Would you like to discover the fascinating world of diving and improve your skills step by step? On the beautiful Caribbean coast of Colombia you have the opportunity to improve your PADI training to start exactly where it suits you: from the Open Water Diver about the Advanced Open Water Diver up to the Rescue Diver.
In small groups, you will learn the basics of safe diving, improve your techniques and gain valuable experience in varied dives. Whether you simply want to enjoy the colorful underwater world or prepare for a professional career in the long term, you will find the right training for your level here.
In addition to your training, you can enjoy life by the sea and experience the relaxed atmosphere at the diving school.
Optionally, you can then also take part in our Dive Master Program connect.
What is PADI - and what can you do with the training?
You start with the basic PADI courses for beginners and systematically build up your diving knowledge and skills.
💡 Already certified? No problem: the program is flexibly adapted to your previous knowledge. You start exactly where you are at the moment.
Course contents at a glance
During your training, you will develop the skills you need for diving. These include:
The aim is to train you to become a responsible and safety-conscious diver.
The theory lessons include, among other things:
Collaboration in the diving school:
In general, the course is more of an internship than a normal diving course. You will work with the instructors, divemasters and office staff to learn all aspects of running a dive center. From selling courses and dive trips, to welcoming guests, filling out forms, finding the right equipment, preparing the boat and briefing participants. Of course, this also includes the maintenance of diving equipment. The team is also happy to provide support with social media activities.
Our Diving school on the Caribbean coast of Colombia is run by an Austrian woman who, a few years ago emigrated to Colombiato devote her life entirely to her great passion, the Divingto dedicate itself to diving. It offers a wide range of courses, for certified and non-certified divers, for Beginners and professionals. The school has its headquarters in the fishing village of Tagangaa small paradise. The unbeatable advantage of this location is its proximity to the Tayrona National Parkwhere daily diving excursions start.
The PADI program is designed to train you from a beginner with no previous experience to a professional dive guide. It consists of a seamless training plan that builds on each other:
Month 1: Basic training with the PADI courses
Open Water Diver
Advanced Open Water Diver
Emergency First Response (first aid)
PADI OPEN WATER COURSE
The PADI Open Water Diver course is the first level of training in recreational diving. You will learn basic diving theory, practice using equipment on land and in shallow water and make four open water dives. After completing this course, you will be certified to dive to 18m/60ft and you will have a lifetime certification to explore a whole new world.
PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE
The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is the second level of training for recreational divers. The focus is on improving your confidence and skills as a diver. You will expand your knowledge with in-depth theory and five open water dives with different focuses.
For each dive you have to learn the relevant theory, which is also tested.
PADI RESCUE DIVER COURSE
This course is designed to prepare you to solve problems under pressure and give you all the knowledge you need to recognize and deal with difficult situations. You will learn to avoid problems before they actually occur.
The Rescue Diver course builds on your existing skills. After three days of intensive training in the classroom and in the water, you will have expanded your knowledge of diving and improved your diving skills. This training can help you save lives and prepares you to respond appropriately to diving emergencies.
EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONDER COURSE (FIRST AID COURSE)
The Emergency First Response (EFR) course, also known as the first aid course, teaches you emergency medical procedures and gives you the confidence to provide help in an emergency. The course is divided into theoretical and practical parts and is completed in one day. If you have already completed a certified first aid course in the last 2 years, you do not have to repeat it on site.
The skills you learn can be used in any field. You will learn the necessary theory by means of a book and video and you will apply this knowledge in practice during the course. The theoretical part includes a final multiple-choice exam.
Taganga is a small fishing village on the beautiful Caribbean coast of Colombia, around 5 km north of Santa Marta. Here you will find a great beach and many trendy restaurants, cafés and stores along the main street. Taganga has developed considerably in recent years and is now known as a paradise for relaxing and a fantastic place to learn to dive at a reasonable price. The village is located right next to one of Colombia's natural wonders and highlights - the Tayrona National Park. It is full of tropical forests and breathtaking beaches. It only takes a few minutes to get there by boat. And best of all, the national park not only offers breathtaking nature, but also some of the most unique diving spots in the world.
The training combines in-depth theory with intensive practice - both in the water and in the classroom. So that you are prepared from day one, you will receive the PADI e-learning material before the course starts.
Important: The theoretical part must at least 2-3 days before the start be started and prepared.
You will also need the following basics:
The national language in Colombia is Spanish. A basic knowledge of Spanish is required for the project. As the owner of the diving school is from Austria, you can even speak German with her. However, to really get to know the country and the people, we recommend that you take a Spanish course. We will be happy to organize this for you.
You will stay in a shared room at the diving school in Taganga. The diving school's accommodation is located right next to the school and just 20 meters from the beach, in a quiet area that is centrally located in the town. From there, shopping facilities, restaurants and cafés are within walking distance. The accommodation is equipped with cozy communal areas, such as an inner courtyard and a roof terrace.
There you will live in a 6-bed room together with other volunteers and guests. The rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, lockers and a shared bathroom. You also have access to a shared kitchen.
Single rooms are available on request and at an extra charge.
Jan is German and has been living in Colombia for six years now. After a long journey through Latin America, he stayed in Cartagena. He has traveled all over the country, but Cartagena and the entire Caribbean coast are his jewel. He can't wait to welcome you there and show you the Colombian culture. His girlfriend is Colombian and originally from Bogotá. Jan has German roots, so he understands both cultures very well and speaks both languages fluently. Jan has been running the Café de la Mañana in Cartagena's old town for 2 years. Take a look, it's worth it! Jan also works in tourism and is therefore our local expert to show you the city, its history and all the highlights. He will be happy to answer your questions about the country and traveling in Colombia.
Jan will look after you during the introductory event in Cartagena. If you have any questions during your stay in Latin America, a German-speaking contact person will be available to you via WhatsApp in the same time zone.
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