What is the minimum number of open water dives required for NAUI certification?

The minimum number of open water dives required for NAUI certification is four. This requirement ensures that divers gain sufficient experience and skill through a structured series of dives in an open water environment. Each dive allows students to practice and demonstrate their abilities, reinforce safety protocols, and build confidence in their diving skills under varied conditions. Accumulating four dives provides a comprehensive foundation for a diver's training and helps instructors assess the participant's readiness for safe diving practices. This structured approach contributes to fostering competence and safety in the diving community, aligning with NAUI's commitment to high training standards.