RAMROD KEY SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Earn Your Open Water Diver Certification on Looe Key Reef
A focused three-day course out of Ramrod Key that combines online academics, pool skill sessions and four open-water training dives to certify new divers.
Earn Your Open Water Diver Certification on Looe Key Reef.
Set out from Ramrod Key for Looe Key Reef and complete a globally recognized Open Water Diver certification through a mix of personalized instruction, online coursework and four supervised dives at the reef.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Four open-water dives at Looe Key
The course includes four open-water training dives on the reef at Looe Key National Marine Sanctuary that, upon successful completion, earn you the Open Water Diver certification.
Personalized in-water training and pool practice
Personalized training is combined with in-water practice sessions—starting with classroom and pool skill work—to make sure you acquire the skills required to become comfortable underwater.
Flexible online academics before class
State-of-the-art digital media lets you complete most of the academic portion at your own pace online before the in-person sessions begin.
What the day feels like
What the three-day progression feels like
The course balances self-paced online study with hands-on instruction: classroom and pool sessions concentrate skill practice, then two open‑water dives on day two and two more on day three let you apply those skills on Looe Key Reef until you meet the standards for certification.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course is best for — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The course is a three-day program; sessions typically run Monday–Wednesday or Friday–Sunday, and private-course timing may be arranged if needed.
Complete the online academic modules before arrival as much as possible; be prepared for classroom, pool skill sessions, and four open-water training dives on the reef.
Operators try to limit class sizes to maximize student experience; to book more than four people or to arrange private instruction (additional fees may apply), contact [email protected] or call (305) 872-2215.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is the minimum age to take this course?
Minimum age is 10 years old.
How long is the Open Water Diver course?
The course runs three days.
What swimming ability do I need?
You must be able to swim 200 yards or meters continuously and be able to float or tread water for 10 minutes.
How many open-water dives are included?
The course includes four open-water training dives at Looe Key Reef—two on day two and two on day three.
Can I take the course on different days or as a private course?
Courses typically run Monday–Wednesday and Friday–Sunday; if that schedule doesn't work, ask about a private course which may be scheduled around your visit for an additional fee.
What if I want to bring a group larger than four people?
If you would like to book more than four people for an Open Water Diver course, contact the operator at [email protected] or call (305) 872-2215 to make arrangements.
When do I earn my certification?
You will earn the Open Water Diver certification upon successful completion of the course requirements.