BAALBERGE BERNBURG OT SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Learning to Fly Underwater: The Friends & Family SSI Open Water Diver VIP Course at Baalberge
A seven‑hour SSI Open Water Diver course led by Tauchwerkstatt at Baalberge Bernburg OT that combines classroom theory, pool drills and four open‑water dives in a customizable friends‑and‑family VIP format.
Learning to Fly Underwater: The Friends & Family SSI Open Water Diver VIP Course at Baalberge.
Set on the shores of Baalberge Bernburg OT, this SSI Open Water Diver (OWD) Friends & Family VIP course compresses the essentials of recreational scuba into a focused seven‑hour program. Run by Tauchwerkstatt, the course pairs classroom theory with supervised pool practice before moving to four open‑water dives; it is offered as a private group experience so friends and family can learn together and earn a globally recognized certification.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A complete SSI OWD in one day
The program covers essential diving theory, supervised practical skills in a pool and four open‑water dives, concluding with SSI certification and digital course materials included in the price.
Friends & Family VIP scheduling
Sessions are arranged individually for your group so you can take the course together; the price is calculated per participant.
Worldwide certification, entry‑level depth
On successful completion you receive a globally recognized SSI Open Water Diver certification that permits diving to depths of up to 18 metres and opens the door to advanced specialties.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The day unfolds from classroom blocks—where equipment, pressure and buoyancy theory are covered—into controlled pool sessions that let you rehearse safety drills and gear handling. Those skills are then tested and refined across four open‑water dives, all within the single, structured seven‑hour program designed for small, private groups.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course suits—and who should take extra precautions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The course is delivered as a concentrated seven‑hour program; schedule is arranged individually for private groups.
The course package includes all taught dives, SSI certification and digital course materials; participants should bring any required medical certificates if requested by the operator.
Sessions are organized as Friends & Family VIP courses with dates coordinated to suit your group; pricing is calculated per participant.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the SSI Open Water Diver Friends & Family VIP course take?
The program is conducted over seven hours.
How many open‑water dives are part of the course?
The course includes four free/open‑water dives to apply the skills practiced in the pool.
Can I take the course with friends or family?
Yes—the Friends & Family VIP format allows individual scheduling so your group can complete the course together; prices are per participant.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Minimum age varies by country, commonly 10 or 12 years old, so confirm local rules before booking.
What is included in the course fee?
The course includes all taught dives, the SSI certification and digital course materials.
What certification do I receive after completing the course?
Upon successful completion you receive the SSI Open Water Diver certification, which qualifies you to dive to depths up to 18 metres.