Divemaster course in Tenerife

Turn your passion into a career! As a PADI Divemaster, you will lead dives, assist instructors with students and become a leader in the global diving community. Train in Tenerife’s year-round sunshine with our experienced team at Diving Atlantis. Our program takes you beyond the textbooks; you will gain hands-on experience managing daily logistics, guiding certified divers across our best volcanic reefs, and learning the ropes of a busy, successful dive center. Whether you want to work traveling the world or simply master your scuba skills, your professional journey starts right here in the Atlantic.

FROM BEGINNER TO PROFESSIONAL: You can enroll in our Divemaster track even if you have zero prior experience or certifications. We offer a "Zero to Hero" pathway that allows complete beginners to complete all required PADI courses in a row, taking you from your very first breath underwater all the way to a professional rating. The courses that you need to complete to start your Divemaster course are OWD, AOWD, Rescue and EFR (or analogue certifications in other diving federations).

CROSS-OVER DIVERS WELCOME: If you already hold diving certifications from another organization (like SSI, CMAS, BSAC, etc.), you can easily cross over to the PADI system and continue your professional studies with us without losing your progress.

MULTILINGUAL TRAINING: We run regular Divemaster courses led by highly qualified, widely experienced instructors in multiple languages, including English, Polish, French, Spanish, German, and Russian.

Becoming a PADI Divemaster is an exciting step into the professional world of scuba diving. To enroll in the course, you must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• AGE: You must be 18 years old or older at the start of the training.
• CERTIFICATIONS: You must hold a PADI Rescue Diver certification (or an equivalent qualifying certification from another recognized scuba training organization).
• FIRST AID TRAINING: You must have a current Emergency First Response (EFR) Primary and Secondary Care certificate (or qualifying CPR/First Aid training) completed within the last 24 months.
• LOGGED DIVES: You need a minimum of 40 logged dives to officially begin the course (note: you will need at least 60 logged dives to graduate and register as a PADI Divemaster).
• MEDICAL CLEARANCE: You must provide a Diver Medical Statement signed and approved by a physician within the last 12 months, confirming you are fit for professional scuba diving.

The PADI Divemaster course is a comprehensive, hands-on program designed to transform you from a recreational diver into a confident marine leader. The training is divided into three core pillars, combining theoretical knowledge with practical, real-world application.

1. KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT (THEORY)

Through convenient online PADI eLearning, you will study advanced dive theory at your own pace. Supported by your Diving Atlantis mentor, you will master:

• The physics and physiology of scuba diving.
• Decompression theory, dive planning, and the mechanics of dive equipment.
• The dynamics of the marine environment and underwater mapping techniques.
• Risk management and emergency response protocols.

2. WATERMANSHIP & PRACTICAL SKILL MASTERY

You will refine your physical stamina and elevate your personal diving skills to a demonstration-quality standard. This includes:

• Stamina Assessments: Swimming, snorkeling, and water-treading exercises to ensure you are in peak professional condition.
• Diver Rescue Workshop: Perfecting your ability to manage stress and assist divers in distress both on the surface and underwater.
• The Skills Circuit: Mastering the 24 basic scuba skills so perfectly that you can clearly demonstrate and teach them to nervous beginners.

3. PRACTICAL APPLICATION & INTERNSHIP

The best way to learn is by doing. You will work side-by-side with our active instructors during real daily operations at our dive center. You will get hands-on experience with:

• Assisting with Students: Learning how to supervise and manage safety while instructors teach Try Dives, Open Water courses, and continuing education.
• Guiding Certified Divers: Learning how to give professional dive briefings, navigate Tenerife's volcanic reefs, and safely lead groups of certified divers.
• Dive Center Logistics: Gaining deep insight into the daily running of a busy facility, managing equipment, and organizing boat departures from our two harbors.

We believe in complete transparency when it comes to your professional training. To help you budget for your career move, here is a clear breakdown of what is covered by Diving Atlantis and what is paid separately.

INCLUDED IN THE COURSE FEE:

• Unlimited Diving: Access to unlimited dives throughout the duration of your course to build your confidence and quickly boost your logbook.
• Professional Mentorship: Direct, daily guidance and assessments from our highly experienced, multilingual instructor team.
• Tanks & Weights: Unlimited use of standard 12L or 15L steel tanks, air fills, and weight belts. As a professional candidate, you are expected to dive in your own equipment. However, if you have not bought your own gear yet, we will provide you with the equipment you are missing.
• Facility Access: Use of our dive center facilities, gear washing stations, and secure overnight equipment storage room.
• Boat Logistics Training: Practical experience on our two dive boats operating out of Puerto Colón and Las Galletas.

WHAT IS EXTRA (NOT INCLUDED):

• PADI Divemaster Crew-Pack (Mandatory): This is your official professional study kit. It includes your PADI Divemaster digital eLearning access, slates and instructor manuals. You purchase this directly through our center together with the divemaster course. (310 euros)
• PADI Application Fee (Mandatory): Upon successful completion of your course, you must pay your professional application fee directly to PADI via credit card. This registers you as an active, renewed pro member allowed to work worldwide. (about 140 euros)
• Medical Certificate: The cost of getting your physical exam and a signed "Fit to Dive" medical form from a physician.
• Diving Insurance: You must have active diving insurance covering you for divemaster training duration (which can be purchased daily, weekly, or monthly at our center if needed).

The prices listed below are exclusive, discounted rates for candidates enrolled in our PADI Divemaster Program.

We fully credit any certifications you already hold and will guide you through any missing courses required to start your professional training.

• OPEN WATER DIVER (OWD): Your beginner course. Learn the fundamentals of scuba diving. (3 days, 4 ocean dives, max depth 18m) — 352 €
• ADVANCED OPEN WATER DIVER (AOWD): Expand your skills, navigation, and deep diving capabilities. (2 days, 5 ocean dives, max depth 30m) — 276 €
• EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONSE (EFR): First Aid and CPR training. Note: Must be completed or renewed within 24 months of finishing your Divemaster course. (1 day) — 156 €
• RESCUE DIVER: Master dive safety, problem management, and diver rescue techniques. — 316 €
• PADI DIVEMASTER + DSD LEADER: Your professional training module, which includes qualifying you to lead PADI Discover Scuba Diving programs. — 850 €
• MANDATORY PADI LEARNING MATERIALS (CREW-PACK): — 310 €

RECOMMENDED PROFESSIONAL SPECIALTIES

Enhance your professional resume and dive capacity with these highly recommended PADI specialties:

• DEEP DIVER SPECIALTY: Extends your legal depth limit to the absolute recreational maximum of 40 meters. (2 days, 4 dives) — 276 €
• ENRICHED AIR NITROX: Learn to safely extend your bottom time—essential for working pros. — 196 €
• WRECK DIVER SPECIALTY: Master the skills needed to safely map and explore sunken ships. (2 days, 4 dives) — 276 €

🎚️ NOTE ON ADDITIONAL DIVES: If you need to log extra dives outside of your course requirements to reach the 60 dives needed for graduation, you can dive with us for free. All course and specialty prices include certification fees (except for the divemaster course itself), tanks, air and gear.

EXCLUSIVE BONUS: GET YOUR PADI DSD LEADER LICENSE FOR FREE!

When you complete your training with Diving Atlantis, you won't just graduate as a PADI Divemaster. We also include the PADI Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) Leader qualification as a complimentary gift from our dive center!

As a certified DSD Leader, you are legally authorized to independently introduce complete beginners to the magic of the underwater world, guiding them on their very first breaths in the ocean. In the diving industry, a Divemaster who can independently conduct DSD programs is incredibly valuable. Having this title on your resume gives you a massive competitive advantage and makes you instantly employable at dive shops around the globe.

By the time you graduate as a PADI Divemaster, you are required to own your own full set of scuba gear and professional accessories.

If you do not have your own equipment yet, we highly recommend waiting to buy it here in Tenerife! LOWER TAXES: The Canary Islands enjoy a special economic zone with significantly lower taxes than mainland Europe, making dive gear much cheaper here.

WHOLESALE DISCOUNTS: As a major diving center, Diving Atlantis buys directly from manufacturers. We pass our wholesale trade prices directly onto our Divemaster candidates, saving you hundreds of euros on premium brands.

EXPERT GUIDANCE: Our instructors will personally consult with you to help you select the most durable, reliable, and comfortable gear for your upcoming career.

GEAR THAT YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE AS A DIVEMASTER IN TENERIFE:

✅ Wetsuit 5 or 7 mm

✅ Mask, snorkel, fins, neoprene boots

✅ BCD

✅ Weight belt

✅ Regulator

✅ Buoy and reel

✅ Whistle

✅ Depth and time gauge (computer)

✅ Compass

✅ Cutting tool (knife)

✅ Underwater notebook