PADI Advanced SCUBA Diving Course + FREE Refresher
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PADI Advanced Open Water training in Gauteng
Continue your diving after Open Water with SCUBA.co.za's PADI Advanced Open Water course in Gauteng. The programme includes a pool refresher and buoyancy clinic at Aquanzi Lodge in Fourways, followed by training dives at Bass Lake in Henley on Klip.
Use the date selector to view current course options and book. The sections below explain the training schedule, equipment and materials included, and the separate Bass Lake entry fee.
🎁 Free Refresher + Buoyancy Clinic Included
To help you get the most from your Advanced course, we include a FREE Pool Refresher Course and FREE Buoyancy Clinic on your first pool session day.
This is especially helpful if you have not dived for a while or want to feel more comfortable before heading to Bass Lake.
You’ll refresh key scuba skills, check your gear setup, improve your buoyancy control, and build confidence before your open water dives.
🤿 What You’ll Learn
Your Advanced course is practical, fun and confidence-building.
You’ll improve your skills in areas such as:
Deep diving techniques
Better buoyancy control
Underwater navigation
Search & Recovery + Lift Bag Excersises
Dive planning and safety awareness
More confidence in real open water conditions
It’s the perfect next step after Open Water.
✅ What’s Included?
Your course includes everything needed for your PADI Advanced certification:
PADI Advanced Open Water Course
FREE Pool Refresher Course
FREE Buoyancy Clinic
PADI materials, registration and processing fees
Use of all required scuba equipment
Mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuit
BCD, regulator, cylinder and weights
All air fills included
Professional instruction throughout the course
📍 Day 1: Pool Refresher + Buoyancy Clinic
Location: Aquanzi Lodge Pool, Fourways
Time: 7am – 1pm
Your first day is spent in the pool, refreshing key skills and improving your buoyancy.
This session helps you get comfortable, confident and properly prepared before heading to open water.
You’ll work with your instructor on control, positioning, trim, weighting and general comfort in the water.
🌊 Days 2 & 3: Open Water Dives
Location: Bass Lake Adventures, Henley on Klip
Time: 8am – 1pm
Your Bass Lake sessions are where you complete your Advanced training dives.
You’ll apply what you’ve learnt in real open water conditions and complete the required dives for your PADI Advanced Open Water certification.
Bass Lake is a popular Gauteng dive training venue with freshwater diving, sunken attractions, ablution facilities and an on-site coffee shop.
Please Note: Bass Lake entry fees @ R200pp are not included in the course price.
🌍 Your Certification
Once completed, you’ll earn your:
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Certification
This qualifies you to dive up to 30 metres, giving you access to deeper dive sites and more exciting underwater adventures.
It’s a fantastic step for divers who want to explore more, improve their confidence, and keep progressing as divers.
📚 Do I Need to Study?
Yes, but it’s simple and flexible.
Once you book, we’ll send you your PADI Digital E-Learning Crewpak, so you can start reviewing the course material online.
You’ll watch the videos, complete the online theory, and then review the important points with your PADI Instructor during the course.
⭐ Why Train With SCUBA.co.za?
Train with a trusted PADI 5★ Rated Dive Centre that teaches divers from beginner level through to professional level.
PADI 5★ Rated Dive Centre
Experienced, friendly instructors
Small groups for personal attention
Structured, confidence-building training
FREE Pool Refresher + Buoyancy Clinic included
All gear included
Money-back guarantee
We don’t just help you complete the course — we help you become a better, safer and more confident diver.
💬 Still Have Questions?
Our team is here to help you feel confident before booking.
Reach out via WhatsApp or drop us an e-mail and we’ll guide you through everything.
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