🌊 PADI Instructor Training Program
👋 Welcome Safety-Minded Leader!
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.
🏅 Excellent Leadership Foundation!
As a Rescue Diver, you're in an excellent position to become a professional diving educator. Your rescue skills and safety mindset provide a strong foundation for leadership training and professional development. You already understand emergency management and have developed the critical thinking skills essential for professional diving.
📞 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 Rescue Diver to PADI Instructor
We have a calculator that lets you create your own personalized quote including accommodation. Since you currently hold your Rescue Diver certification, here's your complete training pathway:
Choose Your Training Approach:
🎉 UNLIKE MANY DIVE CENTERS
We include all the dives needed to reach the 40 dives required to start your Divemaster training.
Internship Program Total
Includes Course Fees, ALL Required Materials, ALL PADI Fees
Intensive Program Total
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
🚀 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 Packages
Internship Program: All Certifications + OWSI + MSDT Prep = $5,262 USD total
Intensive Program: All Certifications + OWSI + MSDT Prep = $5,862 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 Rescue Diver 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
Internship Program Timeline:
Phase 1: 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 2: 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
Intensive Program Timeline:
Phase 1: Accelerated Divemaster Training (3-4 weeks)
- Compressed leadership skills development
- Intensive dive theory and physics mastery
- Accelerated customer service and guiding techniques
- Focused practical assessments and experience
- Concentrated PADI standards and procedures
Phase 2: Intensive Instructor Development Course (IDC)
- Duration: 8-10 days, 8 AM - 6 PM
- Schedule: More intensive daily sessions with evening study
- Location: Dedicated multimedia classroom next to accommodation
- Followed by: 2-day Instructor Exam in Roatan
- Focus areas: Accelerated teaching methodology, PADI standards, business of diving
⏰ Total Recommended Timeline
Internship Program:
- Minimum stay: 6-8 weeks (all certifications through OWSI)
- Recommended for complete preparation: 8-10 weeks
- Recommended for MSDT: 10-14 weeks including mentorship experience
Intensive Program:
- Minimum stay: 4-5 weeks (all certifications through OWSI)
- Recommended for complete preparation: 5-6 weeks
- Recommended for MSDT: 7-10 weeks including mentorship experience
Prerequisites: Rescue Diver certification, willingness to commit to the full journey
📋 Prerequisites & Medical Requirements
- PADI Rescue Diver 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 (8-14 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 Rescue Diver certification, you're in an excellent position to become a professional diving educator. Your rescue skills and safety mindset provide a strong foundation for leadership training and professional development.
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 rescue-trained 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 Become an Instructor?
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.