Handicap Scuba Open Water Diver Why HSA Open Water Diver? Open Water Certification: Either from accident or disease about 15% of the population is statistically classified as ''handicapped''. In the United States alone this percentage translates into Millions of people, many of whom are fully capable of becoming scuba divers. Our open water training programs are taught with a high margin of safety because we use teaching techniques developed with over 20 years of continues research and feedback. Handicap students are trained and certified according to HSA physical performance standards and a Multi-Level certification system so exacting and sensitive it enables us to train people with a wide range of disabilities, including paraplegia, quadriplegia, even the blind and those with high-functioning brain injuries or mild retardation. We base our students diving proficiency on their ability to assist another diver in the water. For instance, if you’re a Level A diver, you’re certified to dive with one other person; a Level B diver must dive with TWO divers and a Level C diver not only requires two dive buddies but one must be trained in diver rescue. After meeting the requirements of Basic ''Open Water'', some of our A, B, and C divers go on to obtain an ''Advanced'' level of certification. Our classes are taught based on PADI instruction. with PADI materials. What do I need to start Desire to face new challenges, learn new skills, trust in your Dive Instructor and Dive buddy, a discussion and medical release with your doctor and instructor.           What will I do? Throughout the course, you’ll learn fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You earn this rating by completing classroom knowledge development sessions and tests, pool dives, and by making open water dives.  (ocean or lake)   How long will it take? Personalized scuba offers several options to complete your Open Water certification.   Depending on the individuals ability, and stamina, we tailor our class to fit each person. This program is performance based. You proceed as you demonstrate mastery of the course skills. This allows you to work at a pace that is comfortable for you.   We only teach small classes, to make sure each individual gets the safety, and attention they deserve. We prefer one on one training for this class.   How much will it cost? The cost for this course is $425.00*   This includes: PADI Open Water Crew-Pak  Log Book Classroom, pool and open water check out dives** Certificate of completion Certificate processing HSA Open Water Diver certification card All scuba equipment needed to complete this course except mask snorkel and fins.***   *Cost can vary depending on amount of pool sessions are required. **Open water dives are done locally. Optional sites are available at additional cost. ***We work with local retailers and will help you get the right mask fins and snorkel for your needs, with a 10% student discount.   Not included: Food, any lodging, transport to and from dive sites, parks passes or permits.   Where can I go from here? Continue the adventure with PADI’s Adventures in diving program, you next step in exploring the underwater world.   Contact Personalized Scuba to enroll in the HSA Open Water Diver program.                                         Dive Buddy Program: Our ''Dive Buddy Program'' offer able-bodied divers the opportunity to expand their underwater world to include sharing it with a handicap partner. An HSA certified Dive Buddy receives nearly as much information and skill training as an instructor, except the training focuses on recreation, not instruction.