PADI Divemaster Course
Join our PADI Divemaster course and learn what it takes to be a PADI Pro a personalized course and flexible schedules.
Become a Divemaster
Learn how to supervise divers underwater to ensure a safe and fun experience.
Course Duration
Training requires about 6-8 weeks to complete but the schedule can vary greatly. Reach out to inquire about a personalized schedule.
Lifetime Certification
The PADI Divemaster certification is the first professional level of diving. You become more than just a great diver, you become a dive pro.
E-Learning and classroom sessions
Confined and open water training
Hands-on experience working with students and certified divers
Course Components
Course Details
What is the PADI Divemaster certification?
The PADI Divemaster course is your first step toward becoming a professional scuba diver. It is designed for experienced divers who are ready to develop professional-level dive skills, leadership ability, and real-world experience.
During the course, you will learn how to lead certified divers, assist instructors with scuba courses, organize diving activities, solve problems, and become a confident role model for other divers.
Why take the Divemaster course with Salty Boogers?
Divemaster training should be an apprenticeship—not a rushed checklist or a high-volume internship.
Your primary mentor will be John Ratko, an experienced PADI Master Instructor with a professional background in both diving and education. Before working full-time in the dive industry, John spent eight years as a teacher, including teaching physics and special education. He also holds a master’s degree in educational leadership and has experience in instructional coaching.
That background matters. Effective Divemaster training requires more than demonstrating skills and checking boxes. John’s experience allows him to explain complex concepts clearly, adapt instruction to different learning styles, identify specific areas for improvement, and provide useful feedback as you develop into a dive professional.
John has also worked as a freelance instructor and dive professional with several dive shops around Roatán. This provides firsthand experience with different boats, teams, customers, training styles, and operating procedures—not simply the routines of one dive operation.
You will also gain practical experience assisting with real courses and dive operations in Roatán. We focus on developing capable professionals who can plan dives, deliver effective briefings, lead confidently, support student divers, recognize problems, and respond calmly when conditions change.
The goal is not simply to complete the requirements. It is to prepare you to think, work, teach, and lead confidently as a professional Divemaster.
How much does it cost?
The complete PADI Divemaster course is $1,200 USD, including the required PADI Divemaster eLearning and training materials, instruction, practical training, and certification fees.
The $500 materials payment gives you access to the required PADI learning materials, reserves your training, and is applied toward the $1,200 total course price. The remaining course balance is $700.
We accept payments in Dollars, Lempiras, Venmo, PayPal, and major cryptocurrencies.
Prices are listed in USD. Payment-processing fees may apply to credit cards, PayPal, or other third-party payment methods.
What will we do in the course?
The PADI Divemaster course combines independent study, professional-level dive theory, water skills, workshops, and practical experience.
Your training includes:
Dive physics, physiology, equipment, decompression theory, and the underwater environment
PADI standards, risk management, and professional responsibilities
Waterskills and stamina assessments
Rescue-skill development and problem-solving exercises
Demonstration-quality scuba skills
Dive-site mapping
Search-and-recovery and deep-diving workshops
Planning and delivering dive briefings
Guiding certified divers
Organizing and supervising dive activities
Assisting instructors with student-diver training
To begin the course, you must:
Be at least 18 years old
Be certified as an Advanced Open Water Diver and Rescue Diver, or hold qualifying certifications
Have completed CPR and first-aid training within the previous 24 months
Have medical clearance to dive signed by a physician within the previous 12 months
Have at least 40 logged dives
You must have at least 60 logged dives before earning your PADI Divemaster certification.
Divemaster training is performance-based, so the schedule depends on your experience, availability, and progress. It can be completed intensively or spread across several weeks to provide more time for practical experience.
Who will be my instructor?
At Salty Boogers, you will work with the same mentor instructor throughout your Divemaster training. Your instructor will understand your experience, your goals, and the areas where you need additional practice. You will also be paired up with other instructors to assist on dives and courses and learn from a variety of experienced pros.
Your training will be supervised directly by an experienced PADI Master Instructor who works with students and certified divers every day. We strive to make the course challenging, practical, safe, and enjoyable while preparing you for the responsibilities of becoming a PADI Professional.
How can I contact you?
WhatsApp: +504 9823-4413
Email: info@saltyboogers.com
Remember, we are usually underwater, but we will respond as soon as we dry off!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my own gear?
Absolutely. Rental equipment is included if needed, but diving in your own equipment is always recommended. We especially encourage divers to use their own mask and dive computer whenever possible.
How deep will we go?
The maximum depth depends on the Adventure Dive being conducted. Some dives, such as Peak Performance Buoyancy or Night Diving, are typically conducted in shallower water. During the Deep Adventure Dive, students may dive to a maximum depth of 100 feet (30 meters).
What should I bring?
Bring your swimsuit, towel, water bottle, and a willingness to learn. We recommend wearing your swimsuit under comfortable clothing and bringing a rash guard or quick-dry shirt for additional sun protection. A change of clothes and a little cash for local shops is also a good idea.
Where will we do the course?
All five Adventure Dives will be conducted on Roatan's barrier reef. Dive sites are selected based on the Adventure Dives included in your course, weather conditions, and your experience level. Briefings can be conducted at the dive shop, your hotel, or even a local cafe.
Is Advanced Open Water worth it?
Absolutely. The course increases your maximum recommended depth from 60 feet (18 meters) to 100 feet (30 meters) and helps you become a more capable, confident diver. Many of Roatan's best dive sites are best enjoyed with the additional experience and depth allowance gained during this course.
Do I need a dive computer?
A dive computer is highly recommended and is required for some Adventure Dives. If you don't own one, we can provide a rental computer for the course.
Contact us for the AOW Course
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