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PADI Divemaster Course

The PADI Divemaster course is your first step into the professional level of scuba diving. This course transforms you from a recreational diver into a dive professional with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to supervise diving activities and assist instructors.

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You don’t need to feel like a “leader” before you start — that’s exactly what this course trains you to become. Through structured training, practical skill development, and real-world scenarios, you’ll grow into the role step by step.

What can I learn in this course?

- Develop professional-level dive theory knowledge

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- Refine buoyancy, awareness, and demonstration-quality skills

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- Learn how to supervise certified divers and student divers

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- Practice accident prevention and diver safety management

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- Build confidence, responsibility, and leadership underwater

Course Details

Price:

¥170,000

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Includes:​

  • All classroom, pool, and ocean training fees

  • Facility usage fees

  • Instructor-led professional training

  • Insurance during the course

  • Transportation from Tokyo and back

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Not Included:

  • PADI Divemaster eLearning materials

  • Gear rentals

  • Personal expenses (meals, accommodation if required)

  • Additional training fees only if performance requirements are not met within the scheduled course days

Duration: ​

  • Course-based program (typically 5 days)

  • Schedule may vary depending on student progress and conditions

  • PADI eLearning completed before and during the course

 

The Divemaster course is performance-based, not rushed. Certification is earned by meeting professional standards, not by simply finishing days.

The course can be also be completed over non-consecutive days to suit your schedule.

Prerequisites:

To enroll in the PADI Divemaster course, you must:

  • Be 18 years old or older

  • Be a certified PADI Rescue Diver (or equivalent)

  • Hold CPR & First Aid certification within the past 24 months

  • Have at least 40 logged dives to begin the course

  • Be medically cleared for diving within the past 12 months

 

A minimum of 60 logged dives is required for certification.

Course Overview: 

The PADI Divemaster course focuses on professional development, not just diving skills.

Training is divided into three core areas:

 

1. Knowledge Development

You’ll study dive theory in depth, including physics, physiology, equipment, decompression theory, and dive management. This portion includes independent study using PADI Divemaster eLearning.

 

2. Water Skills & Stamina

You’ll complete water skills assessments to demonstrate comfort, control, and fitness in the water. These are not races — they evaluate technique, consistency, and endurance.

 

3. Practical Application

You’ll apply what you’ve learned through structured scenarios, workshops, and problem-solving exercises that reflect real diving situations faced by dive professionals.

 

Two written exams are included as part of the course.

  • Passing score: 75%

  • If standards are not met, additional training may be required

 

Water Skills & Fitness Requirements:

 

As part of the Divemaster course, you’ll complete the following water skills assessments:

  • Swim 400 meters/yards nonstop (any stroke, no aids)

  • Swim 800 meters/yards using mask, snorkel, and fins

  • Tow or push a fully equipped diver 100 meters/yards at the surface

  • Tread water for 15 minutes, with hands (not arms) out of the water for the final 2 minutes

 

These skills assess stamina, calmness, and control — not speed.

Lesson Materials: 

  • PADI Divemaster eLearning

  • Instructor-led theory reviews

  • Practical workshops and skill demonstrations

  • Professional scenario training

 

You’ll be guided on exactly what to study and when.

Daily Schedules (How everything works):

 

Step 1 – Application

Contact us through the application form. We’ll confirm prerequisites, explain the course structure, and complete the necessary paperwork.

 

Step 2 – eLearning & Theory

You’ll complete PADI Divemaster eLearning at home using your PC or tablet, with instructor guidance throughout the course.

 

Step 3 – Pool & Ocean Training

You’ll complete structured pool and ocean sessions focused on skill refinement, professional techniques, and scenario-based training.

 

Step 4 – Assessments & Certification

Once all performance requirements are met, your instructor will process your Divemaster certification with PADI.

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Congratulations - You're a Divemaster!

 

Completing the PADI Divemaster course means you’ve taken the first step into the professional diving world. You’re now trained to supervise diving activities, assist instructors, and act as a role model for other divers. This certification opens doors — whether you want to work in diving, travel the world, or continue toward Instructor training.

 

Once you complete the course, your instructor will submit your certification to PADI. Your official PADI eCard will be available in the PADI App within 24 hours.

A physical certification card is optional and, if ordered, usually arrives by mail within 1–3 weeks.

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If you still have questions, check out the PADI FAQ's here or message us.

Ready to get Started?

If you’re passionate about diving, enjoy helping others, and want to develop professional-level skills, the PADI Divemaster course is your gateway.

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Contact us to begin your journey into the professional diving world.

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