{"id":61,"date":"2026-05-06T15:15:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T13:15:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diving-dolphin.com\/wp\/?page_id=61"},"modified":"2026-05-06T18:59:04","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T16:59:04","slug":"beginner-courses","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/diving-dolphin.com\/?page_id=61","title":{"rendered":"Open Water Diver Course"},"content":{"rendered":"<section style=\"max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;text-align:center;padding:20px 15px;\">\n\n<h2 style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:600;margin-bottom:18px;letter-spacing:0.5px;\">\nOpen Water Diver Course\n<\/h2>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:18px;color:#555;\">\nDiscover the underwater world of the Adriatic and begin your scuba diving adventure with the Open Water Diver course at Diving Dolphin in Bol on the island of Bra\u010d. This internationally recognized beginner certification is designed for people with little or no diving experience and allows you to become a certified diver able to explore dive sites around the world.\n<\/p>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:18px;color:#555;\">\nThe course combines theory development, confined water training, and open water dives in the crystal-clear waters surrounding Bra\u010d and Hvar. Under the guidance of our experienced professional instructors, you will learn essential diving skills, underwater communication, buoyancy control, dive planning, and safe diving procedures in a comfortable and relaxed environment.\n<\/p>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:18px;color:#555;\">\nTraining dives take place at beautiful local dive sites featuring reefs, walls, marine life, caves, and exceptional visibility, creating the perfect conditions for new divers. Our goal is not only to certify you, but also to build your confidence and help you feel comfortable underwater from your very first breaths beneath the surface.\n<\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;margin-top:30px;margin-bottom:15px;letter-spacing:0.4px;\">\nCourse Includes\n<\/h3>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:18px;color:#555;\">\nThe course includes complete diving equipment, theory sessions, confined water training, open water dives, professional instructor guidance, certification materials, and an internationally recognized Open Water Diver certification.\n<\/p>\n\n<h3 style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:600;margin-top:30px;margin-bottom:15px;letter-spacing:0.4px;\">\nRequirements\n<\/h3>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:18px;color:#555;\">\nParticipants should meet the minimum age requirements according to training agency standards, have basic swimming ability, and be in good general health condition.\n<\/p>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:18px;color:#555;\">\nAfter successful completion of the course, you will receive an internationally recognized Open Water Diver certification allowing you to dive independently with a buddy to a depth of up to 18 meters.\n<\/p>\n\n<p style=\"font-size:12px;line-height:1.8;margin-bottom:35px;color:#555;\">\nStart your diving journey with Diving Dolphin Bol and experience the beauty of the Adriatic Sea from an entirely new perspective.\n<\/p>\n\n\n<script>\n  if (typeof hasAmeliaEntitiesApiCall === 'undefined' && ('' === '' && '' !== '1')) {\n    var hasAmeliaEntitiesApiCall = true;\n  }\n  var ameliaShortcodeData = (typeof ameliaShortcodeData === 'undefined') ? 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