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Why Choose a Original Oaktown Divers NAUI SCUBA courses?
At Original Oaktown Divers, we have been proudly teaching NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors) courses for over 25 years because they align perfectly with our mission: providing safe, personalized, and confidence-building dive training. Here’s why a NAUI course with us is the best choice for your diving journey:
1. A Commitment to Education and Safety
NAUI’s motto, “Dive Safety Through Education,” is more than a slogan — it’s a philosophy. We go beyond the basics to ensure you’re not just certified but you are more prepared to dive confidently in real-world complex conditions.
2. Tailored to Your Needs
NAUI instructors have the flexibility to adapt courses to the needs of each student. With all of our courses, we take the time to focus on you and ensure you progress at a pace that feels right for you.
3. Emphasis on Real-World Skills
Diving isn’t just about rules; it’s about adapting to the ever-changing underwater environment. As a full-time safety professional and experienced NAUI instructor, I emphasize practical skills and risk management, to improve your ability to adapt rapidly to the aquatic environment.
4. Comprehensive Training
NAUI courses are designed to provide more than just the basics. Skills like skin diving, rescue techniques, and underwater problem-solving are often included in foundational programs, so you’ll gain a deeper, more well-rounded education without extra hidden costs.
5. A Respected Certification
Frequently affiliated with academic and government scientific institutions, NAUI is one of the most respected names in diving, known for its rigorous standards and emphasis on quality training. Earning a NAUI certification signals to the diving community that you’ve been trained to think critically, act responsibly, and dive confidently.
6. Environmental Responsibility
At Original Oaktown Divers, we share NAUI’s commitment to protecting the underwater world. Our courses encourage stewardship and a deep respect for marine ecosystems, helping you become not just a diver, but an advocate for the ocean.
When you choose a NAUI course with Original Oaktown Divers, you’re choosing a program that prioritizes safety, personal growth, and a true connection to the underwater world. Whether you’re just starting your journey or building on your skills, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
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Our Classes
This is the first class for most SCUBA divers. Successful completion of this course certifies you to become a diver and then explore the aquatic world, diving in conditions that are similar to where you have been trained. The course consists of classroom sessions, online coursework, confined water training and 5 dives (4 SCUBA and Freediving). All classes are private to semi-private and ocean dives will not exceed more than 4 students.
Advanced Open Water training is recommended soon after an Open Water course. In this course we train divers in even more varied conditions: Deep Diving, Night Diving, Boat Diving, and three more varied dive experiences.
We don’t consider completion of this course to make one an “advanced diver”, rather we see this as an opportunity to continue learning while having a great time gaining new skills in more challenging environments.
This is an exciting and tough course, geared at making you become a better diver, better buddy and at the same time a more confident diver
Diving isn’t quite like learning to ride a bicycle. If it’s been a while since you’ve been in the water, we are happy to work with you in the pool, ocean, or both to get you comfortable again. This course is an opportunity to practice skills, and even pick up new tricks that will help you become a more comfortable and competent diver.
We are a DAN instructor and are authorized to teach Basic First Aid & CPR, O2 provider, and the Diving First Aid (DFA) program
Dive Tours
Sign up for a dive tour and have an instructor take you to the local dive sites. An awesome opportunity to get exposure to different sites and have new underwater experiences.
A note on Private and Semi-Private Classes:
We keep our classes small, generally teaching to a private students or a small groups of private students. This allows for a much more customized learning experience. In our opinion this translates to a much more enjoyable, comfortable, and personalized course.
