PADI Divemaster Course
Train for the Real World of Professional Diving
Build the skills, confidence and practical experience you need to work as a capable Divemaster anywhere in the world.
PADI Divemaster Course
Turn Your Passion for Diving into a Career
The PADI Divemaster Course is your first step into professional diving, but earning the certification is only part of the process.
At Pray Dive, our goal is to prepare you for the real world of professional diving. By the end of your training, we want you to feel confident assisting instructors, supervising certified divers, managing groups and responding calmly when situations do not go according to plan.
You will not simply complete a list of required exercises. You will train alongside our instructors during real courses and real diving trips, gaining practical experience with different students, environments and teaching styles.
COURSE OVERVIEW
EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW IN A NUTSHELL
At Pray Dive, we believe that real experience builds capable Divemasters. That is why we do not rush the process or follow a rigid timetable. Your training is adapted to your previous experience, your progress and the activities taking place at the dive centre. You will receive continuous feedback, repeat skills where necessary and gradually take on more responsibility as your confidence develops.
DURATION:
4-6 weeks – We strongly recommend allowing at least four weeks for the course. This gives you enough time to experience different courses, students, diving environments and professional situations.
NUMBER OF DIVES:
Approximately 45 dives. The exact number may be higher or lower depending on your previous experience, existing logged dives and progress during the program.
PREREQUISITES:
- PADI Rescue Diver certification or an accepted equivalent
- Emergency First Response certification completed within the previous 24 months
- A minimum of 40 logged dives before beginning the course
- A minimum of 60 logged dives before certification
- Minimum age of 18
- Medical clearance confirming that you are fit to dive
- Your own professional diving equipment – rental equipment is available at an additional cost if you do not yet own a complete set.
INCLUDES:
- Professional instruction and mentoring
- Pool sessions, Beach dives, Boat dives
- Approximately 45 training dives, adapted to your experience and progress
- Skill, stamina and rescue assessments
- Practical leadership training
- Experience assisting instructors during real courses
- Experience supervising and guiding certified divers
- Hotel transfers on boat-diving days
- Breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks during boat trips
- Ongoing coaching, feedback and support throughout your training
COST:
52,000 THB – PADI Divemaster eLearning and Crew Pack are not included and cost an additional 10,500 THB.
HOW YOUR DIVEMASTER TRAINING WORKS
Real Training Inside a Working Dive Centre
Unlike programs built around a fixed daily timetable, our Divemaster training follows the activities of a real dive operation. You will train alongside our instructors during actual courses and diving trips. Depending on the week, you may assist with Discover Scuba Diving, Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver or other programs running at the dive centre.
This means that every week is different. You will work with students of different experience levels, observe different teaching styles and learn how instructors adapt to different people and situations.
As your skills and confidence improve, you will gradually take on more responsibility. You will learn how to prepare activities, assist students, supervise certified divers, organise groups, conduct briefings and help the diving day run safely and smoothly.
TRAINING ADAPTED TO YOU
Every Divemaster candidate begins the program with a different level of experience.
For this reason, we adapt the training to your needs rather than moving everyone through an identical timetable. If you need additional practice in a particular area, we will spend more time on it. Skills can be repeated until they become natural and consistent.
There is no pressure to complete the program as quickly as possible. Our priority is making sure you leave feeling capable, confident and ready to work as a dive professional.
TRAINING IN DIFFERENT ENVIRONMENTS
Professional divers need to feel comfortable working in more than one environment. During your Divemaster program, you will gain experience across a range of training and diving situations.
BEACH DIVES
Gain experience organising shore-based activities, managing equipment and supervising entries and exits from the beach.
BOAT DIVES
Learn how to prepare groups, organise equipment, deliver briefings and support divers during real boat operations around Phuket.
POOL SESSIONS
Refine your demonstration-quality skills, practise student supervision and learn how to control confined-water activities safely and effectively.
WORKSHOPS
Take part in practical sessions covering dive planning, briefings, mapping, equipment, problem-solving, professional conduct and dive-centre procedures.
COURSE SCHEDULE
KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT & SKILLS REFINEMENT
BUILD THE FOUNDATION OF A DIVE PROFESSIONAL
✅ Complete your Divemaster theory and instructor-led knowledge reviews
✅ Review dive physics, physiology, decompression theory, equipment and dive planning
✅ Refine your personal diving skills and demonstrate them to PADI standards
✅ Complete stamina, rescue and water-skill assessments
✅ Develop clear underwater communication and professional-level awareness
✅ Learn how to demonstrate skills slowly, clearly and accurately to student divers
REAL COURSES AND
DIVE OPERATIONS
LEARN BY WORKING ALONGSIDE OUR INSTRUCTORS
✅ Assist with Discover Scuba Diving experiences
✅ Assist during Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver and other courses
✅ Support students during pool sessions, beach dives and boat dives
✅ Help instructors prepare equipment, students and training areas
✅ Observe different instructors, students and teaching methods
✅ Learn how a professional dive operation works before, during and after each activity
LEADERSHIP AND PROFESSIONAL READINESS
LEARN HOW TO THINK AND WORK AS A DIVEMASTER
✅ Supervise certified divers and manage groups
✅ Plan and lead supervised fun dives
✅ Deliver clear dive briefings
✅ Organise entries, exits, buddy teams and surface procedures
✅ Manage dive-site logistics and group movement
✅ Recognise potential problems before they develop
✅ Respond calmly to unexpected situations and simulated emergencies
✅ Receive continuous feedback from your instructors
✅ Complete your final leadership and professional assessments
ABOUT THE BOAT
23.8 METERS DIVING BOAT
A 23.8-meter steel-hulled vessel designed specifically for scuba diving adventures. Powered by twin Diesel HINO engines totaling 620 horsepower, it ensures both reliability and efficiency on the water.
With a breadth of 5.5 meters, the Mermaid comfortably accommodates divers, providing ample space for relaxation and gear preparation.
Operating seven days a week, the Mermaid combines stability, comfort, and performance, delivering an unparalleled diving experience for all aboard.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GOT QUESTIONS? WE GOT ANSWERS!
What is the PADI Divemaster Course?
The PADI Divemaster Course is the first step toward becoming a dive professional. It trains you to lead dives, assist instructors, and manage dive operations, refining your skills and knowledge while gaining real-world diving experience.
How long does the Divemaster Course take?
he course typically takes 4-6 weeks as an internship or 2 weeks as an intensive program. However, we offer flexible scheduling to fit your needs.
What are the prerequisites to enroll?
✔ PADI Rescue Diver certification (or equivalent)
✔ Emergency First Response (EFR) certification within the last 24 months
✔ Minimum of 40 logged dives (60 required for certification)
✔ Minimum age: 18 years old
What will I learn in the course?
You’ll develop leadership, dive theory, and rescue skills while assisting instructors and guiding divers. The course includes:**
✔ Advanced dive theory (physics, physiology, decompression).
✔ Skill & stamina assessments (timed swims, rescue drills).
✔ Supervised leadership training (guiding dives & assisting instructors).
Do I need my own dive gear?
Having your own equipment is recommended, but we offer full scuba gear rental if needed during training.
What’s the difference between a recreational diver and a Divemaster?
A Divemaster is a professional-level diver trained to lead dives, assist in courses, and manage dive operations, making them essential members of any dive team.
Can I work as a Divemaster after certification?
Yes! As a certified PADI Divemaster, you can work at dive shops, lead fun dives, assist instructors, and start your diving career worldwide.
How physically demanding is the Divemaster Course?
The course includes swimming stamina tests, rescue scenarios, and problem-solving exercises, but with proper training and determination, you’ll build the endurance needed to succeed.
What if I want to become a Dive Instructor?
The Divemaster certification is the first step toward becoming a PADI Instructor. Once completed, you can enroll in the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC).
How do I book my Divemaster Course?
Easy! Contact us online, via email, or WhatsApp, and we’ll help you schedule your training dates!
RESERVE YOUR DIVEMASTER COURSE!
YOUR FIRST STEP INTO PROFESSIONAL DIVING CAREERS
- Address: 238 Karon Rd, Karon, Phuket 83100
- Phone/Whatsapp: +66 86 266 4148
- Email: contact@praydive.com
