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Beginner Course · International Certification · Valais, Switzerland
Your Open Water Diver scuba licence.
The essential certification to dive autonomously down to 18 meters worldwide. Tailored coaching in small groups (1 to 3 students) at Lac du Rosel and Sion.
Course feeCHF 690 (SDI) / CHF 790 (PADI)
PrerequisitesAge 10-12+ · Basic swimming
Format1 to 3 students (private coaching)
Duration3 to 4 flexible days
Why take your Open Water with Bulles en Valais?
Genuine underwater comfort
No rushed training. You master real buoyancy, breathing control, and safety skills to become a truly autonomous diver.
Self-paced digital e-learning
Study theory at home on your phone or tablet with official e-learning materials before heading to the lake.
Complete scuba gear included
Tanks, top-tier regulators, BCD, warm 7 mm wetsuit, and dive computer included throughout your entire course.
Course progression & steps
From your first shallow exercises to autonomous deep exploration in alpine lakes.
01
Online E-Learning & Theory
At your paceVideos, quizzes, and interactive modules covering diving physics, physiology, and safety rules at your own pace.
02
Confined Water Skills Workshop
~3 hoursFirst breaths underwater in shallow calm water to master mask clearing, regulator recovery, and ear equalization.
03
4 Open Water Lake Dives
2 daysProgressive real-world application between 5 and 18 meters at Lac du Rosel and Les Îles. Wildlife exploration, navigation, and trim.
04
Immediate International Certification
CertificationPersonal debrief, logbook endorsement, and instant delivery of your digital SDI or PADI autonomous diver certification.
Frequently asked questions about Open Water
What is the difference between SDI and PADI Open Water?
None in terms of privileges: both share the exact same global RSTC standards, allowing you to dive down to 18 m autonomously anywhere in the world. SDI emphasizes modern computer diving; PADI has historic global brand awareness.
Do I need to be an athlete to start scuba diving?
No, scuba diving is not about physical strength or endurance. You just need to be in good health, able to swim 200 meters comfortably at your own pace, and relaxed in the water. A simple medical questionnaire is completed beforehand.
Isn’t the water too cold in Swiss lakes?
We provide premium 7 mm wetsuits with hoods, gloves, and over-vests that retain body heat remarkably well. From May through October, surface lake layers warm up comfortably.
How is the course schedule organized?
Scheduling is completely tailored to your availability. Training typically takes place over two consecutive weekends or 3 to 4 weekdays to match your calendar.