The PADI Junior Advanced Open Water Diver course allows young certified divers to improve their diving skills, gain more experience, and discover new types of underwater adventures.
This program developed by Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) is designed to help young divers build confidence, develop greater awareness, and become more experienced underwater.
With Underwater Academy Europe, students participate in a series of adventure dives guided by qualified instructors, learning new techniques and expanding their diving knowledge.
The course is the natural continuation of the Junior Open Water Diver certification, helping young divers become more comfortable and capable underwater.
Course Overview
The PADI Junior Advanced Open Water Diver course is a practical program focused on real diving experience.
During the course with Underwater Academy, students complete five Adventure Dives, each designed to develop specific diving skills.
Typical adventure dives may include:
- underwater navigation dive
- deep adventure dive
- peak performance buoyancy dive
- underwater naturalist dive
- exploration or underwater photography dive
This program allows young divers to discover new aspects of diving and improve their underwater abilities.
Participation Requirements
The PADI Junior Advanced Open Water Diver course with Underwater Academy is intended for certified young divers.
Minimum Age
12 years old.
Required Certification
PADI Junior Open Water Diver or equivalent certification.
Swimming Ability
Comfortable in the water.
Medical Requirements
Participants must complete the PADI medical questionnaire.
What the Course Includes
The PADI Junior Advanced Open Water Diver course with Underwater Academy generally includes:
- PADI learning materials
- theoretical briefings before each dive
- five adventure dives
- supervision by certified instructors
- international PADI Junior Advanced Open Water Diver certification
The course is designed to provide a progressive and exciting diving experience.
Skills You Will Learn
During the course with Underwater Academy, young divers will improve:
- buoyancy control
- underwater navigation
- equipment management
- advanced diving techniques
- awareness of the marine environment
These skills help young divers become more confident and capable underwater.
Course Locations
Courses organized by Underwater Academy Europe take place in locations ideal for learning and adventure.
Main locations include:
📍 Malta
📍 Italy – Mediterranean Sea
Dive sites are carefully selected to ensure safe conditions, good visibility, and excellent learning opportunities.
Why Choose Underwater Academy
With Underwater Academy, young divers continue their diving journey with experienced instructors in safe and inspiring environments.
Our courses stand out for:
- highly qualified instructors
- engaging and progressive training
- dives in carefully selected locations
- strong focus on safety and ocean respect
Our goal is to help young divers develop experience, confidence, and passion for the underwater world.
Book the Course
Would you like to help your children improve their scuba diving skills with Underwater Academy?
👉 Book the course
👉 Request more information
👉 Contact our instructors
Our team will be happy to guide young divers through their next step in scuba diving education.
FAQs
The course includes five adventure dives
Junior divers can dive to a maximum depth of approximately 21 meters, depending on their age.
Yes. Each adventure dive includes a short theoretical briefing before entering the water.
No. The course is designed to be fun, educational, and progressive, helping young divers build experience.
Young divers can continue with programs such as PADI Junior Rescue Diver or various PADI specialty courses.
Continue Your Diving Journey
Related Courses
After completing the PADI Junior Advanced Open Water Diver with Underwater Academy, young divers can continue their training with additional courses.
PADI Junior Rescue Diver
A course that teaches young divers how to prevent and manage diving emergencies.
PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy
A specialty course focused on improving buoyancy control.
PADI Underwater Naturalist
Learn about marine ecosystems and underwater life.
PADI Project AWARE Specialist
A course dedicated to protecting aquatic environments and promoting ocean conservation.