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Open Water Course at the Gili Islands

Ever wondered what it is like to swim with the fish beneath the waves? Your underwater adventures start right here with us on Gili Air in Indonesia. Come and get all your diving certifications with us starting with your Open Water course.

The Open Water Course is the worlds most accepted and acknowledged scuba course. Millions have learned to scuba dive and most have continued to explore the mysteries and marvels of the aquatic paradise through this course.

How do i start an Open Water Course

To enroll in a the course (or Junior Open Water course), you must be a minimum of 10 years old. You need sufficient swimming skills and want to be in suitable physical health. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary.

Book your Open Water Course at Oceans 5 Gili Air. After booking, you will receive the course materials to study the theory at your own pace before arriving. The course itself typically spans 3-4 days, combining classroom sessions, pool training, and open water dives. Oceans 5 provides all necessary equipment, and their experienced instructors will guide you through each step. With small class sizes and a focus on safety, Oceans 5 Gili Air ensures a fun, stress-free introduction to scuba diving.

What will you learn during the Course?

The SSI Open Water Diver course at Oceans 5 Gili Air is the perfect way to begin your scuba diving journey, offering a structured program in three key stages.

The first stage, Knowledge Development, can be completed online, independently, or in a classroom setting, allowing you to learn the fundamental principles of scuba diving at your own pace. This ensures that you fully understand important concepts such as dive theory, safety procedures, and equipment use.

The second stage involves Confined Water Dives, typically held in a pool, where you will practice essential scuba skills like buoyancy control, regulator use, and mask clearing in a controlled, safe environment. These skills are crucial for building your confidence before venturing into open water.

Finally, the course concludes with Open Water Dives, where you will apply the skills youโ€™ve learned while exploring the vibrant underwater world around the Gili Islands. These dives provide an unforgettable experience as you discover the local marine life and get a taste of real-world diving.

If your schedule is limited, Oceans 5 also offers the SSI Scuba Diver course. This course is a great alternative, taking just two days to complete, compared to the 3.5 days required for the full Open Water Diver course. While shorter, the Scuba Diver course still covers essential skills and knowledge, allowing you to dive up to 12 meters under the supervision of a dive professional. Itโ€™s an ideal option for those looking for a quicker route to experiencing scuba diving around the Gili Islands!

SSI Open Water Course Gili Islands | SSI ITC Dive Resort Oceans 5 Gili Air
SSI Open Water Course Gili Islands | SSI ITC Dive Resort Oceans 5 Gili Air

What scuba gear will you use for our divers?

Our dive resort is an Aqualung Partner Center. This means all our gear is Aqualung!

All our gear is new  and with no expense spared on quality manufacturers. We use Aqualung Bouyancy Control Devices (BCD), Apeks regulaters and the very best masks and fins to make you feel safe and sound during your dives here with us.

The next step after your Course is the Advanced Open Water Course It doesn’t take a lot of time to complete this course; only 2-3 days! And you will have 5 more beautiful dives around the Gili Islands in Indonesia.

Our Scuba Diving Instructors

Our dive instructors are all experienced Instructors trained at our dive resort by our instructor trainers. They are multilingual and are covering the following languages: English, Dutch, French, Spanish and Indonesian. Not only do we instructors who are speaking these languages but we have also all the training materials in these languages.

After your Dive Certification

After you are certified as an Open Water Diver you can explore the underwater world with a dive buddy to a depth of 18 meters. The Gili Islands are a perfect place where you can spot Turtles, Clownfish, Sharks, Moorish Idols and more beautiful marine life. The diving is easy and all dives are drift dives. It is a place where open water divers can get more experience before they can head off to Komodo or Lembongan. You will dive in small group, like during your diving course, with an experienced local guide. Our guides have more than 1000 dives each around Gili Air. Better guides are hard to get!

Oceans 5 Gili Air is a prestigious SSI Instructor Training Center, the highest recognition awarded to SSI dive shops. As an SSI Instructor Training on Gili Air, Oceans 5 stands out for its commitment to professional diver education and development. The dive center offers a full range of courses, from beginner to instructor levels, with a focus on producing highly qualified and environmentally conscious dive professionals. Their in-house SSI Instructor Trainers and experienced staff ensure top-quality training through personalized instruction, small class sizes, and state-of-the-art facilities. Oceans 5 Gili Air is dedicated to shaping the next generation of diving leaders

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Frequently Asked Questions โ€“ SSI Open Water Diver Course at Oceans 5 Gili Air

1. Do I need any previous diving experience to join the Open Water Course?

No. The SSI Open Water Diver course is designed for complete beginners. You don’t need any previous diving experience or certification. Your instructor will teach you everything from assembling your equipment to safely exploring the underwater world.

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2. How long does the Open Water Course take?

At Oceans 5 Gili Air, the SSI Open Water Diver course normally takes three days. The course includes online learning, confined water training in our two large swimming pools, and four open water dives around the beautiful Gili Islands. If you prefer a slower pace, the course can also be spread over four days.

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3. What is the minimum age to become a certified diver?

Children can start the SSI Open Water Diver course from 10 years old. Divers aged 10 and 11 receive a Junior Open Water certification with a maximum depth of 12 metres. From the age of 12, junior divers may dive to 18 metres with a certified adult, following SSI standards.

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4. What marine life will I see during my Open Water Course?

The Gili Islands are famous for their abundant marine life. During your training dives, there’s an excellent chance of seeing Green and Hawksbill turtles, colourful reef fish, healthy coral reefs, moray eels, octopus, and sometimes juvenile white-tip reef sharks. Every dive is different, making each underwater adventure unique.

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5. Is the Open Water certification recognised worldwide?

Yes. The SSI Open Water Diver certification is internationally recognised and allows you to dive to a maximum depth of 18 metres with a buddy. Your certification is accepted by dive centres around the world, so you can continue your diving adventures wherever you travel.

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6. Why is Gili Air a great place to learn to dive?

Gili Air offers ideal conditions for new divers. Most dive sites feature gentle slopes, warm tropical water, excellent visibility, and generally mild currents. Combined with the area’s incredible turtle population and diverse marine life, it provides one of the best environments in Indonesia to gain confidence underwater.

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7. Why should I choose Oceans 5 Gili Air for my Open Water Course?

At Oceans 5, we focus on small groups and personalised instruction. We teach a maximum of four students per instructor, allowing plenty of individual attention. With two spacious training pools, experienced SSI instructors, modern equipment, and over 16 years of teaching experience on Gili Air, we provide a relaxed and professional learning environment.

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8. What should I bring for my Open Water Course?

You only need to bring your swimwear, towel, sunscreen, reusable water bottle, and plenty of enthusiasm. We provide all scuba diving equipment, training materials, tanks, weights, and air fills. If you wear prescription glasses, let us knowโ€”we can often provide prescription masks to make your dives even more enjoyable.

 

Open Water Course pricing

  • Duration: 3 days

  • Dives: 4

  • Price: IDR 7.000.000

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