Q: Is there any age requirement to take scuba lessons?
A: Minimum 8 years old, you can take Bubblemaker Program.
For students minimum 10 years till up to 15 years, who successfully complete the course qualify for the PADI Junior Open Water Diver certification, which they may upgrade to PADI Open Water Diver certification upon reaching 15.
You must be at least 13 years old to take scuba lessons online with PADI eLearning, due to international internet laws. If you’re younger, you can still learn to dive – just have your parent or legal guardian contact us.
Q: If I cannot swim, can I take scuba lessons?
A: Yes you can, as long as you feel comfortable with water. However, before completing the PADI Open Water Diver course, your instructor will have you demonstrate basic water skill comfort by having you: swim 200 meters/yards (or 300 meters/yards in mask, fins and snorkel). There is no time limit for this, and you may use any swimming strokes you want.
Q: Is there any physical limitation to take scuba lessons?
A: About Physical Challenges: There are many adaptive techniques that allow individuals with physical challenges to meet these requirements. Individuals with paraplegia, amputations and other challenges commonly earn the PADI Open Water Diver certification. Even individuals with more significant physical challenges participate in diving. Talk to our PADI Instructors for more information.
Q: Does a history of ear troubles, diabetes, asthma, allergies or smoking preclude someone from diving?
A: Not necessarily. Any condition that affects the ears, sinuses, respiratory function or heart function or may alter consciousness is a concern, but only a physician can assess a person’s individual risk. Download the Medical Statement to take to your physician.
Q: I want accommodation with my PADI Course or Dive Trips, can you help?
A: Yes. We are able to put together packages for you that include everything you need in Bali from the time your arrive on Bali to the time you leave. You can see the package here. We can even help you to book your flight ticket, and a land tour in Bali. Let us know for any other things you need.
Q: What are the most common injuries or sicknesses associated with diving?
A: Sun burn and seasickness, both of which are preventable with over the counter preventatives. The most common injuries caused by marine life are scrapes and stings, most of which can be avoided by wearing an exposure suit, staying off the bottom and watching where you put your hands and feet.
Q: What about sharks?
A: When you’re lucky, you get to see a shark. Although incidents with sharks occur, they are very, very rare and with respect to diving, primarily involve spear fishing or feeding sharks, both of which trigger feeding behavior. Most of the time, if you see a shark it’s passing through and a relatively rare sight to enjoy.
Q: Do women have any special concerns regarding diving?
A: Aside from pregnancy, no. Because physiologists know little about the effects of diving on the fetus, the recommendation is that women avoid diving while pregnant or trying to become pregnant. Menstruation is not normally a concern.
Q: How deep do you go?
A: With the necessary training and experience, the limit for recreational scuba diving is 40 meters/130 feet. During the PADI Open Water Diver course scuba divers stay shallower than about 18 meters/60 feet. Although these are the limits, some of the most popular diving is no deeper than 12 meters/40 feet where the water’s warmer and the colors are brighter.
Q: What happens if I cannot finish the course in time?
A: We have a couple of options here. If for example you are unable to finish the course because of ill health or just not having enough time then we can provide you with a referral form. This form will allow you to go to another PADI Instructor who will complete the rest of your training. You will not have to do it all again, just the components that you have missed. Of course, if you have more time in Bali then we will use an extra day or so to get you finished.