Let your passion become your profession…
Whether you are looking to take your first step as a dive professional, develop your personal diving skills or try a completely different lifestyle, at Takata Experience we can help you achieve all this and much more through our PADI Divemaster program.
We are not only a PADI 5 Star Dive Center – we have a dynamic and busy Research Center and during your internship, you will have the opportunity to get involved in our conservation efforts in Mahahual!
At Takata Experience, we run the PADI Divemaster program as an internship, which usually lasts from 3 to 6 weeks, depending on your schedule. You will become part of our team as you gain dive knowledge, perfect your dive skills and act as a role model for our students and clients.
You will work closely with our team of experienced instructors as you learn to supervise divers and assist in their training. During your internship you will learn about the logistics and operation of a dive center, an invaluable experience for those looking to build a career in the dive industry.
*** If you have time constraints, we can offer the PADI Divemaster program in 2 weeks. We require that Dive Theory be completed online beforehand and that you have at least 50 logged dives. Contact us for more information about the shorter program.
Contact us now to provide you with a quote for your tailor-made PADI Divemaster Program.
About the course
The PADI Divemaster course is diverse and interesting, with a mix of classroom knowledge development sessions, practical assessments and workshops to help you develop the skills to organize and conduct a variety of dive activities.
All of our Divemaster instructors and mentors are PADI IDC Staff Instructors or higher, with extensive experience working at Dive Resorts and Professional Development Centers around the world. Our instructors will take the time to make sure you are getting the most out of your course, developing your personal diving skills and gaining confidence as a dive professional.
Takata Experience is not just a dive center. We have a dynamic and busy Research Center with interns from around the world who focus on disciplines such as Ecosystem Conservation, Environmental Management, and Environmental Education.
During your Divemaster internship, you will have the opportunity to interact with our programs, volunteer in community activities and use your time in Mahahual to gain a deeper understanding of the issues facing our ocean world.
What's included?
- PADI Divemaster Crew Pack
- Rental equipment (discount for those who bring their own equipment)
- Unlimited dives during your internship
- Reef Ecology Workshop and conservation lectures by our Research Center interns
- Discounts on Specialty Courses during your internship
- Resume Workshop
- Relaxing Caribbean vibes and excellent training!
Be part of the Takata family forever!
When you finish your Divemaster course, we hope you will come back to Mahahual to dive with us. We offer 2 for 1 dives to our Takata Divemaster Alumni for life – a great incentive to come back and see how our conservation efforts are going!
There is the option to add the eco or scientific divemaster specialty
Note that we are the only dive center in the Americas to offer this!!!!
Course requirements
- Be a PADI Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver (or equivalent) aged at least 18 years old
- Valid Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care (CPR and First Aid) training within the past 24 months.
- A medical statement signed by a physician within the last 12 months.
- At least 40 logged dives to begin the course and 60 dives to earn certification.