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PADI SPECIALTY COURSES

Take your diving to the next level with our PADI Specialty Courses in Playa del Carmen! From deep diving and Nitrox to sidemount, each specialty helps you sharpen your skills, build confidence, and turn every dive into a new adventure—plus, they count toward becoming a Master Scuba Diver. ​Pick a single specialty or create your own combo with our Bundle Builder—we’ll get back to you soon with a personalized program and quote designed just for you!

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Enriched Air Nitrox diver analyze the content of a nitrox tank

ENRICHED AIR NITROX

Included dives

eLearning

Stay longer, dive smarter!

None

2-4 hrs

Extend your bottom time and reduce surface intervals by learning to dive with enriched air. Ideal for getting the most out of every underwater adventure.

Workshop

1-2 hrs

USD

$209

Divers explore a deep reef in Playa del Carmen

DEEP DIVER

Included dives

eLearning

Go further, dive deeper

4

2-4 hrs

Reach new depths and explore sites beyond the usual limits. Build the confidence and skills to safely plan and execute dives up to 40 meters while diving Playa del Carmen's stunning reefs.

Workshop

None

USD

$379

Two divers in sidemount setup and dry suit enjoying exploring a cenote in Playa del Carmen

SIDEMOUNT

Included dives

eLearning

Streamlined, balanced, free

4+1 pool

2-4 hrs

Discover a new way to scuba dive with sidemount gear. Enhance your streamlining, balance, and air management with a versatile setup loved worldwide — an ideal certification if you’re aiming for cave diving.

Workshop

2 hrs

USD

$649

Two divers practice hovering during peak performance buoyancy training

PEAK PERFORMANCE BUOYANCY

Included dives

eLearning

Master your balance, glide with ease

2+1 pool

2-4 hrs

Fine-tune your control underwater to glide effortlessly and minimize your impact on fragile marine life. Master the art of buoyancy for safer, more enjoyable dives.

Workshop

0-1 hr

USD

$259

A girl diver is excited to encounter a Bull Shark in Playa del Carmen

SHARK CONSERVATION

Included dives

eLearning

Protect predators, preserve the ocean

2

None

Learn how to protect sharks and advocate for their survival. Playa del Carmen, home to a thriving bull shark population, offers the perfect backdrop for this exciting course.

Workshop

None

USD

$149

A diver explore the Mama Viña wreck in Playa del Carmen

WRECK DIVER

Included dives

eLearning

Explore the past, dive into history

4

2-4 hrs

Explore history frozen in time. Learn how to safely navigate and enjoy wrecks, unlocking new adventure opportunities beneath the waves.

Workshop

1 hr

USD

$379

Divers practice rigging and lifting an object using a lift bag

SEARCH & RECOVERY

Included dives

eLearning

Find it, tie it, lift it.

4

2-4 hrs

Learn effective search patterns and recovery techniques for lost objects underwater. A skillful course that sharpens your navigation and problem-solving abilities.

Workshop

None

USD

$379

Two divers perform a marine debris survey in Playa del Carmen

DIVE AGAINST DEBRIS

Included dives

eLearning

Clean the ocean, one dive at a time

2

1-2 hrs

Join the global movement to protect our oceans. This course empowers you to safely collect and remove marine debris, leaving the underwater world cleaner for future generations.

Workshop

1/2 hr

USD

$149

Divers explore a Playa del Carmen's reef at night

NIGHT DIVER

Included dives

eLearning

Discover a whole new world after dark

3

2-4 hrs

Experience a different side of diving after the sun goes down. Discover nocturnal marine life and master techniques for safe and thrilling night dives.

Workshop

None

USD

$379

A diver practices providing emergency oxygen during training

OXYGEN PROVIDER

Included dives

eLearning

Be ready to respond

None

2-4 hrs

Be ready for emergencies by learning how to administer emergency oxygen. A crucial skill that enhances your safety and confidence as a diver.

Workshop

3 hrs

USD

$139

Divers drifting while holding a DSMB

DRIFT DIVER

Included dives

eLearning

Go with the flow and master the current

2

2-4 hrs

Master the art of diving into the strong currents of Playa del Carmen, this course teaches you to navigate effortlessly while staying safe, enhancing your diving skills and confidence in open water.

Workshop

None

USD

$259

Two divers explore a cenote in Playa del Carmen wearing a dry suit

DRY SUIT

Included dives

eLearning

Stay warm, dive longer

2+1 pool

2-4 hrs

Prepare for cold-water diving with the Dry Suit course. Whether you're exploring cenotes or cooler dive sites, this certification teaches you to stay comfortable and safe in a dry suit, expanding your diving opportunities year-round.

Workshop

2 hrs

USD

$259

Dive regulator components laid out for maintenance

EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST

Included dives

eLearning

Know your gear, save the dive

None

2-4 hrs

Master the art of dive gear maintenance and troubleshooting with the Equipment Specialist course. Learn how to care for and repair your equipment, ensuring a safe and smooth dive every time, especially in remote locations or on extended trips.

Workshop

3 hrs

USD

$139

Divers practice compass navigation

UNDERWATER NAVIGATOR

Included dives

eLearning

Know where you are, wherever you go

4

2-4 hrs

Enhance your underwater navigation skills and gain confidence in exploring new dive sites. Learn to use a compass and natural navigation techniques to find your way and navigate safely, ensuring efficient and enjoyable dives in diverse environments.

Workshop

None

USD

$349

A diver handles an underwater camera with housing

UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHER

Included dives

eLearning

Shoot, edit, and share your underwater world

2

2-4 hrs

Learn the basics of underwater photography and capture the vibrant reefs of Playa del Carmen through your lens—perfect for divers and photo enthusiasts alike.

Workshop

1 hr

USD

$259

Divers take care of a coral nursery

PADI AWARE SPECIALIST

Included dives

eLearning

Dive with purpose, protect with knowledge

None

1-2 hrs

Become a dedicated advocate for ocean conservation with the PADI AWARE Specialist course. Learn about the critical global issues facing our oceans and how you can make a positive impact on marine ecosystems.

Workshop

2 hrs

USD

$74

A diver perform a coral survey

CORAL REEF CONSERVATION

Included dives

eLearning

Protect what you love

None

None

Take action for the ocean—discover how to safeguard coral reefs and support marine conservation in one of the most biodiverse reef systems on Earth.

Workshop

2 hrs

USD

$74

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