PADI Advanced Open Water Course – Explore Sydney’s Premier Dive Sites

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PADI Advanced Open Water Course – Sydney, Australia

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Dive to 30m

Navigation Skills

Shark Encounters

Globally Recognised

Master deep diving, underwater navigation, and specialty skills to access Australia’s most spectacular marine environments.

Ready to Break Through Your 18-Meter Depth Limit?

As a certified open water diver, you’ve discovered the underwater world’s beauty, but you’re restricted to shallow reef dives while experienced divers explore dramatic deep walls, historic wrecks, and encounter grey nurse sharks at Sydney’s legendary dive sites. The PADI Advanced Open Water Course eliminates these limitations and builds the confidence and skills you need to safely explore deeper waters. No lengthy classroom sessions or stressful written exams – just five adventure dives that transform your diving experience.

Why Choose Advanced Open Water Certification?

Advance from basic to confident explorer with skills that unlock Sydney’s best diving:

Dive to 30 Meters Deep – Access iconic sites like Magic Point, Bare Island’s deeper sections, and historic shipwrecks
Master Underwater Navigation – Use compass techniques and natural navigation to explore confidently with your dive buddy
Experience Boat Dives – Explore Sydney’s vibrant marine life and iconic underwater landscapes during guided boat dives
Master Essential Specialty Skills – Focused training in deep diving, underwater navigation, buoyancy control, and underwater naturalist skills tailored for Sydney’s dive environment

Build Technical Diving Foundation – Each adventure dive counts toward full PADI specialty certifications

With Advanced Open Water certification, you join the ranks of certified divers who can safely explore Australia’s premier dive sites without depth restrictions.

How the Course Works

Complete your advanced certification through five structured adventure dives designed for real-world application:

Step 1: Complete eLearning Preparation Study interactive content covering deep diving theory, navigation principles, and specialty dive safety. Learn at your own pace before arriving at our dive centre.

Step 2: Deep Dive and Navigation Training Master essential skills during two mandatory dives – deep diving to 30 meters and underwater navigation using compass and natural techniques. Your PADI instructor guides you through each skill safely.

Step 3: Complete Three Curated Specialty Adventure Dives Experience a carefully selected set of dives tailored to Sydney’s unique diving environment: boat dives, peak performance buoyancy, underwater naturalist skills, and more. These dives are designed to build well-rounded skills for local conditions and count toward full specialty certifications.

What Makes Abyss Scuba Diving Different?

Sydney’s premier dive shop offers advantages you won’t find elsewhere:

Local Expertise – Our PADI-certified instructors know Sydney’s dive sites intimately, regularly conducting dives at Bare Island and Magic Point. While dive sites can vary depending on daily conditions, we always strive to select the best available locations to ensure an exceptional diving experience.
Small Groups, Personal Attention – Classes of up to 8 students focus on developing essential skills to safely dive with a buddy, balancing personalised instruction with collaborative learning

Nitrox Bundle Savings – Add Enriched Air certification to your advanced course and save $100 while extending your bottom time

Student Success Stories

Real divers share their Abyss Scuba Diving advanced course experience:

Course Options & Investment

Choose the package that matches your diving goals and schedule:

Standard Advanced Course – Five adventure dives over 2-3 days with gear rental included
Advanced + Nitrox Bundle – Add Enriched Air certification and save $100 on combined booking Complete Diver Package – Advanced course plus personal scuba gear recommendations from our knowledgeable staff

Most popular: Advanced + Nitrox bundle for serious divers planning boat dives and travel diving.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many logged dives do I need beyond my Open Water certification? Just your PADI Open Water Diver certification and minimum age of 12. No additional logged dives required, though some diving experience helps build confidence.

Can I complete the course if I don’t own scuba gear? Absolutely! We provide all the equipment needed including BCD, regulator, wetsuit, and specialty items like underwater compass. Many students use gear rental to try equipment before purchasing.

What dive sites will we use for the adventure dives? Depending on conditions, we utilise Sydney’s best locations, including Shelly Beach for navigation training, Bare Island for the shallower dives, and Magic Point for the deep dive and boat modules, giving the added benefit of diving with grey nurse sharks. Various other sites are used for your chosen specialty dives.

Is the Advanced course harder than Open Water? Most students find it easier and more fun! There’s no written exam, and you’re building on skills you already have rather than learning everything from scratch.

What specialties can I choose for my three adventure dives? At Abyss, our instructors have carefully selected the modules to best suit the Sydney diving environment, ensuring that divers graduating from the course are exceptionally well-trained for local conditions.

Why should I add Nitrox certification to my Advanced course? Enriched Air Nitrox extends your bottom time and reduces surface intervals between dives – essential for boat dives and multiple-dive days. Our bundle saves you money compared to taking courses separately.