Become

PADIDivemaster

Are you a dive addict? Do you talk about your diving adventures to just about anyone who will listen? Do you want to be the best diver you can be by growing your diving know-how and skills? If you nodded along to any of these, then it might be time to jump aboard the PADI Divemaster bandwagon!

Start your adventure

What is aPADI Divemaster?

PADI Divemasters are basically like you, but with a little extra spice.

They’ve taken their love for diving to the next level and gone pro! Want to know why? Here are a few reasons we hear all the time:

To Live the Dream

For many divers, becoming a PADI Divemaster is the ticket to making a living doing what they love. Imagine working full-time on a beautiful island like Gran Canaria, or just helping out with local classes part-time. Either way, becoming a PADI Divemaster can open up a whole new world of exciting experiences and opportunities for you.

To Dive Like a Pro

PADI Divemasters gotta know their stuff. We’ll teach you everything you need to know through knowledge development sessions, water skill exercises, workshops, and hands-on practical assessments. As a PADI Divemaster, you’ll not only learn how to organize and lead a bunch of scuba diving activities, but you’ll also become a pro yourself! You’ll be a role model that others look up to. How awesome is that?

To Share their Passion

Lots of dive addicts become Divemasters because they’re stoked to show offall the cool stuffdown below and do their part in looking after the ocean. These PADI pros are like underwater gurus, taking others on a journey to discover the most mind-blowing sights and experiences underwater.

What can I do as a PADI Divemaster?

As a PADI Divemaster, you get to inspire and help others. You can do all sorts of cool stuff, like:

Look after divers and lead guided dives
Help out with scuba classes
Give briefings before dives
Train divers who need a refresher
Teach people advanced snorkelling techniques
Help out in Discover Scuba® Diving (DSD) programs
Teach some non-diving PADI specialty courses
Find awesome diving jobs at home or abroad
Level up your career by becoming a DSD Leader* or a PADI Instructor

*Discover Scuba® Diving Leader internship is included in our package to increase your spice. As a PADI DSD Leader, you will have the skills to lead DSD programs in confined water. You got this!

How do I become aPADI Divemaster with Nautico?

To kick things off, here are the requirements you need to meet to start your Divemaster program:

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver and Rescue Diver certified*
Minimum 18 years old
40 logged dives*
Completed an Emergency First Response® Primary and Secondary Care certification course (or qualifying course) within the past 24 months*
Medically cleared for diving by a physician within 12 months

*Not there yet? No worries. We offer 4/5/6 week Divemaster internships to meet you at the level you are at.

Through your Divemaster training, you will be tackling many knowledge development sessions, water skill workshops, and hands-on assessments covering many topics.

Let’s dive in!

PADI Divemaster role + characteristics
Supervising dive activities
Keeping divers safe and managing risk
What programs can Divemasters lead?
Business of diving and how to kickstart your career
Awareness of the dive environment + why it matters
How to organize + manage dive activities
Mapping a dive site
Giving killer dive briefings
Organizing a search & recovery project
Diving up to 40 meters
Leading PADI ReActivate courses and snorkelling activities
Assist with Discover Scuba Diving
Lead DSD activities through our DSD Leader internship
Guiding divers on recreational dives

Why should I do myPADI Divemaster internship with Nautico?

Great Q! Over 4, 5, or 6 weeks (or other agreed upon period), you’ll be joining Benji and Bella 5–6 days a week, diving and learning all the ins and outs of working as a pro in the dive industry! Here’s a bit more about what to expect as a Divemaster trainee at Nautico.

Practice, practice, practice in Nautico's private swimming pool

Dive into your classroom on the sea! Many waterskills exercises, workshops, and Divemaster assisted confined water sessions are held in the pool. Take advantage of endless opportunities to practice your skills in a safe and controlled environment right at the center. Kinda like training for a marathon – you gotta stretch those muscles many times to get your technique down before you hit the open ocean. So dive in and get that practice!

Expand your skillset with BOAT and SHORE diving

Boat diving and shore diving are totally different beasts, each with their own set of challenges. Gain experience in adapting to both types of diving and become a more well-rounded dive pro – better prepared to handle a variety of dive scenarios. Plus, who doesn’t love the thrill of exploring the underwater world from different perspectives?

Work hard, play hard at your new office on the sea

Chill in great company with the ocean as your backdrop. Make the most of Nautico’s amazing spot on the sea and the many opportunities to chill and make lasting connections with our tight-knit community of divers. This is, in our opinion, easily the BEST part about diving anywhere. Brownie points for being able to grab a tank and simply walk down to go for a dive!

Mi casa es tu casa

You will be shadowing and learning directly from Nautico’s owners and instructors, Benji and Bella. They will take the time to get to know you, understand your goals, and make sure you have the best possible experience during your Divemaster internship at Nautico. Though you will be challenged as appropriate to build your confidence and ability, this is a heavily guided program with loads of opportunity for reflection and asking questions. We’ll be there every step of the way. 🙂

So, you wanna become a PADI Divemaster?

Global demand for PADI professionals is at an all-time high.

FAQ

What is the price of the Divemaster program?

Starting at €750 for a certified Rescue Diver. Reach out for a personalized quote based on your level. Wetsuit, booties, fins, and mask rental included. Lunch and drinks included.

What is excluded in the price?

PADI materials and applications. Torch, dive computer, dive knife, DSMB with reel, compass. We could help you get these – just let us know!

How long does the Divemaster internship take?

For a certified Rescue Diver, we recommend to take 4 weeks. The time of the internship varies based on your level and personal goals.

Can I do the course at my own pace?

Yes, you can do the theoretical part of the course at your own pace! The internship itself will be completed within an agreed upon timeframe.

Are there different language options?

PADI’s eLearning gives the opportunity to learn the theory in most languages! At Nautico, the main language we use is English, but we speak a combination of English, Spanish, Dutch, Portuguese, German.

Medical requirements

You need to be medically cleared for diving by a physician within 12 months.

Explore theDive sites in gran canaria

Pasito Blanco

max. depth 20m / boat dive

Impressive oval-shaped reef made of natural lava formations, coming up from pristine white sand.

Arguineguín Reef

max. depth 20m / boat dive

Our beautiful house reef: huge schools of barracudas and sardines. Like Pasito Blanco, this site is abounding with fish.

Wrecks of Mogán

max. depth 20M / boat dive

Two wrecks in one dive! Two sunken fishing boats next to each other – the Alegranza and the Ceremonja II.

Lost City of Atlantis

max. depth 20M / boat dive

Loads of marine life at this artificial reef based on the city of Atlantis.

Como II Wreck

max. depth 30M / boat dive

Great dive for more experienced divers. This wreck is a small fishing boat of about 18 meters long.

Tufia

max. depth 18M / shore dive

Charming fishing village with beautiful volcanic reef.

Balito Deep

max. depth 24M / boat dive

Balito deep is a circular volcanic reef where you'll often find big schools of yellow snappers and barracudas.

El Cabrón

max. depth 32M / shore dive

This is true: entering and exiting is a bastard at best. Is it worth it? Absolutely. Is it for everyone? Nope.

Bahía Lila

max. depth 16M / boat dive

A simple, shallow dive with overhang ledges and a small cave.

Risco Verde

max. depth 12M / shore dive

This natural reef also reflects the volcanic origin of Gran Canaria with a diversified biodiversity.

We are always exploring and updating our
list of regular dive sites excursions!

If you have a special interest in a dive site which is not listed here,
just let us know – we love to arrange special trips! 🙂