We offer Advanced Open Water Courses upon request only.

Please  contact us  to schedule your class today!

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Course Prerequisites

• Minimum age is 12

• Open Water Certification

• All participants must complete PADI eLearning before the start of the class

• All participants must complete and email a copy of the Medical Questionnaire prior to the first day of the class

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Course Outline

The PADI AOW course is designed to help certified divers build confidence and expand their skills through hands-on experience. This course includes five adventure dives, that would be conducted in 2 days featuring Underwater Navigation and Deep Diving, plus three elective dives such as buoyancy, boat, fish identification, drift, or night diving. With no classroom exams, you’ll learn by diving while improving buoyancy, awareness, and dive planning under the guidance of a PADI Instructor. Upon completion, you’ll be certified to dive deeper and be better prepared for advanced dive sites and future training.

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Class Schedule​

Day 1: 3 Dives

• Underwater Navigation dive

• 2 Adventure dives

Day 2: 2 Dives

• Deep Dive

• 1 Adventure dive

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What’s Included

• Complete Scuba Gear

• 5 Dives

• Certified and insured PADI Scuba Instructor

• Drinking water and light snack

• Certification fee

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Price:

• $500 per person plus tax

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What's not included

• PADI eLearning sold separately (through PADI) ​​

• Night Dive depending on schedule, conditions and extra fee

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Guided Safety Emphasis

Every Black Beard Sports Scuba Class is:

• Led by fully certified and insured PADI Professional

• Conducted in small groups for better control and experience

• Focused on environmental protection, guest safety, and education

We take pride in delivering a safe, respectful, and unforgettable experience while preserving Vieques' natural resources.

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We strongly recommend that all visitors to Vieques purchase travel insurance. Travel insurance helps protect you against unexpected delays, medical emergencies, weather disruptions, and trip interruptions while traveling to the island.

 

Cancellation Policy

It is the guest's responsibility to arrive to Vieques Island in time for reserved activities. Travel delays to Vieques do not constitute a reason for refunds. It is at the discretion of Black Beard Sports to issue refunds or reschedule tours that fall within our cancellation policy timeframes.

Small Party Booking Cancellation Policy (1-5 people): Once the reservation is complete, you must provide more than 24 hour notice in the event of a cancellation to be eligible for a full refund. If a cancellation is made within 24 hours of the tour, a refund will not be issued.

Group Booking Cancellation Policy (6+ people): Once the group reservation is complete, you must provide 1 week notice in the event of a change or cancellation to be eligible for a full refund. If changes or cancellations are made between 7 days and 24 hours prior to the tour, a refund of 50% for the cancelled activity will apply. If a cancellation is made within 24 hours of the tour, a refund will no be issued.

Rescheduling Fees: If a tour is rescheduled by the guest (for small party or group bookings) within the 24 hour period of the tour, a non-refundable $25/person rescheduling fee will be applied. Cancellations of rescheduled tours are not eligible for a refund.

In the event the tour is rescheduled by Black Beard Sports, no fee will apply. In the event the activity is cancelled by Black Beard Sports, a full refund will be issued.

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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

Is the class safe?

Yes. Safety is our top priority. Our PADI Professionals follow scuba diving standards and regulations. They are also fully insured, certified and up to date with their training.

I don't have an Open Water Certification?

You can learn more about our PADI Open Water Certification

What if it rains?

Light rain does not cancel classes. Trips are only canceled if weather conditions are unsafe (such as high winds or thunderstorms). If we must cancel for safety reasons, we will contact you directly.

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Who is this course for?

• Certified divers wanting to advance their skills

• Divers planning to travel or dive deeper sites

• Anyone looking to become a more confident, capable diver

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What are Adventure dives?

Adventure dives are instructor-led training dives that introduce divers to new skills, environments, or types of diving in a controlled, hands-on way, allowing them to gain experience and confidence while exploring different aspects of scuba diving.

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What Adventure dives can I choose? 

Click on our PADI Specialty Training to see what Adventure dives are available

Please note:​ Underwater Navigation and Deep Diving are mandatory. Once you know which other 3 you would like to do, let us know to help schedule them

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What should I bring with me?

Limit the number of valuables you bring with you.

We recommend bringing a towel to dry off with after the tour.

Reef friendly sunscreen and/or sun shirts. *We sell both at our retail store

And if you had a great time, gratuities for your guide are always appreciated​.

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What to wear?

We suggest swimwear

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What's the next step after an Advance Open Water Course?

Next Step: PADI Rescue Diver or PADI Specialty Training

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*Please remember that due to weather conditions, the conditions at the dive site may vary from day to day. This is an outdoors adventure tour, so we are at the mercy of Mother Nature.