GREENVILLE GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE

Open Water Scuba Course: Classroom, Pool and Lake Dives to 60 Feet

A four-day introductory scuba certification (ages 10+, max six students per instructor) that combines classroom instruction, pool practice and open-water dives at Lake Jocassee or Lake Keowee.

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Open Water Scuba Course: Classroom, Pool and Lake Dives to 60 Feet.

Duration

4 Days

Location

Greenville

Operator

Bermuda Triangle Dive Shop

Course Highlights

THE CERTIFICATION

Worldwide diving to 60 feet

Completing this course qualifies you to scuba dive anywhere in the world to a depth of 60 feet and serves as the prerequisite for further dive classes.

THE TRAINING

Classroom and controlled pool sessions

The first weekend focuses on classroom instruction at Bermuda Triangle and confined-water practice at the Eastside YMCA to build skills and confidence before open-water dives.

THE SITES

Open-water dives at scenic lakes

Open-water weekends take place at Lake Jocassee from June through October and at Lake Keowee from November through May, letting you apply pool skills in clear lake environments.

What the day feels like

What to Expect

Across two consecutive weekends, you move from theory and confined-water skill practice to real open-water dives. The structure—classroom at the dive shop, pool sessions at the Eastside YMCA, then lake dives—lets instructors evaluate and refine student skills before the open-water component.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course suits and who should take caution.

Beginners & First-time DiversIdeal as the first formal step into scuba; the course is structured to teach fundamentals and progression from pool to open water under instructor supervision.

Families with Older ChildrenSuitable for participants aged 10 and up, allowing younger teens to begin certification alongside adults.

Travelers with Medical ConcernsNot appropriate without medical clearance—individuals with certain medical conditions should secure physician approval before enrolling.

Small-group LearnersCourse ratios keep group sizes intimate (six students per instructor), fitting those who prefer hands-on, instructor-led learning.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

Four-day course delivered across two consecutive weekends (first weekend: classroom and pool; second weekend: open-water dives).

Meeting Location

Primary meeting point and classroom: 3620 Pelham Rd, Suite 6, Greenville, SC, 29615.

What to Bring

Students should bring personal dive equipment (if they own it), swimwear and a towel.

Seasonal Open-water Sites

Open-water dives are scheduled at Lake Jocassee from June through October and at Lake Keowee from November through May; specific dive times vary by weekend schedule.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions