PADI Advanced Open Water Course in Cozumel

Advance Your Training, Build Confidence, and Dive More in Cozumel

Take the next step in your scuba journey with the PADI Advanced Open Water course in Cozumel at Dive Boutique Cozumel. This course is designed for certified divers who want to advance their training, build confidence, and gain more real-world diving experience in one of the Caribbean’s best diving destinations. Whether you are looking to improve your skills, continue your PADI education, or simply enjoy more of what Cozumel has to offer underwater, this course is a natural next step after Open Water certification.

PADI Advanced Open Water Course, Including PADI eLearning - $475.00 - $150.00 Deposit Only

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The PADI Advanced Open Water course is all about experience and progression. You will complete five Adventure Dives, including the required Deep Dive and Underwater Navigation Dive, while also choosing from other adventure dive options based on conditions and your interests. At Dive Boutique Cozumel, your course includes three shore dives and one 2-tank boat dive, making it a practical and enjoyable way to build confidence, gain experience, and continue your training in Cozumel's clear, warm waters.

Cozumel is an ideal place to take your Advanced Open Water course. Calm conditions, excellent visibility, colorful reefs, and abundant marine life create an environment that makes continuing your training both rewarding and memorable. Instead of just checking off course requirements, you will build your skills in a location where every dive adds to your confidence and experience.

At Dive Boutique Cozumel, we focus on personal service, professional instruction, and a relaxed learning environment. We want you to leave not only with your PADI Advanced Open Water certification, but with stronger dive skills, greater confidence, and more excitement about where your scuba training can take you next.

During your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course, you will:

Complete five Adventure Dives. Two of these dives are required for all participants, and these dives are the following:

Deep Adventure Dive - On the Deep Adventure Dive, you will complete a dive beyond the 18/60' limit of your Open Water Course, generally to a maximum depth of 30m/100' or 21m/70" for the Junior Advanced Open Water Course.

Underwater Navigation - You will complete the Underwater Navigation Dive from shore. During this dive, you will improve your underwater navigation skills using your compass and natural landmarks.

You will then choose three more Adventure Dives. Options may include Night Diving, Wreck Diving, Search and Recovery, Drift Diving, or Enriched Air Nitrox.

As you read the chapters specific to the Adventure Dives you choose, you will also learn about:

• Practical aspects of deep diving
• Physiological effects of deeper scuba diving.
• More ways to use your underwater compass
• How to navigate using kick-cycles, visual landmarks, and time
• How to better use your dive computer

And much, much more, depending on the Adventure Dives you choose

The following is included with your PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Course:

• PADI Advanced Open Water eLearning
• Three shore dives
• One 2-tank boat dive
• Rental gear, including a dive computer
• Training and certification
• All taxes and fees

Why take your PADI Advanced Open Water course with Dive Boutique Cozumel?

Dive Boutique Cozumel offers a professional but relaxed approach to continuing diver education. We focus on personal service, quality instruction, and helping divers build confidence through real experience in Cozumel’s beautiful waters. With flexible scheduling, strong attention to safety, and a course structure that blends learning with enjoyable diving, we aim to make your Advanced Open Water course both rewarding and memorable.

• Daily start dates - fit the course into your schedule
• Patient instructors who move at your pace, not theirs
• Crystal-clear Cozumel waters for unforgettable dives
• Transparent pricing - no last-minute gear or certification fees

Prerequisites:

To take the PADI Advanced Open Water course, you must be:

• A PADI Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification from another training organization)
• 15 years old (12 for Junior Advanced Open Water Diver)

Complete a PADI Medical Statement. Please note that any "YES" answer to a question requires Physician approval before any in-water activities. You can download the form and review it below:

Download Medical Statement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PADI Advanced Open Water course?

The PADI Advanced Open Water course is the next step after Open Water certification. It is designed to help you build confidence, improve your skills, and gain more real-world diving experience through five Adventure Dives.

Do I need to already be an advanced diver to take this course?

No. This course is for certified Open Water Divers who want to continue their training and gain more experience.

Which Adventure Dives are required?

Two Adventure Dives are required for every student:

• Deep Adventure Dive
• Underwater Navigation Dive

Your remaining three Adventure Dives are selected based on conditions, scheduling, and your interests.

What Adventure Dives can I choose?

After the two required dives, you will choose three additional Adventure Dives. Options may include:

• Peak Performance Buoyancy
• Boat Diving
• Drift Diving
• Night Diving
• Fish Identification
• Search and Recovery
• Wreck Diving
• Enriched Air Nitrox

Adventure Dive options may vary depending on conditions, scheduling, and availability.

How many dives are included?

The course includes five Adventure Dives, typically completed as three shore dives and one 2-tank boat dive.

How long does the course take?

The course is typically completed over two days, depending on conditions, scheduling, and the selected Adventure Dives.

What is included in the course?

The course includes:

• PADI Advanced Open Water eLearning
• Five Adventure Dives. These consist of three shore dives and one 2-tank boat dive
• Full rental gear
• Dive computer
• Training and certification upon completion of the course
• All taxes and fees

Is eLearning included?

Yes. PADI Advanced Open Water eLearning is included.

Is equipment included?

Yes. Full rental gear is included, along with a dive computer.

What is the minimum age?

The minimum age is 15 for the standard course or 12 for the Junior Advanced Open Water Diver course.

What certification do I need before starting?

You must be a PADI Open Water Diver, Junior Open Water Diver, or hold a qualifying certification from another recognized training organization.

Do I need to complete a medical form?

Yes. All participants must complete a PADI Medical Statement. If you answer “yes” to any medical question, physician approval is required before any in-water activities.

Why take this course in Cozumel?

Cozumel is a great place to continue your training thanks to its clear water, beautiful reefs, marine life, and excellent diving conditions. It gives you the chance to build skills and confidence while enjoying memorable dives in one of the Caribbean's best diving destinations.

Can I book in advance?

Yes. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your preferred dates and complete your eLearning before arrival.