The first PADI professional level.

Become a PADI Divemaster in Hurghada

The PADI Divemaster is the first professional level in diving, the gateway to a career as a guide, instructor assistant, or diving professional. Unlike recreational training, this programme turns you from a certified diver into a true professional: supervising divers, assisting with training, managing a group at sea. It is a complete immersion over several weeks, supervised, in the heart of the Red Sea.

€1,300 / person

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The PADI Divemaster course is the first step to turning your passion into a real profession. This comprehensive program prepares you to supervise divers, assist instructors, and become a globally recognized professional.

From 1300€ — the exact price depends on your starting certification and the number of logged dives. Request your personalized quote on WhatsApp.

Program outline – 4 to 6 weeks

The pace and duration adapt to your starting experience and availability. In practice, the program unfolds in three stages.

Theory and core skills

You revisit every domain of diving knowledge — physics, physiology, equipment, planning, environment — but at a professional level, the level expected of a guide responsible for other divers.

Practice and demonstration

You repeat Open Water skills up to a demonstration level, the level a future student needs to see to learn properly. A divemaster doesn't just have good reflexes: they demonstrate the correct technique clearly, every single time.

Real-world supervision

You accompany real trips, assist in real training sessions, and brief real divers, under the constant supervision of an instructor. This is where theory becomes a profession.

Prerequisites

  • Minimum age: 18 years old (a Junior Divemaster program exists from age 15, with different conditions — ask us).
  • Certified as PADI Advanced Open Water and PADI Rescue Diver (or equivalent recognized certifications).
  • Completed an EFR (first aid) course within the last 24 months.
  • Minimum 40 logged dives to start the program, and 60 to be certified.
  • A medical certificate signed by a physician, dated within the last 12 months.

Included

  • Full supervision with PADI instructors.
  • PADI Divemaster certification (PADI professional status, digital certification card included via the PADI app).
  • Diving equipment provided during training dives.
  • Access to a PADI professional membership number and the PADI job board upon completion of the program.
  • Personalized support based on your starting level.

Not included

  • The PADI Divemaster educational materials pack (manual and logbook required, not provided).
  • Missing dives if you arrive with fewer than 40 logged dives (we can help you accumulate them, at an extra cost).
  • Diving insurance (recommended, not mandatory – you can purchase one on site).
  • Accommodation, if you are coming specifically for this program (we can point you to local options).

Quick facts

  • Duration: typically 4 to 6 weeks, depending on your pace and experience.
  • Dives required: 40 minimum to start, 60 for certification.
  • Minimum age: 18 years old (Junior Divemaster possible from 15 years old).
  • Required level: PADI Advanced Open Water + Rescue Diver + up-to-date EFR.
  • Instruction languages: English, French, German, Polish, Spanish.
  • Certification: PADI Divemaster — first professional level, PADI Pro status for life.

Frequently asked questions

I don't have 40 dives yet, can I still start?

Yes. We can help you accumulate the missing dives before the official start of the program, at an extra cost on top of the base price.

I am Rescue Diver certified but my EFR is over 24 months old, what do I do?

You just need to retake the EFR with us before starting — it's a short course that can be completed in one day.

Is the Divemaster meant to become an instructor later?

That's exactly the step it leads to. Divemaster is the mandatory prerequisite to become an Assistant Instructor and then a PADI Instructor (OWSI). Many of our candidates continue directly.

How long do I need to stay in Hurghada for this program?

Generally between 4 and 6 weeks full-time, but we can adjust the pace if you need a more spread-out schedule. Tell us your availability and we will build a realistic calendar.

Ready to move from diver to professional?

Write to us on WhatsApp for a personalized quote based on your current experience. Fast response.

See you underwater — this time on the other side of the briefing!

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