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As in many sports the key to the full enjoyment of
scuba diving is proper preparation, and practicing safe procedures before, during,
and after the dive. Phuket has an excellent safety record and we hope you will
enhance that record by Phuket has a number of very professional dive shops, and
the world-class diving here attracts some of the best diving instructors and Divemasters
in the world. Choose them with care, and then let them do their job, your
enjoyment and safety is their primary concern. There is no better place than Phuket
to become a certified diver or to upgrade your level of diving skills. The warm
turquoise blue water of the Andaman Sea offers a superb underwater classroom.
Most of professional dive shops offer a full range of diving classes
that allow you to earn full PADI or NAUI certification. One local dive shop,
Dive Asia of Kata beach was recently designated as the the first Five-Star
PADI CDC (Career Development Center) in
Phuket and one of only two in all of Southeast
Asia. Going with a diving school considered
by PADI to be qualified to keep professional diving instructors up-to-date in
their profession would seem a good bet for students at any level. You
do not have to know anything more than how to swim to take a course. It is not
even necessary to be in tip-top condition physical condition as the courses are
designed to make learning enjoyable. The dive shops carry a full line of dive
equipment for use by students and also for rental. A safe and fun way to experience scuba diving for the first time. Your
instructor will teach you basic theory and familiarize you with the equipment
before guiding you on a controlled dive of limited depth, and practice with you
in shallow water near the shore. Then you will make two open ocean dives under
the close supervision of your instructor either at a nearby coral reef or in the
clear water of Ko Raja Island. The price includes all diving equipment, boat trip,
lunch, and instruction by a certified diving instructor. Scuba Review \ US$ 45
If it's been a while since your last dive, or you feel
that your skills and knowledge are a little "rusty", then take this
PADI refresher course. Our instructor will review diving theory and skills, making
sure that you haven't forgotten anything! The half-day course includes classroom
and shallow water training.
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This internationally recognized training is for the beginner or uncertified
diver and will give you the knowledge and skills to safely explore the underwater
world. Completion of this course qualifies you for a PADI Open Water Diver Certificate
that allows you to dive anywhere in the world. The course is divided in theory
and practice sessions. The first two days are devoted to academic training and
shallow water skill development sessions. During the remaining two days you will
complete four supervised open water training dives allowing you the freedom to
experience the beautiful tropical reefs of the Andaman Sea. Depending on the time
of year, your open water training dives will include 4 beach dives, or two 1-day
trips. The price includes the PADI 'Open Water Diver Manual', all diving equipment,
a T-shirt, a logbook and the PADI registration fee.
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The Advanced Course takes two full days. This popular course allows
you to learn advanced diving techniques while you dive on Phuket’s beautiful
reefs at the same time. This is a "hands-on" course with minimal classroom
time and plenty of diving. After covering the required academic training you will
complete 3 "core" dives - underwater navigation, diving to deep levels,
and night diving in these areas. You will also select and complete 2 "elective"
dives in areas such as are Multilevel Diving, Boat Diving, Drift Diving, Search
and Recovery and the popular Underwater Naturalist. A basic one-day training course in emergency care useful to both diver
and non-diver. Covers CPR, resuscitation, and many other lifesaving techniques.
A prerequisite for the PADI Rescue Diver Course.
This rewarding course for the advanced diver will teach you self rescue
skills, problem prevention and accident management, as well as how to respond
to and deal with a diving emergency. Be prepared, and learn how to recognize,
prevent, or deal with a diving related problem. It is an enjoyable way
to become a more experienced and responsible diver. The 3 day course involves
academic training, and 5 in water training sessions. This demanding but exciting course is the first step on the professional
ladder. This course generally runs 3-4 weeks, and hones your diving knowledge
to the professional instructor level. Become an all round diving expert who can
safely lead fellow divers through all types of diving. If your interest and love
of diving has developed to the point where you would like be responsible for the
welfare and safety of others, as well as sharing with them the fascination of
the underwater world, then you are ready for PADI Divemaster. These are special interest courses to develop advanced skills in diving
techniques such as Underwater Photography, Search and Recovery and Underwater
Naturalist are ideal for those divers wishing to have more detailed knowledge
in specialized aspects of scuba diving. Devote two days of your dive holiday to
a Specialty Course! For example, many liveaboard cruises offer an excellent opportunity
to take the Photography Course. | 
