Courses
Scuba Libre has been running PADI certification programs since its beginning. Our seasoned staff of instructors combined have over 30 years of experience. We offer a variety of courses, which appeal to divers of all levels. The courses are personalized for each client with a 4:1 ratio of students per instructor for theory and pool sessions.
We offer the following PADI certifications programs:
- Discover Scuba Diving
- Scuba Review
- Scuba Diver
- Referral
- Open Water Scuba Diver
- Advanced Open Water Scuba Diver
- Emergency First Response
- Rescue Diver
- Dive Master
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Discover Scuba Diving
For the perfect one-day diving experience join us for our daily Discover Scuba diving Program.
No Previous Dive Experience Necessary!!
Your day will start with a 40 minutes theory session introducing you to basic dive theory by one of our multi-lingual Instructors. Afterwards, theory is put into practice in the swimming pool where you will practice the exercises needed to safely enjoy the underwater environment and experience breathing underwater for the first time.
After having enjoyed some time on the beach and a light lunch we will get geared up and by boat head to one of our amazing shallow reefs. Accompanied by your Instructor you will descend in a small group to a maximum depth of 12m/45ft and spend up to 40 minutes enjoying beautiful corals, many tropical fish, moray eels, rays, barracudas and much more.
Don't miss out!
The Discover Scuba Diving program allows you to dive for 14 days in shallow waters (no deeper than 12m/36ft) and always under the supervision of an Instructor.
DailyTheory/Pool: 8:30 to 10:30
Open Water Dives: 13:00 to 16:00
10 years old
Scuba Review
The one day PADI Scuba Review program is perfect for those who are certified but have not dived for several months or years.
Your day will start with a 45 min session reviewing dive theory followed by a 45 min pool session in which your underwater diving skills are once again tuned to perfection.
The afternoon consists of two open water dives to a maximum depth of 12m/45ft on our beautiful tropical reefs. As you are once again getting accustomed to the underwater environment you will enjoy seeing barracudas, moray eels, rays, many tropical fish, beautiful corals and much more.
After the Scuba Review you will be ready for more great dives like our local Turtle reef (Tortugas), Cozumel, the Cenotes and more.
DailyTheory/Pool: 8:30 to 10:30
Open Water Dives: 13:00 to 16:00
PADI Scuba Diver or qualifying certification from another training organization
10 years old
Scuba Diver
For those who want to get a worldwide accepted Scuba Diving certification but have little time, we offer the PADI Scuba Diver Course.
This basic certification will allow you to go diving all over the world to a maximum depth of 12m/45ft, under the supervision of a PADI professional and can be done in just 2 days!!
Schedules of the courses are flexible and can be adapted to your holiday plans!!
Example Schedule:
Day 1: 8:30 to 12:00
One of our multi-lingual PADI Instructors will start with an extensive theory session introducing you to basic dive theory.
Putting theory into practice you will go to the pool and learn basic dive skills, techniques and procedures and of course have a lot of fun.
The afternoon is reserved for independent study and holiday relaxation.
Day 2: 8:30 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 16:00
The morning will be spent covering theory and pool training so you will be fully prepared for your first Open Water Training dives.
In the afternoon, leaving from the beach we will head out for two amazing reef dives.
During the dives, accompanied by your instructor, you will do some exercises and off course see our amazing marine life including moray eels, barracudas, rays, many tropical reef fish and the beautiful Caribbean reef.
Don’t miss out and get PADI certified in just 2 days!!!
DailyTheory/Pool: 8:30 to 12:00
Open Water Dives: 13:00 to 16:00
15 years old
Junior: 10-14 years old
Referral
Those who have partially completed pool, theory and/or Open Water sections of the PADI Open Water Scuba Diver course elsewhere, can complete the rest of their course with us.
You can also start to do your Open Water course online with PADI eLearning! Learn at home and do all the water works with us! Click here for more information about eLearning.
Finish your Open Water Course with us and join us on our fantastic diving trips to the Cenotes, Cozumel, Turtle reef and many other exiting dive locations we have to offer!
Theory/Pool: 8:30 to 12:00
Open Water Dives: 13:00 to 16:00
Bring the original referral forms from your local dive center or eLearning credentials
15 years old
Junior: 10-14 years old
Open Water Scuba Diver
As a certified Open Water Scuba Diver, you have the freedom to go diving all over the world to a maximum depth of 18m/60ft. This entry level certification can be done in just 3 days!!
Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can earn an Open Water Diver certification. If you are between 10 and 14 or have a child between these ages, there is a Junior Open Water Diver program available. If you already took the Discover Scuba Diving course check with your instructor to see how credit from that course may apply to the Open Water program.
Throughout the course, you'll learn fundamentals of scuba diving, including dive equipment and techniques. You earn this rating by completing five pool dives, five knowledge development sessions, and by making four open water (ocean) dives.
This certification is valid worldwide and has no expiration date.
There is the option to do all the theory online, from your home! To see how eLearning saves you time while on holiday, click here!
Schedules of the courses are flexible to adapt to your holiday plans!!
Example schedule:
Day 1: 8:30 to 12:00
One of our multi-lingual PADI Instructors will start with an extensive theory session introducing you to basic dive theory.
Putting theory into practice you will go to the pool and learn basic dive skills, techniques and procedures and off course have a lot of fun.
The afternoon is reserved for independent study and holiday relaxation.
Day 2: 8:30 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 16:30
The morning will be spent covering theory and pool training so that you are fully prepared for your first Open Water Training dives.
In the afternoon, leaving from the beach we will head out to two amazing reef dives.
During the dives, accompanied by your instructor, you will do some exercises and off course see our amazing marine life including moray eels, barracudas, rays, many tropical reef fish and the beautiful Caribbean reef.
Day 3: 8:30 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 16:30
On the last day of your course you will demonstrate your knowledge with the final exam and make two more beautiful Open Water training dives in the afternoon.
At the end of this day you will be fully certified as a PADI Open Water Scuba Diver and be able to enjoy an amazing range of certified dives like Turtle Reef, Cenotes, Cozumel and much more.
Theory/Pool - 3 mornings: 8:30 to 12:00
Open Water Dives - 2 afternoons: 13:00 to 16:00
15 years old
Junior: 10-14 years old
Advanced Open Water Scuba Diver
Enhance your diving knowledge and skills and expand diving opportunities by becoming a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver. This certification will allow you to dive to 30m/100ft and explore new dive locations, experiences and environments.
The course will be held during three double-tank diving trips (either morning or afternoon) where you will be introduced to the five specialties under the supervision of one of our multi-lingual Instructors. There are two core specialties for this course: deep diver and underwater navigation. According to your preferences and our geographic location, you will pick three more specialties from the following list:
- Deep Diving (mandatory)
- Underwater Navigator (mandatory)
- AWARE-Fish Identification
- Boat Diving
- Drift Diving
- Multilevel and Computer Diving
- Night Diving
- Peak Performance Buoyancy
- Search and Recovery
- Underwater Naturalist
- Underwater Photography
- Wreck Diver
Morning Dives: 8:30 to 12:00
Afternoon Dives: 13:00 to 16:00
PADI Open Water Diver or qualifying certification from another training organization
15 years old
Junior: 12-14 years old
Emergency First Response
In only one day the EFR course teaches you the basic skills you need to perform CPR and first aid. Whether you're a diver or a non-diver, EFR prepares you to properly handle potentially life-threatening situations. EFR is based on paramedic procedures and is hands-on course, which covers basic training in:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) CPR and rescue breathing at the layperson level
- Preventing and caring for shock
- Spinal injury management
- Use of barriers to reduce disease transmission risk
- Basic first aid and first aid kit considerations
- AED (automated external defibrillator) use (optional)
8:30 to 12:00 and 13:00 to 16:00
Rescue Diver
The Rescue Diver course will expand your knowledge and experience beyond the purely recreational level because you'll learn to look beyond yourself and consider the safety and well being of other divers. Although this course is serious, it is an enjoyable way to build your confidence. Rescue Diver training will prepare you to prevent problems and, if necessary, manage dive emergencies. During the five open water sessions, you'll cover:
- Self rescue
- Recognizing and managing stress in other divers
- Emergency management and equipment
- Rescuing panicked divers
- Rescuing unresponsive divers
Besides being one of the most interesting and challenging diving courses it is also the most fun and interactive courses we have to offer.
DailyTheory/Pool: 8:30 to 12:00
Open Water Dives: 13:00 to 16:00
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or qualifying certification from another training organization
Emergency First Response or qualifying first aid and CPR training from another organization completed within the past 24 months
15 years old
Junior: 12-14 years old
Dive Master
Take the first step in your professional dive career and become a Dive Master. Working closely with your Instructor, you'll expand your dive knowledge and hone your skills as you become a dive professional. The Dive Master training develops your leadership abilities by training you to supervise dive activities and assist Instructors with student divers.
Scuba Libre offers an important additional training with this course, which takes the Dive Master certification to a higher level: we give you the opportunity to work with us in the actual environment, taking part in the daily operation of our dive center. This means that in addition to all the important skills and theory you will be learning from your Instructor and through self study, you also will gain hands-on experience being involved in our day to day operation. This will include assisting your Instructor during open water courses, leading dives under the supervision of your Instructor, giving pre-dive briefings to a group of divers, generally helping to coordinate daily diving operations and much more.
This course is held at our dive center at the Sandos Caracol Beach Resort & Spa.
As a Dive Master you can:
- Work at dive centers and on live-aboard dive boats
- Assist Instructors with students
- Lead Scuba Divers on guided dive tours
- Teach and certify Skin Diver programs
- Teach Discover Snorkeling programs
- Conduct Scuba Review programs for certified divers
- Lead certified divers during open water dives
- Teach the Emergency First Response program after successfully completing The Emergency First Response Instructor course.
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver or qualifying certification from another training organization
Emergency First Response or qualifying first aid and CPR training from another organization completed within the past 24 months
PADI Rescue Diver or qualifying certification from another training organization
Be fit for diving and submit a Medical Statement signed by a physician within the last 12 months
Have at least 20 logged dives to begin the course and 60 for certification
18 years old
