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.
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Want to meet new dive buddies, level up your dive skills, and stay connected with the underwater world?
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Diver certification begins here with PADI's online learning.
Show Off Your Diving Achievements With a New Dive Certification Card
Your certification card says a lot about you - your scuba certification level, how long you've been diving and what you care about.
Show your PADI certified diver status around the globe with a mobile eCard, recycled plastic card or both.
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Race to 100: Help PADI AWARE Foundation® Support Ocean Heroes
Will you help us raise $100,000 USD in 100 days for PADI AWARE’s Community Grant Program to double the number of grantees that receive funding? Your donation will directly fund critical ocean conservation initiatives that are driving real impact where it's needed most.
PADI Adaptive Diving Week: Celebrating Ocean Accessibility for All
The ocean offers connection, healing and adventure to millions worldwide, yet for many, physical, mental or psychological barriers have made it feel out of reach. Join us 1-7 December 2024 to celebrate the incredible stories of divers who have overcome challenges to explore the ocean, and the dedicated dive professionals who made these experiences possible.
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.