Live aboards / Open water certs

[bertram31]

So how many people would like to do something like this. I am starting a live aboard dive charter for four people max. I am planning on becoming a PADI resort boat also. I would like to offer people a four day dive trip where they stay on the boat the whole time and get certified all in one feel swoop.

Basically we could do this with all the book work, all the instruction in 2-3 days and then on the fourth day divers could get into deep dives, night dives and wreck dives. This package could include all transporation to and from the airport where other accomadations is never needed. I am talking a complete all inclusive dive package.

This wouldnt be only for the beginners either as specialty courses will also be available. Yes even nitrox will be available right on the boat as part of my onboard compressor.

Jack

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Right on. Sounds like a good idea.

Good luck with it.

[Afry]

Sounds like a good idea. You could have the customers do the book work on their computer at home before they arrive and you then only have to mess with the quizes and final. PADI has that all setup online now.

[bertram31]

Originally Posted by Afry

Sounds like a good idea. You could have the customers do the book work on their computer at home before they arrive and you then only have to mess with the quizes and final. PADI has that all setup online now.

Thats a great way to go, thanks Arnie. I plan on having internet also on the boat so coupled with them allready being registered with PADI online may work out real good.

Jack

[lobster451]

There is no end in sight for the adventuristic person that require's inclusive services.
My wife and I did this in Florida some 8yrs ago. Book work ahead of time drove down 1 day of class and instruction. BAM!!! we were frikin diving and spearing that afternon.

It's a great Idea.....

[frijolitos]

If I ever get that way I'd love to dive with you Jack. I haven't been out since I got hit with the coconut,(5month) and have been told to wait a year or so.....Good luck on the venture, I know some guys that dive the phillipines alot and I'll pass along your info.

[lokegirl48]

Sounds like a great idea Jack. Vacation/school pkg should do well. Have you got the nitrox system yet? One of the partners of my work makes those compressors and sends them world wide. Nuvair part of Undersea Breathing Systems. I am sure he could set you up if you need anything.
Best of luck

[bertram31]

Originally Posted by lokegirl48

Sounds like a great idea Jack. Vacation/school pkg should do well. Have you got the nitrox system yet? One of the partners of my work makes those compressors and sends them world wide. Nuvair part of Undersea Breathing Systems. I am sure he could set you up if you need anything.
Best of luck

PM sent, thanks.

Jack