Breathe Below the Azores: SSI Open Water Diver Course in Angra do Heroísmo

ANGRA DO HEROÍSMO WATER ACTIVITIES FIELD GUIDE

Breathe Below the Azores: SSI Open Water Diver Course in Angra do Heroísmo

A three‑day SSI Open Water Diver program in Angra do Heroísmo that pairs personalized training with in‑water practice to earn internationally recognized certification.

Breathe Below the Azores: SSI Open Water Diver Course in Angra do Heroísmo.

Duration
3 dias
Location
Angra do Heroísmo
Operator
Scubazores Divers
Category
Water Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

The Curso Open Water with Scubazores Divers introduces newcomers to the fundamentals of autonomous (SCUBA) diving around Angra do Heroísmo, Açores. Instruction focuses on personalized teaching and practical in‑water sessions so students acquire the skills and comfort needed to progress as certified divers and, if desired, add SSI specialties under special conditions.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

CERTIFICATION

International SSI Open Water Diver credential

Participants receive the SSI Open Water Diver certification, recognized worldwide; the program meets the ISO 24801-2 standard for supervised diver training.

TRAINING

Personalized, practical in‑water sessions

Instruction blends tailored classroom or shore briefings with hands‑on practice in the water so that skills are learned and reinforced until students feel comfortable and competent underwater.

OPTIONS

Combine your course with SSI specialties

You can combine the SSI Open Water Diver course with a range of SSI specialties under special conditions, letting you tailor the program to the environments and skills that interest you most.

What the day feels like

What the course feels like

Over a compact three‑day schedule, expect focused instruction that moves quickly from theory to hands‑on practice: classroom or shore briefings, confined‑type skill drills, and open‑water sessions where you apply techniques and demonstrate proficiency to earn your SSI Open Water Diver certification.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course suits — and who should check further details.

1
Beginners & first‑time diversDesigned as an entry‑level SCUBA program, the course introduces core skills and culminates in an internationally recognized SSI Open Water Diver certification.
2
Certification seekersIf your goal is a structured, standards‑based credential, this SSI program (ISO 24801-2 compliant) delivers formal certification you can build on.
3
Gear‑curious diversThe course supports students in selecting and learning to use their own equipment as they develop skills and personal preferences underwater.
4
Those wanting specialtiesDivers who know which specialties they want can combine them with the open water course under special conditions to extend training during or after certification.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

The program runs over three days, structured to move from briefings and skill practice to the required open water dives and final assessment.

What to Bring

Bring whatever personal items you prefer for comfort; the course supports selecting your own diving equipment as you develop experience and preferences.

Meeting Point

Initial meeting and orientation take place at Estrada Regional nº1 in Silveira with the operator.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long does the SSI Open Water Diver course take?

The course is scheduled over three days.

Will I receive an internationally recognized certification?

Yes — participants receive the SSI Open Water Diver certification, which is recognized worldwide.

Where do we meet for the course?

The meeting location is on Estrada Regional nº1 in Silveira.

Does the program meet any training standards?

The program complies with ISO 24801-2.

Can I combine the Open Water course with SSI specialties?

Yes — you may combine the SSI Open Water Diver course with various SSI specialties under special conditions.

    Breathe Below the Azores: SSI Open Water Diver Course in Angra do Heroísmo