With the Advanced Open Water Diver course you go from certified diver to capable diver. In 2 to 3 days and 5 open water dives in Lanzarote you train five different specialties, reach up to 30 metres depth and earn your SSI certification with permanent international validity.
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The Advanced Open Water Diver is the SSI certification that transforms a certified diver into a complete diver. With it you dive down to 30 metres, master real technical skills and gain the confidence that only comes from guided practice in open water.
This is not a theory course. There are 3 open water dives, each focused on a different specialty: underwater navigation, deep diving and two specialties of your choice. Each dive has a specific goal, and by the end of it you already know how to apply it.
At Pro Dive we run this course under the SSI programme with groups of maximum 4 divers per instructor. That means your instructor watches you, corrects you and gets the best out of you on every dive, without wasting time waiting for a group of eight people.
The Advanced Open Water Diver course is not a generic course. Each dive has a specific technical goal. You train underwater navigation, buoyancy control, deep diving and two more specialties of your choice. Five dives, three real skills that stay with you forever.
And whenever you want to expand any of them into a full specialty, the training from this course already counts as credit. You don’t start from scratch.
For example the following:
You learn to navigate underwater using a compass and natural references. By the end of this dive you can plan a route, follow it and return to the starting point without relying on anyone.
You descend to 30 metres on the volcanic seabeds of Lanzarote. You train air management at greater depth, the effects of pressure and decision-making when the margin is smaller.
The skill that separates a mediocre diver from a good one. You work on precise position control in the water, reduce your air consumption and learn to move without touching the bottom or the coral.
Same water, another world. You train torch use, communication with your buddy and orientation in low-visibility conditions. One of the most striking experiences in recreational diving.
You learn to identify the most common species on the seabeds of Lanzarote: moray eels, rays, octopus, angel sharks and much more. A specialty that changes forever the way you see a dive.
The equipment is included.
You just need to show up.
No extra rental fees or surprises in the final price.
340€
In 2 - 3 days you leave Lanzarote with your SSI Advanced Open Water Diver certification. 5 real dives on volcanic seabeds, groups of maximum 4 people and an instructor who knows you by name.
The Advanced Open Water Diver course is completed in two phases.
No confined water, no pool. All learning takes place in the sea.
Before entering the water you complete the theory modules for each specialty through the SSI app. You do it at your own pace, from your phone or computer, whenever you want. No lectures or in-person exams.
Each specialty is trained directly in the sea, on the volcanic seabeds of Lanzarote. No pool, no confined water. You learn by doing, with your instructor by your side and a group of maximum 4 divers.
The Advanced Open Water Diver course in Lanzarote includes everything you need to get certified: SSI e-learning, 5 open water dives on the Atlantic volcanic seabeds, full equipment and certification processed. No extra costs.
The equipment is included.
You just need to show up.
No extra rental fees or surprises in the final price.
340€
In 2 - 3 days you leave Lanzarote with your SSI Advanced Open Water Diver certification. 5 real dives on volcanic seabeds, groups of maximum 4 people and an instructor who knows you by name.
Pro Dive Lanzarote has more than 600 reviews on Google with a 5.0 star rating. Many arrived with their Open Water freshly done and wanting to go further. They left with their Advanced Open Water Diver certification, having dived down to 30 metres and discovering the seabeds of Lanzarote like never before.
You need to hold an Open Water Diver certification from SSI, PADI or an equivalent recognised agency. No additional experience beyond your base certification is required. If you are unsure whether your qualification is valid, just ask us and we will confirm it straight away.
The minimum age is 10 years. Those under 15 receive the Junior Advanced Open Water Diver certification, covering the same specialties but with a maximum depth limit of 21 metres and the requirement to always dive accompanied by a certified adult.
Yes. The SSI Advanced Open Water programme includes mandatory specialties — underwater navigation, deep diving and buoyancy control — plus two elective specialties chosen from those available at Pro Dive. Ask us what options we have and we will guide you based on your interests.
Yes. With the Advanced Open Water Diver certification you can dive independently to 30 metres with a buddy. You do not need a professional instructor on every dive, although we always recommend diving with a guide when exploring new sites.
Yes. Each specialty trained during the Advanced counts as credit towards the corresponding full specialty. Whenever you want to expand any of them, you do not start from scratch — SSI already recognises part of the work as completed.
Yes. The €340 includes everything: SSI e-learning, 5 open water dives, full equipment (wetsuit, regulator, tank, BCD and dive computer), diving insurance and certification processing. No extra costs.
The 5 dives take place at selected sites around Lanzarote, with volcanic seabeds, good visibility and marine life typical of the Canarian Atlantic. The instructor chooses the site based on the day's conditions and the group's level to ensure the best possible experience for each specialty.
The course is taught by Salvatore and Tuti, SSI and PADI instructors with years of experience in Lanzarote waters. Salvatore is the owner and director of the centre. Tuti is an instructor and coordination manager. Both speak English, Spanish and Italian and know every dive site on the island in detail.
Yes, and we recommend it. The theory modules for each specialty are completed through the SSI app, which you can work through from home at your own pace before your trip. That way, when you arrive in Lanzarote, all 2–3 days are spent in the water.
The course is completed in 2 to 3 days, depending on sea conditions and the pace of the group. It involves 5 open water dives — no pool sessions or confined water. If you complete the theory online before arriving, all your time in Lanzarote is spent in the sea.
Yes, absolutely. SSI recognises certifications from PADI and all internationally recognised agencies. If you hold an Open Water from PADI, CMAS or any equivalent agency, you can take the Advanced directly with us — no additional paperwork required.
The course is taught in English, Spanish and Italian. The SSI e-learning material is also available in all three languages. Pre-dive briefings and underwater communication are done in your language.
