Dive Courses & Specialties

Become a certified diver.

PADI certifications from Open Water to Divemaster, taught in small groups in Sámara.

From first certification to Go Pro.

Internationally recognized PADI certifications, taught in small groups with full equipment, snacks and hydration, and support through the whole course.

Become a certified diver

PADI Open Water Diver

The first big step toward discovering the ocean. Through a safe, fun and fully guided experience, you'll learn everything you need to explore the underwater world with confidence and independence.

  • Study the theory at your own pace with PADI eLearning
  • Develop essential skills in confined water
  • Apply what you learn on open water dives surrounded by marine life
  • Full scuba equipment
  • Certified PADI Instructors and Divemasters
  • Small groups, snacks and hydration, support throughout
18 m / 60 ft · dive anywhere in the world
Open Water student practicing buoyancy in the pool

Diving Specialties

Dive deeper into what you love.

Conservation, longer bottom times, emergency readiness, perfect buoyancy. Tap a specialty to see what it covers.

PADI AWARE · Coral Reef ConservationTheory program · join Proyecto Corales Playa Sámara+

Creates awareness of the importance of coral reefs and the vital role they play in marine ecosystems.

  • Coral reef ecology and how reefs function
  • Threats affecting marine ecosystems
  • Coral conservation and restoration
  • The importance of marine biodiversity

You can also learn about and take part in Proyecto Corales Playa Sámara, a local project restoring the coral reefs of Sámara's bay.

PADI AWARE · Dive with PurposeBecome an ocean advocate+

Focused on protecting the oceans and marine life through educational programs and conservation actions.

  • Marine conservation
  • Environmental impact and sustainability
  • Marine species protection
  • Current challenges facing our oceans
Dive Against DebrisTurn every dive into positive action+

Learn to safely remove marine debris while contributing valuable data to a global conservation database. Every cleanup dive becomes part of an international effort to understand and combat marine pollution.

Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox)More time underwater, more comfort+

Enjoy longer, more comfortable dives by reducing nitrogen absorption. The most popular specialty among recreational divers.

  • Longer bottom times within no-decompression limits
  • Shorter surface intervals
  • Increased safety margin
  • Reduced fatigue after multiple dives

You'll learn to analyze enriched air mixtures, set up your dive computer and follow Nitrox procedures.

Emergency Oxygen ProviderRespond confidently in diving emergencies+

Learn to recognize dive-related illnesses that may require emergency oxygen and how to properly administer it. An excellent complement for divers, dive professionals, boat crew and anyone who wants stronger emergency response skills.

Peak Performance BuoyancyControl, comfort and efficiency+

Fine-tune your buoyancy control underwater.

  • Move more efficiently
  • Reduce air consumption
  • Improve comfort and trim
  • Protect fragile ecosystems by avoiding accidental contact

Mastering buoyancy makes every dive more relaxed, effortless and enjoyable.

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