I have already taken my Padi open water. The coarse is fun and lets you see a different part of B.C. that will just blow your mind. It also takes your next Sunny Vacation ( i.e. mexico ) to a whole new level.
The cool thing is ...... you all have one thing in common already ( who needs an ice breaker ) and to share a new adventure amongst eachother is life changing.
I would love to do this with you but will have to wait till level 2. Just let me know when. lol.
For those who are thinking about it, DO IT !!!!!!! You'll understand why after your first dive.
Cheers