PADI REFRESHER COURSE SYDNEY
One Day. All Your Dive Skills Back.
Refresh your scuba skills with a PADI Pro, add an optional ocean dive, and complete PADI eLearning at your pace. Open to certified divers from any agency, you only need to be a certified diver, not specifically a PADI Open Water Diver. Let us restore your confidence and make you ready for the underwater world.
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PADI Refresher Course – PADI Reactivate (Sydney)
Get dive-ready in one day. Refresh core scuba diving skills with a PADI Dive Professional in the pool, add an optional ocean dive, and earn your ReActivated™ e-card. Open to certified divers from any agency.
Quick Facts
1 Day duration
Pool training with a PADI Pro
Optional ocean dive
PADI eLearning is purchased separately
Any agency certification
Minimum age 12+
Gear included (gloves excluded)
Earn the ReActivated™ e-card
Private upgrade +$200 (pick your date)
What’s Included
- Confined water session with a PADI Professional to refresh buoyancy, mask clearing, emergency skills and more.
- Optional ocean dive to put dive skills into practice and rebuild in-water confidence.
- All essential scuba gear supplied (gloves not included) plus a free equipment consultation with our instructors.
- PADI ReActivated™ e-card upon completion of the in-water session and PADI eLearning.
Note: The $199 in-store program excludes PADI ReActivate eLearning, which is purchased directly from PADI.
How the Day Runs
- Check-in & briefing at Abyss Scuba Diving (Ramsgate).
- Pool skills refresh, covering core dive skills at your pace.
- Optional ocean dive (upgrade) at a local Sydney dive site with your dive instructor.
What You’ll Refresh
Who Can Join?
- Certified diver from any agency (PADI, SSI, NAUI, RAID, etc.).
- Age 12+.
- Perfect if you’ve had a long surface interval, have a trip coming up, or want a confidence boost before advancing.
What to Bring
- Swimwear, towel, and any personal gear you love to use.
- Proof of certification (e-card or physical).
- Completed medical questionnaire; doctor’s clearance if required.
Want a specific date? Call us on 02 9583 9662 and we’ll arrange a private ReActivate (+$200 premium) around your specific needs and schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a scuba refresher course?
A refresher recourse (PADI ReActivate) is a short program designed to refresh your scuba diving knowledge and in-water skills after time away from scuba diving. It helps you rebuild confidence, review safety procedures and get dive-ready before your next adventure.
When should you do a scuba refresher?
If it’s been six months or more since your last dive, or you feel unsure about your dive skills, a refresher is recommended. Many dive operators require proof of recent experience or a refresher before allowing certified divers to join guided dives.
What is the difference between a PADI Refresher and ReActivate?
“ReActivate” is PADI’s official refresher program. It combines online eLearning with a confined-water skills session led by a PADI Professional. A traditional refresher may cover similar skills, but doesn’t issue the ReActivated™ certification card recognised worldwide.
How long does a PADI ReActivate course take?
The in-water portion takes about half a day, with an optional ocean dive and self-paced eLearning completed beforehand. Most divers can complete everything in a single day at Abyss Scuba Diving.
Do I have to do PADI ReActivate?
ReActivate isn’t mandatory, but it’s strongly recommended if you haven’t dived recently. It ensures you can dive safely, keeps your skills current, and gives you a refreshed e-card date that reassures dive operators you’re ready to go.
What do you do on a PADI ReActivate?
You’ll review dive planning, equipment setup, buoyancy control, mask and regulator skills, and emergency procedures in a pool environment. You can also add an optional ocean dive to apply your refreshed skills in real conditions.
Is PADI ReActivate worth it?
Absolutely. Most divers find ReActivate boosts their confidence, reduces stress before travel or liveaboards, and helps them get more enjoyment out of every dive. It’s a quick, affordable way to dive safely and confidently again.
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