scuba diving
Scuba diving is the best way to enjoy the underwater world, and anyone over the age of 10 can dive underwater with supervision. Here we introduce the world's most famous PADI "C-Card" certification.
What is a "C Card"?
Have you ever wanted to dive into the ocean and see beautiful coral reefs and colorful fish with your own eyes?
The PADI-certified "C Card" makes this possible. Once you have this certification, you can rent various types of equipment from stores and enjoy scuba diving without an instructor (however, those under 15 years of age must be supervised by an adult with a C-card).
There are various types of C-cards, which require a minimum of four days of training. Most people get certified over the course of two weekends.
During the course, students first learn the basics of scuba diving through DVDs and manual books. Then, practical training is conducted in a pool (limited water area) or in the ocean (open water). The system is similar to that of a driving school, but it is much easier than obtaining a driver's license.
In the meantime, you could try the pool.
It is an outdoor sport that anyone can enjoy, but the cost is a bit of a problem. It costs a certain amount of money both for certification and for diving after certification. You may be able to persuade your parents, but it may also be a good idea to save up some pocket money in a systematic manner.
If you are afraid of the ocean, you can just enjoy the feeling of being in a swimming pool. Get a mask, fins, and snorkel and enjoy snorkeling (beware that some pools prohibit it). If that is not enough for you, and you want to enjoy the real underwater beauty, try "experience diving" at a dive store.
Examination Information
| What are the eligibility requirements? | Junior Open Water Diver with Supervisor is 10 years old and up. The minimum age for unsupervised divers is 15 years old. |
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| What are the dates of the course? | Each diving school has its own schedule. |
| What are the course fees? | Depends on the diving school. |
| What is the content of the workshop? | A Knowledge Development (approx. 6 hours) 5 sections B Confined Water Dive (approximately 12 hours) 5 sections C Open Water Dives (approximately 12 hours) Minimum of 4 dives over 2 days |
Contact Us
Paddy Asia Pacific Japan Inc.
Postal Code 150-0022
1-20-1 Ebisu-Minami, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
03-5721-1731 (Representative)
