Open Water Diver Course

What you’ll learn in our private course

PADI OPEN WATER DIVER COURSE PRIVATE INSTRUCTION

The PADI Open Water Diver Course is the first level of scuba diving certification and is designed for beginners with little or no previous diving experience. Once certified, you’ll be able to dive anywhere in the world, to a maximum depth of 60 feet / 18 meters, with a certified buddy.

At Breathe Out Baja, this Open Water certification in Cabo San Lucas is taught as a private course, following a calm and progressive learning approach focused on comfort, confidence, and real skill development. The course is completed over three half-days, combining PADI eLearning, confined water training, and open water dives in the ocean.

Already started your Open Water course elsewhere? Learn more about the Referral option here.

Price & Details

Diver during a private PADI Open Water Diver Course in Cabo San Lucas

1.

Online theory

Before arrival

2.

3 half days

Complete certification

3.

In-water training

4 open water dives

4.

PADI certified

Valid worldwide

HOW LONG DOES THE COURSE TAKE?

The PADI Open Water course is typically completed in three half-days. To make the most of your time in Cabo San Lucas, the theory portion is completed online before arrival through PADI eLearning, allowing you to focus fully on in-water training once you’re here.

Below, you can see how the course is organized day by day, from pool training to open water dives in the ocean.

COURSE SCHEDULE DAY BY DAY

Day 1

Confined water training in a swimming pool, where you’ll become familiar with scuba equipment and practice essential skills in a calm, controlled environment. This session focuses on building underwater comfort, proper breathing, and buoyancy control while mastering basic techniques, helping you gain confidence before moving into open water dives.

Day 2

Two open water dives from the boat in the Cabo Marine Park. During these dives, you’ll apply the skills learned in the pool while experiencing real ocean conditions. Your instructor will be by your side at all times, helping you build confidence, improve buoyancy, and become comfortable diving in an open water environment.

Day 3

Two additional open water dives at beginner-friendly sites, focused on refining your skills and gaining confidence underwater. You’ll practice essential techniques, enjoy longer dive times, and explore more of the marine environment. Upon completion, you’ll receive your PADI Open Water Diver certification, valid worldwide.

WHAT YOU´LL LEARN

During your private PADI Open Water Diver course, you’ll learn the essential skills to dive safely and confidently in open water, with a calm and progressive learning approach.

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:

Use scuba equipment correctly
Breathe comfortably underwater and control your buoyancy
Communicate using standard hand signals
Plan and enjoy dives with a certified buddy

Designed to help you feel relaxed and confident underwater, so you can truly enjoy your first diving experiences.

Student diver training on a coral reef during a private Open Water Diver Course in Cabo San Lucas

OPEN WATER REFERRAL OPTION

If you’ve already completed the theory and confined water training with another dive center, you may qualify for our Open Water Referral option.

This program allows you to complete your open water dives with us in Cabo San Lucas, under the supervision of our experienced PADI-certified instructors, while following all official PADI training standards. It’s a flexible option for divers who started their certification elsewhere and would like to finish their course in the ocean environments of Baja California Sur.

Referral Option Details

Tropical fish swimming over a coral reef in Cabo San Lucas

WHY TRAIN WITH US

At Breathe Out Baja, we believe learning to dive should feel calm, safe, and enjoyable. That’s why our courses are offered as private experiences, with personalized instruction tailored to each student. This allows you to learn at your own pace while building real confidence underwater. Our approach prioritizes quality over quantity, guided by experienced PADI-certified instructors who value ethical diving practices, ocean respect, and meaningful underwater experiences.

Personalized Training

Instruction adapted to your pace and learning style—never rushed and always supportive.

Private Diving Course

One-on-one instruction with full attention, clear guidance, and focus entirely on you.

Confidence First

A calm, progressive approach focused on building real confidence underwater.

Ethical & Safe Diving

Led by experienced PADI instructors who prioritize safety and ocean respect.