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    • Advanced Open Water
    • Rescue Diver
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    • PADI AWARE
    • AWARE
    • BOAT DIVER
    • CORAL REEF CONSERVATION
    • DEEP DIVER
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  • Monterey
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A beautiful way to enjoy your life

At Pacific Ocean Divers, we are proud to offer over 25 years of experience teaching people to explore the underwater realm of the ocean. We cater to all levels of experience and needs, ranging from the beginning diver to the professional.

Our instructors are some of the industries best

Scuba Diving Certification

Open Water Scuba Diver Referral

Open Water Scuba Diver Referral

Open Water Scuba Diver Referral

PADI Open Water Referral

Beginner - 3 days

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Academics and Pool

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Open Water Scuba Diver Referral

Don't want to dive in Monterey? Leaving for a trip and want to complete your academic/pool training here and then complete your dives on vacation? 


You can complete your dives at any PADI dive shop (Worldwide) after you complete the Open Water Referral.

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Open Water Scuba Diver

Open Water Scuba Diver Referral

Open Water Scuba Diver Referral

PADI Open Water Diver

Beginner - 5 days

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Academics, Pool and Ocean

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This class starts ones journey into the underwater world and is the beginning level certification.


The class consists of academics and equipment assembly, pool, and four open water dives to become certified as a PADI Open Water Diver.

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Open Water Referral

Beginner - Open Water Referral - Academics & Pool - 3 days

PADI Open Water Referral Certification: Standard Class Format

You can complete your dives at any PADI dive shop (Worldwide) after you complete the Open Water Referral. A PADI referral also allows you to support your local dive shop and avoid having to study during your vacation. You’ll complete all the classroom theory in advance, so while you are on holiday you can focus on the fun part of getting underwater and exploring everything to be found beneath the water’s surface! 

Simply put, instead of spending 4 to 5 days of your holiday studying and practicing scuba skills in a pool, you’ll arrive with most of your PADI Open Water Diver course already complete. It’s a win-win and it couldn’t be easier!

So, let’s get into the details of exactly how a PADI referral works.


Don't want to dive in Monterey? Leaving for a trip and want to complete your academic/pool training here and then complete your dives on vacation? You can complete your dives at any PADI dive shop (Worldwide) after you complete the Open Water Referral.


Schedule: 

  • Friday 5:45pm - 9:00pm (Academic work at the shop)
  • Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm (Pool in Walnut Creek)
  • Sunday 6:45am - 12:00pm (Pool in Walnut Creek)


Price - Standard Class Format:

  • 14 + years old - $700
  • 10 - 13 years old - $775

Price - Custom Format: If the scheduled classroom and pool dates do not work with your schedule, you can sign up for a custom course that allows you to schedule the classroom and pool dates at your convenience.

  • 14 + years old - $825
  • 10 - 13 years old - $900


Open Water Course Referral Requirements:

  • Academic: Complete online coursework prior to first day of class (Approximately 8 - 10 hours)
  • Pool Training: 24 Skills
  • Swim Test: 200 Yard Swim and a 10 Minute Tread/Float
  • Age Requirements: Min age: 10 years old, Age 10-13 required to book custom course + $300
  • Equipment: All equipment is provided for the course


2025 Open Water Schedule

January 10, 11, 12 * February 7, 8, 9 * March 7, 8, 9 * April 4, 5, 6 * May 2, 3, 4 * June 6, 7, 8 * July 11, 12, 13 * August 1, 2, 3 * September 12, 13, 14 * October 10, 11, 12 * November 7, 8, 9 * December 5, 6, 7

Independent Study - PADI eLearning®

Prepare for your Open Water Referral Course  with PADI  eLearning™.  Learn about scuba diving principles and terminology whenever, wherever it's convenient for you.Use your computer or mobile device to learn diving safety fundamentals before you get in the water.

Connect with your instructor whenever you have a question.

  • eLearning time commitment: 8 - 10 hours

Classroom - With Your Instructor

A PADI Professional will fit you with scuba gear and explain how to assemble, disassemble and all you need to know on how to safely use it. 

  • Classroom time commitment: 4 hours


At The Pool - With Your Instructor

In a pool or calm water environment. You’ll practice basic diving skills followed by free time to play underwater. Pacific Ocean Sports  provides all equipment needed  for the course

  • Pool time commitment: 2 days

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Open Water Scuba Diver

Beginner - Open Water - Academics, Pool & Ocean - 5 days

PADI Open Water Certification

The Open Water Certification starts ones journey into the underwater world and is the beginning level certification. This class consists of online academics, equipment assembly, pool skills, and four open water dives to become certified as a PADI Open Water Diver. By the end of this course you will be certified to dive to 60 ft (40 ft for Junior Padi Open Water divers)

We offer a few different course formats and date structures depending on your scheduling needs.

Each student will be required to complete the online course work (8 - 10 hours) prior to the first day of class. 

Schedule: Weekend Course

  • Friday 5:45pm - 9:00pm (At Pacific Ocean Sports)
  • Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm (Pool in Walnut Creek)
  • Sunday 6:45am - 12:00pm (Pool in Walnut Creek)

     Following Weekend

  • Saturday in Monterey or Tahoe (7:00am -2:00pm)
  • Sunday in Monterey or Tahoe (7:00am - 12:00pm)


Price - Standard Class Format:

  • 14 + years old - $800
  • 10 - 13 years old - $1100 (Increased cost due to additional Instructor required)


Price - Semi-Custom Format: If the scheduled classroom and pool dates do not work with your schedule, you can sign up for a semi-custom course that allows you to schedule the classroom and pool dates at your convenience. You would still have to sign up for a scheduled ocean weekend to complete the ocean dives. 

  • 14 + years old - $975
  • 10 - 13 years old - $1275 (Increased cost due to additional Instructor required)


Price - Custom Format: If our schedule does not work with your schedule, you can sign up for a custom Monterey, Aquatic Park or Lake Berryessa course that allows you to schedule all sessions at the mutually agree upon times with your instructor.

  • 10 + years old - $1350


Course Requirements:

  • Online Coursework: Completed prior to the start of your course.
  • Pool Training: 24 Skills
  • Swim Test: 200 Yard Swim and a 10 Min Tread/Float
  • Four (4) Open Water Dives with a Maximum Depth: Dives 1/2: Up to 40 feet. Dives 3/4: Up to 60 feet. 
  • Age Requirements: Min age: 10 years old.
  • Equipment: All equipment is provided for the course


2025 Open Water Schedule

January 10, 11, 12 January 18 & 19 * February 7, 8, 9 February 15 & 16 * March 7, 8, 9 March 15 & 16 * April 4, 5, 6 April 12 & 13 * May 2, 3, 4  May 10 & 11 * June 6, 7, 8 June 14 & 15 (Lake Tahoe) * July 11, 12, 13 July 19 & 20 (Lake Tahoe) * August 1, 2, 3 August 9 & 10 (Lake Tahoe) * September 12, 13, 14 September 20 & 21 * October 10, 11, 12 October 18 & 19 * November 7, 8, 9, November 15 & 16 * December 5, 6, 7 December 13 & 14

Independent Study - PADI eLearning®

Prepare for your Open Water Referral Course  with PADI  eLearning™.  Learn about scuba diving principles and terminology whenever, wherever it's convenient for you.Use your computer or mobile device to learn diving safety fundamentals before you get in the water.

Connect with your instructor whenever you have a question.

  • eLearning time commitment: 8 - 10 hours


Classroom - With Your Instructor

A PADI Professional will fit you with scuba gear and explain how to assemble, disassemble and all you need to know on how to safely use it. 

  • Classroom time commitment: 4 hours


At The Pool - With Your Instructor

In a pool or calm water environment. You’ll practice basic diving skills followed by free time to play underwater. Pacific Ocean Sports  provides all equipment needed  for the course

  • Pool time commitment: 2 days


Open Water Dives

This is the best part – it’s what you’ve been waiting for! The open water section of the course includes four dives in open (unrestricted) water with your instructor. This could be an ocean or even a lake or quarry.


PADI Open Water Diver is the first level of scuba certification that allows you to dive independently. You will need to dive with a buddy but without an Instructor or other diving professional. A PADI Instructor will teach you to scuba dive in a relaxed, supportive learning environment. 

By the end of the Open Water Diver course, you’ll have the knowledge and skills required to dive locally or abroad. Wherever you decide to begin your underwater journey, you’ll be prepared.

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