLearning length depends on the course. Most courses range from approximately 2–12 hours of self-paced online learning.