PADI
Open Water Youth Camp
Enroll them in a 5-day PADI Open Water Youth Camp! Our camp is the most exciting and unique summer experience available in Northern BC.

PADI Open Water Youth Camp
Course overview
What's Included?
- Equipment is included (see below for details on the Mask and Snorkel Requirement).
- Pool dives and open water dives will take place offsite.
- Students can upgrade to earn their Drysuit Specialty certification for an additional $229.95, which includes one additional dive during the course. The regular price for the Drysuit Specialty is $499.99.
Minimum Age: 12 Years Old
- Knowledge development sessions will be held at Northern Underwater Explorers.
- Transportation to the pool and ocean sites is provided.
- Students can upgrade to earn their Drysuit Specialty certification for an additional $229.95, which includes one additional dive during the course. The regular price for the Drysuit Specialty is $499.99.
Course Prerequisites
- Minimum age to participate is 12 years old.
- Students must weigh at least 100 lbs (45 kg) to ensure proper equipment fit and carry the weight of the gear.
- Participants must visit Northern Underwater Explorers before the camp starts to collect their PADI Open Water Manual.
- Important paperwork, including a Medical Statement, must be completed prior to the start of camp.
- Parents or guardians are required to attend a brief orientation on the first day of camp (15 minutes).
Course Price
$699.99 + GST
Students can upgrade to earn their Drysuit Specialty certification for an additional $229.95, which includes one additional dive during the course. The regular price for the Drysuit Specialty is $499.99.
Mask & Snorkel Requirements
For reasons of fit, comfort, and hygiene, courses do not include a mask and snorkel. Therefore, students are required to provide their own personal mask and snorkel for the program.
Northern Underwater Explorers students receive a 15% discount on all diving masks and snorkels.
Medical Statement
Basic Swimming Ability and Comfort in Water Required
Students must complete a 200 m free swim or a 300 m swim with mask, snorkel, and fins, plus a 10- minute float as part of the course requirements. If you’re uncertain about meeting this requirement, please contact us for assistance.
Note: Individuals not meeting the swimming requirement will not be eligible for a refund. Please see our Course Transfer and Cancellation Policy for additional details.
Northern Underwater explorers course transfer / cancellation policy
Pricing
Course Price
$699.99 + GST
Students can upgrade to earn their Drysuit Specialty certification for an additional $229.95, which includes one additional dive during the course. The regular price for the Drysuit Specialty is $499.99.