The Way the World Learns to Dive
PADI (the Professional Association of Diving Instructors) is the most recognized dive training organization worldwide with over 30 million divers and counting. PADI Dive Instructors undergo rigorous training to ensure your scuba certification class is fun and safe.

Meet Ocean Lovers With PADI Club
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Popular Courses
Diver certification begins here with PADI's online learning.

Show Your PADI Diver Status With a NEW Certification Card Design!
Make a splash in 2025 with a NEW limited edition dive certification card design by Alex Dawson, Rayna O’Nan, and Gabriel Guzman. Choose from a dazzling array of wreck diving, manta ray, and green sea turtle designs.
Show off your diving achievements worldwide with these limited-edition dive certification card designs, available as eCards or waterproof cards made from recycled materials.

Love Beneath the Waves
Discover scuba love stories that will warm your heart this February.

Turn Your Passion Into Preservation
PADI Divers play a vital role in driving the expansion of marine protected areas. With the support of Blancpain, the Adopt the Blue™ program empowers the dive community to actively participate in conservation at local and global levels.

Join a Community of Ocean Torchbearers
The collective actions of Ocean Torchbearers across the globe are driving meaningful change to protect and preserve the ocean. Sign up to learn more about how you can get involved.
Dive Travel
Our PADI Travel Scuba Experts can help you find the perfect destination, with a variety of marine life, and plan a dive adventure that’s fun, memorable, and as worry-free as possible. Choose your dream vacation whether staying overnight on a diving boat or enjoying dive trips at a dive resort.