STEP UP & LEAD

What It Is

This bundle is your launchpad from recreational diver to professional leader. You’ll progress through the full range of advanced training — from Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver, all the way to Divemaster, Instructor, or even MSDT depending on your chosen package. Designed for those who already hold the Open Water Diver certification, this program offers a clear track to grow your confidence, teaching ability, and dive career potential.

Who It's For

Divers who are Open Water certified and ready to take their passion to the next level. Whether you aim to assist, teach, or inspire others underwater, this path empowers you to make diving your profession.

Your Path, Your Pace

Each package offers a different endpoint and pace, so you can choose the professional level that fits your goals:

• Standard – Become a PADI Divemaster while logging up to 45 dives, completing your pro training step by step.

  Includes a FREE Dive Against Debris Specialty and a 1-year PADI Club Membership.

  
  

• Premium – Take it further and become an Instructor with full IDC training, including your EFR Instructor and Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor courses.

  
  

• Elite – Finish as a true leader with MSDT preparation, gaining experience in five PADI specialties to boost your teaching versatility and career prospects.

All packages are modular: take them all in one go, or spread them across 6 months to fit your lifestyle.

Course Structure & Schedule

The program combines flexibility with hands-on experience:

• eLearning is included for each course, so you can complete theory online before arrival.

• Live Videoconference Classes – 3 days for Divemaster knowledge development (can be delivered in person during the hands-on training modules); 6 to 9 days for IDC and MSDT (Premium and Elite only)

• Practical training involves confined sessions, open water scenarios, and skill workshops guided by experienced instructors.

• Daily schedule – tailored week-by-week depending on your package, course progression, and diving conditions

Why choose this path

• Designed for certified divers ready to take the next big step in their pro journey

• Choose to qualify as a Divemaster, Instructor, or MSDT—your future, your pace

• Build confidence through hands-on training and structured mentorship

• Progress through a flexible, guided learning path with real teaching experience

• Become a knowledgeable, reliable leader in and out of the water

• Join a global community of ocean advocates through your FREE Dive Against Debris specialty

• Stay inspired and connected with a FREE 1-year PADI Club membership

Train where others come to dive

Playa del Carmen offers a dynamic mix of reef and cavern environments ideal for developing real-world teaching skills. Your pro-level dives will take place in coral gardens and reef walls alive with parrotfish, angelfish, sea turtles, and the occasional nurse shark. From November to April, you might even witness the impressive Bull Sharks in their seasonal habitat. Want to level up your experience? You can upgrade your training to include Cozumel’s legendary drift dives or the sacred freshwater cenotes—both signature highlights of the Riviera Maya. Just ask how to add them to your journey.

Pricing

Each package offers significant savings over booking courses individually:

• Standard: $1969 USD (save $267)

• Premium: $3587 USD (save $566)

• Elite: $3847 USD (save $748)

Flexible payment plans available—ask us how to reserve your spot with a deposit.

Ready to Go Pro?

Already in love with diving? Now it’s time to lead. Whether you're aiming for Divemaster, Instructor, or MSDT, this path puts your passion into action.

Choose your package and become the dive leader others look up to.

Before booking, please review our Cancellation Policy and ensure you meet the requirements of the mandatory Diver Medical Form.