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Open Water Diver Scuba Certification

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It’s Time To Get Scuba Certified!

Ready to explore a whole new world? At Diventures, we don’t just hand out certifications—we create safe, confident, and capable divers through expert instruction and a focus on your comfort in the water.

We offer training through both SSI and PADI, with flexible class options:

  • Weekday evenings, weekends, or private sessions
  • Proven training methods that build skills through repetition and real-world application
  • Experienced, passionate instructors with thousands of hours of dive time

Once certified, you’ll be ready to dive to 60 feet and start your underwater journey with confidence.

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Diventures in Vienna, VA

Vienna, VA

510 Mill St NE, Vienna, VA 22180

Diventures in Vienna is a full-service dive center with top-brand gear and personalized support for every diving style—from recreational to technical. We focus on quality training and tailored gear guidance, led by the area’s best instructors and staff.

Diventures in Sterling, VA Storefront

Sterling, VA

1007A Ruritan Cir, Sterling, VA 20164

Diventures in Sterling is Loudoun County’s premier full-service dive shop, offering top-brand scuba gear and expert guidance. We focus on quality training and personalized equipment recommendations to support every diver’s unique style and goals.

Scuba Certification Process

Digital Materials
Digital Materials

Digital Learning

First, you’ll complete your Digital Learning at home, on your own schedule. This includes 8-12 hours of online reading materials, videos, and quizzes. You’ll receive Digital Materials upon purchase of your course with Diventures. 

Classroom & Pool Sessions
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Classroom & Pool Sessions

Next, it’s time to learn alongside our expert instructors. You’ll review key points from your Digital Learning in the classroom and then head to the pool to practice and master the skills needed to enjoy diving safely. 

OWD Training Dives
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Open Water Training Dives

Your last step is four (4) Training Dives alongside your instructor. These open water dives can be completed locally or on a Diventures Certification Vacation and include check-offs on key skills.

Testimonials

★★★★★

Did my pool open water certification with Kevin King and Sarah Miniero as instructors, They were great! Their attention to detail, patience, and encouragement, got me through! Would not have been successful without them.

— Mike G.

★★★★★

Great experience at Diventures Vienna Virginia PADI open water diving certification course.

— Colin U.

★★★★★

I recently completed the Open Water Diver scuba certification class through Diventures, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience.

— Bill F.

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