RAID Open Water 20

Course Overview & Training Objectives

RAID Open Water 20 is an autonomous diver entry course fundamentally structured around RAID's signature 'neutral buoyancy from day one' philosophy, ensuring students perform all skills floating in horizontal trim rather than kneeling on the bottom. The curriculum incorporates comprehensive digital e-learning, continuous in-water assessment, and a minimum of 4 hours confined water training followed by 2 hours of open water bottom time. Qualifying divers are certified to plan and conduct autonomous no-decompression open water dives to 20 meters with an equally certified buddy.

Operational Envelope

• Max Depth: 20m (66ft)
• Decompression: No decompression
• Breathing Gases: Air or Nitrox
• Equipment Rig: Single

Course Structure & Training Requirements

• Course Duration: 3 to 4 Days
• Required Training Dives: 4 in-water dives
• Classroom & Theory: 6 hours instruction

Entry Gates & Prerequisites

Min age 15 (Junior 12–14, Cadet 10–11); 200m swim; 10-min survival float; medical clearance