PADI Open Water Diver Course in Mallorca – Private 1-to-1 Scuba Certification

Learn to Dive in Mallorca with Ikigai Scuba

Experience a premium PADI Open Water Diver course in Palma de Mallorca designed for complete beginners. Whether you’ve never tried diving before or want a safe and relaxed learning experience, our private 1-to-1 training ensures maximum comfort, safety, and progression at your own pace.

You will complete theory, confined water training, and four open water dives in the Mediterranean Sea, becoming a fully certified diver up to 18 meters (60 feet).

Course Details & Inclusions

Why Choose Our Private Open Water Diver Course in Mallorca?

At Ikigai Scuba, we specialize in private scuba diving training in Mallorca, offering a completely different experience from standard group courses.

• ✔ 100% private 1-to-1 instruction
  ✔ No groups, no pressure, no stress
  ✔ Beginner-friendly (no experience required)
  ✔ Full diving equipment included
  ✔ Professional underwater photos & videos included
  ✔ Calm, safe, and personalized learning environment
  ✔ Flexible scheduling based on your pace

  This is not a rushed group course — it is a fully guided personal diving journey.

What You Will Learn

During your Open Water Diver course, you will master all essential scuba diving skills, including:

• Basic scuba theory and safety principles

• Equipment setup and underwater control

• Breathing techniques and buoyancy control

• Underwater communication

• Confined water training skills

• Emergency procedures and safety ascent

• Four open water dives up to 18 meters

By the end of the course, you will be a confident and certified diver.

Course Structure (3–4 Days)

Your training is structured step-by-step to ensure comfort and safety.

Day 1 – Confined Water Training (Shallow Water Skills)

Your diving journey begins in calm shallow water, where you will build confidence and learn essential scuba skills.

You will practice:

• Equipment assembly and setup

• Breathing underwater for the first time

• Mask clearing and regulator recovery

• Buoyancy control basics

• Safety procedures and emergency responses

• Underwater communication signals

This session is designed to make you feel completely comfortable underwater before moving into the ocean.

🟦 Day 2 – Open Water Dives 1 & 2 (First Ocean Experience)

Now it’s time to dive into the Mediterranean Sea for your first real scuba experience.

Dive 1: First steps underwater

• Equipment check and preparation

• Descent to around 12 meters

• Mask clearing and regulator recovery

• Basic underwater navigation

• Relaxed exploration with your instructor

Dive 2: Skill development

• Buoyancy control training

• Emergency air procedures

• Dive planning introduction

• Controlled ascent and safety stop

• More underwater exploration

🟦 Day 3 – Open Water Dives 3 & 4 (Certification Dives)

On your final day, you refine your skills and complete your certification requirements.

Dive 3: Confidence building

• Improved buoyancy control

• Skill refinement underwater

• Longer exploration time

Dive 4: Final certification dive

• Full skill review

• Controlled descent and ascent

• Emergency procedures practice

• Final safety stop and completion

After this dive, you will officially become a PADI Open Water Diver.

🟦 Course Price

• Practical part costs:

• €480 per person – Private 1-to-1 course

• €440 per person – For 2 or more participants

✔ Full equipment included
✔ Diving insurance included
✔ Underwater photos & videos included

⚠️ Please note: eLearning and certification fees are not included in the course price.

• Online theory (available in 30+ languages) + Certification fees120€

🟦 What’s Included

Your course includes everything you need for a complete diving experience:

• Full scuba diving equipment

• Private professional instructor

• 3–4 days of training

• Four open water dives

• Confined water training session

• Diving insurance (DAN coverage)

• Underwater photos & videos

🟦 Who Is This Course For?

This course is perfect for:

• Complete beginners

• Travelers visiting Mallorca

• People looking for a private scuba experience

• Nervous first-time divers

• Anyone wanting a relaxed, safe learning environment

No previous diving experience is required.

🟦 Scuba Diving in Mallorca – Perfect Learning Conditions

Mallorca offers ideal conditions for learning scuba diving, with calm waters, excellent visibility, and safe training environments. Our dive center is located just 15 minutes from Palma, making it easy to reach your course from anywhere on the island.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need experience to join?

No, this course is designed for complete beginners.

Is scuba diving safe?

Yes. You will be trained one-on-one by a professional instructor with full safety procedures.

How deep will I dive?

You will dive up to 18 meters after certification.

How long does the course take?

The course takes approximately 3–4 days.

Is equipment included?

Yes, all diving equipment is included.

Take your first breath underwater and discover a completely new world. Join our private Open Water Diver course in Mallorca and become a certified diver with Ikigai Scuba.

Private PADI Open Water Course – Day 3: Open Water Dives 3 & 4

DAY 3

On Day 3, you will complete the final two open water dives, further refining your skills and expanding your underwater knowledge. These dives will introduce more advanced techniques, with a focus on mastering your buoyancy, confidence, and safety procedures.

Open Water Dive 3: Skill Mastery & Exploration

By now, you'll be more comfortable with the basics, so Dive 3 will focus on refining your diving skills while exploring new depths. Pre-dive preparations will include:
✔️ Reviewing dive planning with a dive computer or RDP
✔️ Performing a pre-dive safety check
✔️ Adjusting weights as needed

Once submerged, you will:
✅ Practice buoyancy control and adjust for neutral buoyancy
✅ Perform regulator clearing and mask clearing at depth
✅ Experience more time for exploration with your instructor

Open Water Dive 4: Final Dive & Certification Preparation

Dive 4 is the final step in your Open Water Course, where you’ll apply everything you’ve learned in real-world conditions. This dive will include:
✔️ Review and adjust buoyancy at the surface and depth
✔️ Perform a controlled descent and ascent
✔️ Practice all previously learned skills, including: mask clearing, regulator recovery, alternate air source use, and emergency procedures

After completing the dive, you’ll enjoy some final underwater exploration, making sure to stay aware of air consumption and buddy communication. The dive concludes with a safety stop and a successful ascent.

By the end of Day 3, you will be well-prepared for your PADI Open Water certification, confident in your diving skills and ready for your next underwater adventure!