SCUBA WORLD GROUP (SW GROUP)

SW Group consists of Shenzhen Scuba World Centre (SZSWC) and Scuba World Club (SWC). SW Group's Head Office and Equipment Showroom is located at the town centre of Luohu, Shenzhen, China (PRC), while its fully equipped Dive Centre is located by the sea of Daya Bay at Nan Ao, Shenzhen (About one hour by car from Luohu).  Dive activity is available on daily basis upon advance booking.   
For location of our Dive Centre at Nan Ao, please browse [Road Map to Dong Yu Dive Centre].

SW Group provides professional dive training, membership services, dive insurance, local/overseas dive activities and equipment sales/maintenances for its members and the general public since 1990.  Having operated for more than 20 years in Hong Kong and China (PRC), over 3,500 students and members have registered with SW Group and been enjoying all privileges and benefits provided.  Among all local dive organizations, SW Group has been maintaining the most respectable (zero accident) safety record since 1990.

For information of dive training and Shenzhen dive activities/dive sites profiles, please browse [Training Courses] and  [Shenzhen Dive Activities]. 

SW Group is Authorized Professional Training Facilities of:

	National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI)
	World Underwater Federation (CMAS)
	Chinese Underwater Association (CUA), the CMAS Representative for China (PRC)
	Hong Kong Underwater Association (HKUA), the CMAS Representative for Hong Kong
	National Association of Commercial Diving Specialists (NACDS)
	National Safety Council (NSC)
	Diver Alert Network (DAN)
	Technical Diving International (TDI)

OUR PROMISE TO YOU

The combination of exceptional leadership, sound educational materials, and true concern of students has resulted in our most respectable (zero accident) safety record in the recreational diving community since 1990.  All students can rest assured that they are receiving the finest diving education. Our Instructors would not accept anything less..... and neither should you!  Remember, the quality of diving instructions contributes to the major difference of students’ attitude and safety.
Scuba Diving is wonderful, remember you get what you paid for!  Your safety is your prime concern! And ours too!

SW Group has been and will continue to be the most prestigious educational organization in Hong Kong and China (PRC).  SW Group adopts the safest CMAS and NAUI standards for all levels of training courses provided and assure you will become the best and the most respectable divers and/or leaders in the diving industry.  CMAS and NAUI are found in 1959 and 1960 in Europe and United States respectively, both are not-for-profit Worldwide Educational Organizations, while PADI is a private business corporation, found five to six years later.  SW Group's Instructor Trainers and Course Director are highly qualified and experienced educators.  Among all local dive organizations, SW Group has been maintaining the most respectable (zero accident) safety record since 1990.  Quality Difference!

For experiences of our Instructors and information of the Cross References of International Certifications, please browse [Our Instructors] and [Cross References of International Certifications].

OPENWATER SCUBA DIVER COURSE

Course Outline and Schedules

This is an entry-level course for openwater scuba diving, the entire course can be completed in 4 days scheduled within 2 - 3 weekends.  Class size is 3 - 6.  Course schedules may be finalized among class students upon registration.  Course contents and regular schedules are as follows:

	One full day (or home study) Academic Training at SW Group Office in Luohu
	One full day Pool Training at Swimming Pool in Luohu
	Two full days Openwater Training at SW Group's Dive Centre at Nan Ao

QUALIFICATION OF GRADUATES

Graduates of Basic Course will be certified as NAUI Scuba Diver, who are internationally recognized and considered competent to engage in open water diving activities without direct supervision.

COURSE PREREQUISITES

	Minimum age for this certification course is 10, good health conditions.  Guardian approval required for age under 14.
	Demonstrate novice swimming proficiency in any stroke.

QUALIFICATION OF GRADUATES