PADI Courses
Train with Arena Dive Club's PADI 5-star instructors for internationally recognized certifications and specialty courses in the Maldives.
Scuba Dive Courses
Open Water Diver
The world's most popular entry-level certification with confined water sessions, theory, and four open water dives.
- 3-4 days
- E-learning included
- Max depth 18m
Advanced Open Water Diver
Level up your skills with deep, navigation, and three elective adventure dives tailored to your interests.
- 2 days
- Choose electives like Night, or Drift
- E-learning included
- Max depth 30m
Emergency First Response
Learn CPR, first aid, and emergency response skills essential for dive professionals and rescue divers.
- 1 day
- CPR, primary and secondary care training
- E-learning included
- Required for Rescue Diver
Rescue Diver
Gain confidence handling emergencies with scenario-based training, self-rescue techniques, and stress management.
- 4 days + EFR
- Surface & underwater scenarios
- E-learning included
- Required for Divemaster
Dive Master
Become a certified dive professional with leadership training, dive theory, practical skills development and workshops.
- 2 weeks or 4 weeks
- E-learning included
- Internship available
- Career pathway
Specialized Courses
Night Diver
Explore the underwater world after dark, learning navigation, communication, and night diving techniques.
- 2 days, 4 dives
- Torch techniques
Deep Diver
Safely explore depths up to 30 meters.
- 2 days, 4 dives
- Max depth 30m
- Gas management skills
Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox)
Extend bottom time and reduce fatigue by diving with enriched air up to 40% oxygen.
- 1 day
- Gas analysis training
- Extended bottom time
Wreck Diver
Learn safe wreck penetration techniques, navigation, and hazard identification on historic wrecks.
- 2 days, 4 dives
- Penetration techniques
- Wreck mapping
Sidemount Diver
Master sidemount configuration for improved streamlining, flexibility, and gas management options.
- 2 days, 4 dives
- Equipment configuration
- Advanced buoyancy
Drift Diver
Master the art of riding ocean currents and experience the thrill of effortless gliding over vibrant Maldivian reefs.
- 1 day, 2 dives
- Learn current reading & drift entry techniques
Why Train With Us
Experience world-class dive training with personalized attention, premium equipment, and ideal conditions in the Maldives.
Small Groups
Maximum 4:1 student-to-instructor ratio ensures personalized attention and faster skill development.
Premium Equipment
Train with top-of-the-line scuba gear maintained to the highest standards.
Ideal Conditions
Warm water, excellent visibility, and protected training sites make learning comfortable and efficient.
Experienced Team
Learn from instructors with thousands of dives and decades of combined teaching experience.
Specialty Courses
Enriched Air (Nitrox)
Extend bottom time and learn best practices for analyzing and planning enriched air dives.
Deep Diver
Safely explore up to 30 meters with advanced gas management, descent, and ascent techniques.
Drift Diver
Master channel currents and reel usage to glide along the Maldives’ legendary drift sites.
Underwater Photography
Capture manta rays, sharks, and macro subjects with expert buoyancy and camera coaching.
How Training Works
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1. E-Learning
Complete knowledge development at your own pace through the PADI eLearning platform.
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2. Confined Water
Practice foundational skills in our lagoon or pool, guided by your instructor.
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3. Open Water Dives
Apply techniques on real dives around Maafushi’s reefs, thilas, and wrecks.
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4. Certification & Next Steps
Receive your eCard and personalized recommendations for specialties or continuing education.
Professional Track
Pursue a career in diving with Arena’s mentorship, structured internships, and career placement support.
- Divemaster internships
- Assistant instructor shadowing and team teaching
- Resume and job placement assistance across partner resorts
Ready to Enroll?
Share your certification goals and schedule with our team—we’ll prepare a personalized training roadmap and bundled accommodation options.