Divemaster

Dramatic dark underwater photograph of a single scuba diver silhouetted against deep blue-navy water, shafts of light filtering down from the surface above

Become a PADI Divemaster

The PADI Divemaster is the first level of PADI professional certification. Divemasters lead and supervise dive activities, assist instructors during courses, and serve as guides for certified divers. It’s the foundation of a career in diving and the moment you officially cross over from diver to dive professional.

Why Become a Divemaster?

Go Professional

Turn a passion into a career. Work at dive resorts, liveaboards, and dive centers worldwide.

Dive More

Log more dives, develop real skills, and experience the underwater world at a whole new level.

Lead & Inspire

Guide certified divers, assist in courses, and help others fall in love with the ocean.

A PADI Divemaster leading a group of scuba divers along a coral reef

What You’ll Learn

  • Planning & running dive programs
  • Rescue skills & emergency management
  • Dive site mapping & briefings
  • Leading certified diver groups
  • Assisting PADI instructors
  • Professional standards & risk management

Why Train With Kraken?

Our Divemaster program is hands-on from the start. You’ll build experience working with real divers, assisting with courses, and learning what it takes to be a capable, confident dive professional with plenty of guidance along the way.

Small Groups

More personal attention, feedback, and mentorship throughout your training.

hands on experience

Learn by assisting with courses, working with divers, and putting your skills into practice.

ready for the real world

Build the confidence, judgment, and practical skills you’ll actually use as a Divemaster.