Professional Association of Diving Instructors

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Experience the underwater world in a whole new way. Diving brings you closer to nature, marine life and the beauty of the aquatic realm. Start your certification today with PADI eLearning!

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The Way the World Learns to Dive

PADI (the Professional Association of Diving Instructors) is the most recognized dive training organization worldwide with 29 million certifications and counting. PADI Dive Instructors undergo rigorous training to ensure your scuba certification class is fun and safe.

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CERTIFICATION CARDS

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Facts About Octopuses That Prove They’re Aliens

Many divers and ocean lovers who have encountered an octopus will tell you the experience was other-worldly. Aliens or not, we show our appreciation for these cephalopods this World Octopus Day (October 8).

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How PADI Dive Centers are Playing a Critical Role in Protecting 30% of the Ocean by 2030

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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.

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Elevate Your Scuba Game

Looking for an epic scuba adventure? Dive into Costa Rica's Hammerhead Triangle, the pristine beauty of Galapagos Islands, and Indonesia's captivating macro world. These destinations for experienced divers deliver challenging terrain, currents, and deep drift dives. Start your adventure now!

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Best Year-Round Dive Destinations

Planning your next dive vacation? Don't let the changing seasons limit your dive adventures. Explore these destinations with incredible year-round conditions and immerse yourself in the magic of the underwater world whenever you want to dive.

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PADI Adventures offers you a world of captivating underwater experiences. Whether you're eager to discover exciting new local dive sites or enhance your skills through a variety of dive courses, embarking on your aquatic journey is just a few clicks away.

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