Why should I take the PADI Divemaster course in Dauin?
Taking you PADI Divemaster course in Dauin is the beginning of your life as a PADI Pro. If you want to change careers, live the life you have always dreamed of, build your self confidence or just challenge yourself, then taking your PADI Divemaster course in the Philippines is the way to start – and you’ll never look back!
- Get a dive job and become a PADI pro. Grab the opportunity to earn a living doing something you love and that others only dream about. Work your way around the world. Follow the sun.
- Share your passion with others. Become a mentor, a leader and a respected PADI dive professional.
- Upgrade your dive theory and fine-tune your dive skills. You’ll be amazed at how much progress you make. It’s our guarantee that you’ll leave Baki Divers as a safe, capable and confident diver.
- Do something different, challenge yourself, and take what may be a life-changing step.
- Do lots and lots of diving, meet new people and make new friends.
Who can join the PADI Divemaster course?
You don’t need to be an expert diver to join the PADI Divemaster course. Join it because you want to become an expert diver. As long as you are 18 years or older the divemaster program is right for you.
What are the requirements to join the PADI Divemaster course?
- Be a Rescue Diver (PADI or any other dive agency)
- Have at least 40 dives experience
- Have CPR and First Aid training within the past 24 months
Don’t worry if you don’t meet all these criteria. Get in touch and we’ll create a program that includes everything you need.
Can I join if I’m a complete beginner?
Yes you can.
How long does the PADI Divemaster course in Baki Divers take?
The PADI Divemaster course in Baki divers takes 8 weeks. This is long enough to meet all requirements for the PADI Divemaster course and become certified as a PADI dive professional.
But longer is definitely better. You don’t want to meet the requirements, you want to exceed them. You want to be the very best Divemaster you can.
Then we offer additional weeks and charge an additional fee for each extra week you can stay. Why take additional weeks?
- do lots more great diving (the diving in Dauin and Apo Island really is world-class, the best in the region)
- improve your air-consumption, your buoyancy, your general diving skills
- get more hands-on experience guiding divers in the ocean
- get more hands-on experience helping students in the pool
- get more hands-on experience assisting Instructors on dive courses in the ocean
- meet more friends, have more fun, more excitement and more laughter
- who doesn’t want to spend more time in the beautiful Philippines?
What will I learn during my PADI Divemaster course at Baki Divers?
You’ll dramatically improve your own diving skills. That’s the biggest benefit of taking the PADI divemaster course where you can experience a range of diving conditions. You’ll develop better buoyancy, better movement in the water, you’ll dive more calmly and more confidently. You’ll learn how to navigate on a dive instead of always following-the-leader. You won’t fear getting lost or getting left behind. Your air-consumption will improve. Won’t it be great to be the last in the group to run out of air instead of the first? You’ll learn how to read the currents and understand the tides. You will leave the island of Negros with the skills and confidence to dive in even the strongest currents.
You’ll dramatically improve your own diving knowledge. About currents, about equipment. About the human body and how diving affects it. About depth and pressure and the air we breathe. Most importantly you’ll learn about decompression sickness (‘the bends’): the signs and symptoms, how to avoid it and how to treat it.
You’ll learn about our beautiful oceans. How precious and fragile they are and how to protect them.
What will I do on the Divemaster program at Baki Divers?
Each day will be different. Your PADI Divemaster course in Baki divers will be the training and trip of a lifetime.
Join trips, guide divers, give dive briefings, and help beginners master their skills. You’ll learn the skills and understand the responsibilities of supervising students and certified divers. You’ll work intensively with your own Instructor to fine tune your own dive skills. You’ll study the theory and we guarantee you’ll pass your exam. You’ll learn about equipment and tanks and how to fill them. You will even get a taste of underwater photography and technical diving.
What are the complete prerequisites and requirements for the PADI Divemaster course?
• At Least 18 years old
• PADI Advanced Open Water Diver Certified
• PADI Rescue Diver certified
• EFR Primary and Secondary Care completed within past two yers
• Medical Statement “fit to dive”
• 40 logged dives before starting the course
• 60 logged dives when finishing the course
What can a Divemaster do?
• Conduct Scuba reviews
• Conduct skin diver courses
• Assist in Discover Scuba programmes
• Lead dives for Discover Scuba divers
• Live the dream
• Have a great reason to stay in the tropics
• Work your way around the world
• Where will I be spending my time?
What exactly will I do on the Divemaster (DM) course?
At Baki Divers we run the DM programme as an internship – working with real divers and real students in training. Unlike many others we don’t do role-play. This means that you won’t have a fixed schedule because your program will depend on what programs we have running at that time.
You can see it is a very busy and very intense schedule and you will be amazed at the progress you make. Perhaps the most time on the course will be spent on improving your dive skills from the ordinary to the exceptional. We guarantee you will leave the course as a safe, confident, skilful and knowledgeable scuba diver.
our in-water scuba skills. It’s a great chance to enjoy the world-class diving available here in Bali.
Will I be used as slave labor on my internship?
No. This is a very big difference between the Divemaster course at Baki Divers and at other dive centres in the country. We will never use you in place of a qualified Instructor because this internship should be a continual learning experience for you. There will always been an Instructor together with you even when you are leading dives in the ocean or working with students in the pool. The legal and moral responsibility for the programme will always be with the instructor. You will be learning from them every step of the way.
What PADI materials will I need for the Divemaster course?
You need the PADI Divemaster crewpack and it’s already included in the Divemaster course price (we don’t have a cheap course price with lots of hidden extras). You will get:
• PADI divemaster manual
• PADI Instructor manual
• 4 x PADI Divemaster slates
• PADI sheet - DM Decal
• Information PADI Book
• Encyclopedia of recreational Diving
• PADI Workbook Scuba Tune-up
• PADI Professional Training Log
• PADI Cue Card - Discover Scuba Diving
• Instructor PADI Pro Bag
• PADI Brochure - Go Pro
• PADI Brochure - EFR Instructor
• Acquisition Forms
• Divemaster Application Package
• PADI DiverSticker
What diving equipment do I need for the Divemaster course at Baki Divers?
You’ll need a full set of dive gear for the Divemaster course (mask, snorkel, fins, BCD, regulator, wetsuit) AND you are also required to have the following: Pocket mask, knife/diver’s tool, two surface signaling devices – one audible and one visible, compass and dive computer.
What else do I need to bring?
A smile and a sense of fun and adventure.
• Medical Examination Form signed by a physician (max. 12 months old) or you can get one here from a local doctor.
• Verification of CPR and first aid training (mac. 12 months old) or you can take your EFR course here.
• Certification proof for OW, AOW, Rescue and EFR. If any of your previous dive courses were non-PADI you’ll meed to bring a photocopy of the front and back of your certification cards too. If you don’t have all these courses yet, we can build you a package that includes them too.
• Your dive log book if you have one.
• Passport photo (or get one taken here).
• Pens, notebook , a calculator and your brain.
What happens if for any reason I quit the Divemaster course after it’s started?
Firstly, you won’t want to quit because you’ll be having so much fun. However, if you do decide to quit for any reason we’ll give you a full refund for any unused part of your course.
What’s the best way to prepare for my Divemaster course?
Read through your old Open Water, Advanced and Rescue manuals again.
A great way to get ahead is to study the dive theory online first. Click here to take PADI dive theory eLearning. You can study now and refer to it any time you need during your Divemaster course. This is the same theory you will need if you continue to your Instructor course too.
Why should I choose Baki Divers for my Divemaster course? What does it cost? What’s included?
Check out our main Divemaster page. It’s full of details and info you need.
What’s it like taking my Divemaster course in Dauin?
Lots of useful info about our amazing island.
How can I confirm my booking for my Divemaster course at Baki Divers?
Get in touch with us as and let us know the date you want to start. We’ll need $150 deposit to hold your place and the balance can be paid when you arrive in Dauin. You can pay the balance by cash or bank transfer. After your Divemaster program is confirmed our Reservation Crew will work with you to find accommodation to suit your requirements and book it for you. Of course, if you prefer you can find your own place to stay.
What time is my class each day?
Baki Divers is open from 7am to 6pm daily. Usually you need to arrive at around 7.30am each day. You may finish any time from 12 noon to 7 PM depending on your program that day. You can stay and study or practice in the pool any time the dive center is open. Just grab a tank and some weights if you want to use the pool. Lots of our DMTs (Divemaster trainees) like to practice pool skills together.
Do I get any days off during the Divemaster course?
The Divemaster training course is fun but intense. This means there are no fixed days off because your schedule depends on what programs we have running at the time. However if you want to take a day off just let us know in advance. We will add this extra day at the end of the programme so you don’t lose out. Please note however if you are no-show in the morning then you will lose that day. On this course you are learning to be dive professional and with that comes responsibility.
How soon can I start working as a dive pro after finishing the course?
You can begin teaching after PADI process your Divemaster certification. This usually takes 8-10 weeks. And then the world is your oyster! Explore beautiful new countries, live a great life, share your passion and inspire your students.
Can I get any deals if I buy scuba equipment while I’m there?
Anybody taking their Divemaster course with us is entitled to 20% discount on any scuba equipment or dive computers in our shop. It’s the best deal around.