PADI Rescue Diver

The PADI Rescue Diver course focuses on building awareness and problem-solving skills, helping you become a more capable and responsible diver. You’ll learn how to recognise potential issues, prevent problems before they arise, and manage a range of realistic rescue scenarios.

While this course is challenging, it’s also one of the most rewarding, often described as a turning point in a diver’s journey.

Course structure

Practical Information

• Minimum age: 12 years

• Duration: Typically 3–4 days

• Prerequisites:

  • Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)

  • CPR & First Aid training within the last 24 months

• Certification: PADI Rescue Diver

The course combines knowledge development, practical exercises, and open water scenarios. Training is progressive, allowing you to build confidence before moving into more complex situations.

Skills are practiced in a supportive environment, with clear guidance and feedback throughout.

Price: R 7,500.00

• PADI eLearning & registration
  Complete the required knowledge development online at your own pace.

• All required diving equipment
  Full scuba equipment provided for the duration of your course.

• Confined water (pool) rescue practice
  Learn and practice core rescue skills in a controlled environment before progressing further.

• Open water rescue scenarios
  Apply rescue techniques in realistic open ocean scenarios under close supervision.

• Professional instruction & guidance
  Clear, supportive coaching throughout the course, with an emphasis on awareness, prevention, and teamwork.

Included in the course

Suitable for

• Advanced divers ready to take more responsibility

• Those wanting greater awareness and confidence

• Divers planning to progress toward leadership levels

Advanced certification and recent first aid required.