
pool & open water refresher
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This all-inclusive refresher program features one pool dive followed by two open water dives, spanning a two-day period—classroom and pool training on the first day, and ocean diving on the second.
The Northern Underwater Explorers Pool Refresher will help you hone essential skills such as equipment assembly and disassembly, hand signals, buoyancy control techniques, and emergency protocols for out-of-air situations, all facilitated by one of our experienced PADI Instructors. After completing your refresher, your instructor can sign your logbook, or we can issue a letter (upon request) confirming your refresher training.
Additionally, the Ocean Refresher allows you to reacquaint yourself with the local underwater landscape through two ocean dives alongside your personal PADI Instructor.
Optional PADI Reactivate
For an extra $103.00, you can choose to add the PADI Reactivate program. This program includes Reactivate eLearning, which refreshes your theoretical knowledge, as well as a new, updated certification card.
THE NORTHERN UNDERWATER EXPLORERS EXPERIENCE...
At Northern Underwater Explorers, we pride ourselves on our highly experienced and qualified instructors who prioritize safety and exceptional training standards. Your instructor will customize your training experience and offer valuable tips to enhance your descents, ascents, buoyancy, and trim, as well as teach you advanced finning techniques.
This program is conducted on an individualized basis. Reach out to Northern Underwater Explorers to secure your spot today! We offer sessions on both weekends and weekdays. While we may occasionally add students to a course, we ensure that our maximum student-to-instructor ratio remains at 3 to 1.
PREREQUISITES
- Open Water Diver or Junior Open Water Diver certification (or an equivalent qualification)
- Minimum age requirement of 12 years
- Prior drysuit training or experience is required. If you lack experience with drysuits, no worries! Check
out our Pool and PADI Drysuit Specialty Combo.
If it has been an extended period since you completed your training or went on an open water dive, please consult our staff to discuss the best ways to refresh your scuba skills.
MASK & SNORKEL REQUIREMENTS
For reasons of fit, comfort, and hygiene, courses do not include a mask and
snorkel. Therefore, students are required to provide their own personal mask and snorkel for the
program.
Northern Underwater Explorers students receive a 15% discount on all diving masks and
snorkels.
MEDICAL STATEMENT
All students must complete a Medical Statement prior to any in-water activities. If you answer “yes” to any of the medical questions, please consult with Northern Underwater Explorers, as you may need to see a physician before starting the course.
Download Medical StatementPRICE INCLUDES:
- Small student-to-instructor ratios – typically one-on-one (capped at 3 students)
- Custom scheduling options at no extra cost
- One pool session – approximately 1 hour of in-water training
- All necessary pool equipment (including regulator, BCD, tank, weights, and wetsuit)
- Two ocean dives
- Drysuit, undergarments, hood, boots, gloves, regulator, weight-integrated BCD, weights, tanks, and dive computer
WHAT'S NEEDED?
- Mask and Snorkel – Available for purchase
- Base Layer Undergarments – Preferred materials include Thin Merino Wool, Polypropylene, or Polyester. Cotton is not recommended
- Warm Socks – Students can purchase super warm ScubaForce X-Sox at a discounted price of $89 (regular price $99)
- Optional Dry Glove Upgrade – While wetsuit gloves are provided, students have the option to buy Marigold Gloves to use as dry gloves. When combined with fleece glove liners, this system is highly effective for warmth in our local waters. If you already possess fleece gloves, you can simply acquire the Marigold gloves separately. Northern Underwater Explorers also offers quality Scuba Force Glove Liners if you don’t own fleece gloves.
PADI Reactivate, personal equipment rentals, socks, and glove systems can be added as options through
our Course Registration.
Special group pricing available – Sign up alongside another diver for only $749.99 each! The discount will
be automatically applied during the registration process.
Course Price: $799.99 + GST
BASIC SWIMMING ABILITY AND COMFORT IN WATER REQUIRED
Students must complete a 200 m free swim or a 300 m swim with mask, snorkel, and fins, plus a 10-
minute float as part of the course requirements. If you’re uncertain about meeting this requirement,
please contact us for assistance.
Note: Individuals not meeting the swimming requirement will not be eligible for a refund. Please see our
Course Transfer and Cancellation Policy for additional details.
NORTHERN UNDERWATER EXPLORERS COURSE TRANSFER / CANCELLATION POLICY
We at Northern Underwater Explorers are committed to providing the highest quality training at all levels. This commitment involves extensive pre-planning and logistics before the course start date, including scheduling instructors based on group sizes, booking pool times, and organizing equipment.
Click here to review Northern Underwater Explorers’ Transfer / Cancellation Policy.We at Northern Underwater Explorers are committed to providing the highest quality training at all levels. This commitment involves extensive pre-planning and logistics before the course start date, including scheduling instructors based on group sizes, booking pool times, and organizing equipment.