🌊 PADI Instructor Training Program
👋 Welcome to Your Diving Career Journey!
Thank you for your interest in taking the next step in your diving career by pursuing your PADI Instructor certification with us! We're excited about the possibility of working with you through this transformative journey. Training Pro students is one of our greatest privileges - we develop lasting friendships and take immense pride in watching careers flourish after certification.
📞 Let's Connect - Your Diving Goals Matter!
Before diving into all the details, I'd love to speak with you personally about your diving goals and answer any questions you might have. There's nothing like a real conversation to help you make the best decision for your diving future.
🎯 Your Complete Pathway from Advanced Open Water to PADI Instructor
We have a calculator that lets you create your own personalized quote including accommodation. Since you currently hold your Advanced Open Water certification, here's your complete training pathway:
🏊♂️ Rescue Diver
$350*
*Includes $50 discount when completing Divemaster with us
🤿 Divemaster
$800
📚 Divemaster Materials
$250
👨🏫 Instructor Development Course (IDC)
$1,650
Including EFR Instructor
📖 Instructor Development Materials
$600
🎉 UNLIKE MANY DIVE CENTERS
We include all the dives needed to reach the 40 dives required to start your Divemaster training.
💰 Total Cost to Reach PADI Instructor Level: $5,012
Includes Course Fees, ALL Required Materials, ALL PADI Fees
PADI Certification Fees (Paid Directly to PADI)
• PADI Divemaster Application Fee: $162
• Instructor Exam & Application: $1,200 ($1,060 IE + $140 EFR application)
Total PADI FEES: $1,362
🚀 NEW: Advanced Career Path Options
MSDT Preparation Program - $600 USD
Master Scuba Diver Trainer is the next leadership level above Open Water Scuba Instructor
What's Included:
- 3 additional PADI Specialty Instructor certifications of your choice
- PADI application fees for these 3 specialty instructor ratings included in price
- Popular specialties: Night Diver, Navigation, Fish Identification, Search & Recovery
- Training materials and guidance for each specialty
- Positions you for immediate MSDT rating once you've issued 25 PADI certifications
MSDT Mentorship Program - $500 USD
Real-world experience under Course Director supervision. This may not be required depending on your comfort level after doing the IDC and whether you get offered a paid job immediately after the IE which is a very real possibility on Roatan!
What You Get:
- Work toward your MSDT rating by teaching actual PADI courses
- Course Director mentorship and guidance throughout
- No fixed timeline - stay as long as you want to build experience
- Issue certifications under supervision to build your teaching portfolio
- Perfect for building confidence and gaining practical teaching experience
🌟 Recommended Package
All Certifications + OWSI + MSDT Prep = $5,612 USD total
🏆 Why Choose Our Program?
Unmatched Experience & Success Rate
- Most experienced Course Director in the Bay Islands - teaching IDCs monthly since 2008
- Over 500 PADI Instructors certified with extensive professional network
- High employment rate - dive centers regularly request our graduates during peak season (January-August)
- MSDT expertise - we know what it takes to reach the highest instructor levels
Superior Training Resources
- Comprehensive study materials: Custom videos and resources exclusive to our students
- YouTube channel: 10,000+ subscribers, 3M+ views demonstrating our teaching quality
- Complete training pathway: From Advanced Open Water to Master Instructor level
Complete Equipment & Support
- Free rental equipment during all training phases
- You will need your own personal Dive computer, SMB, Reel (Finger Reel Preferred)
- IDC scheduling: Tied to PADI exam schedule for seamless progression
🏠 Accommodation Options
We offer discounted accommodation exclusively for instructor candidates who complete their IDC with us:
Option 1: Private Room
- $5/night* with private bathroom
- Shared kitchen (8 rooms)
- Compact but secure (cruise ship cabin style)
- AC available: +$10/night
Option 2: 2-Bedroom Apartment
- $10/night* with shared kitchen/bathroom (2 people max)
- Larger rooms with living area
- Better for couples or keen cooks
- AC available: +$10/night
*This represents a $5/night discount on our normal rate and is applied ONLY if you complete the IDC with us.
Accommodation Details
- Minimum stay: 1 month
- Advance deposit: $300 (non-refundable)
- Location: 5-minute walk to dive center and West End strip
- Amenities: WiFi, free drinking water, washing machine, swimming pool, charcoal grill
- Note: Three friendly (but occasionally mischievous) dogs on property
📅 Course Structure & Timeline
Phase 1: Rescue Diver (3-4 Days)
- Emergency response skills and rescue scenarios
- Knowledge development and practical application
- Leadership mindset development
- Build confidence for professional training
Phase 2: Divemaster Training (5-7 weeks)
- Leadership skills development
- Dive theory and physics mastery
- Customer service and guiding techniques
- Practical assessments and real-world experience
- PADI standards and procedures
Phase 3: Instructor Development Course (IDC)
- Duration: 12 days, 9 AM - 5 PM
- Schedule: 1-2 rest days built in for flexibility
- Location: Dedicated multimedia classroom next to accommodation
- Followed by: 2-day Instructor Exam in Roatan
- Focus areas: Teaching methodology, PADI standards, business of diving
Phase 4: MSDT Preparation (Optional - 1-2 weeks)
- 3 Specialty Instructor Courses of your choice
- Comprehensive training and teaching methodology
- PADI Standards mastery
- Teaching practice and course delivery
⏰ Total Recommended Timeline
- Minimum stay: 7-9 weeks (all certifications through OWSI)
- Recommended for complete preparation: 9-11 weeks
- Recommended for MSDT: 11-15 weeks including mentorship experience
- Prerequisites: Advanced Open Water certification
📋 Prerequisites & Medical Requirements
- PADI Advanced Open Water certification or equivalent with another agency
- Medical clearance: WRSTC form signed by physician within 12 months
- CPR/First Aid: Current within 24 months (or complete our $135 course)
✈️ Travel Planning Support
Flight Booking Tips
- Plan for extended stay (9-15 weeks depending on chosen path)
- Consider: Flights to San Pedro Sula (SAP) or Tegucigalpa (XPL) and then connecting with a local airline to Roatan (often cheaper)
- Free consultation: I'm happy to help find the best flight deals!
Visa Information
- Honduras visa: 90-day tourist visa granted upon arrival
- Extensions available for longer programs
- Advance visa required: Some passport holders (notably British citizens) must apply for visa before travel
- Recommendation: Check with Honduran consulate if advance visa required for your nationality
🌟 Final Thoughts
Starting from Advanced Open Water certification, you're already well on your way to becoming a professional diving educator. With your enhanced diving skills and experience, you have a solid foundation for the leadership training ahead.
This is a relatively small investment compared to a college degree, but provides you with a qualification that will almost guarantee employment anywhere in the world where diving takes place. The diving industry offers unique opportunities for travel, adventure, and meaningful work that few other careers can match.
We look forward to welcoming you and supporting your complete journey from advanced recreational diver to professional diving educator.
All prices are in USD and current as of June 2025. PADI fees are subject to change by PADI headquarters.
📞 Ready to Start Your Journey?
Contact us to discuss which training path best suits your career goals and coordinate your arrival!
Note: I spend considerable time underwater and travel internationally, so email typically provides the fastest response.