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Moana Lu'u
Please note: Manta Dolphins, Whales, are wild creatures and their presence is affected by surf conditions, seasonal changes and the quantity of food in the water. No guarantees are made for their presence.
48 hours cancellation policy applies to all reservation or full CC charge will be made.
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Diving
& Snorkel
Diving
& Snorkel
Moana Olapa
Coconuts
1-808-329-6068
PADI Dive Master
Cost for the course is $999.95+tax base (price with adjustments listed below)
PADI eLearning allows candidates to complete independent study through Divemaster Online and requires 5 to 8 full days of practical work for completion.
If you choose to go with the online program be sure to enter through our website at: www.bigislanddivers.com/e-learning
to qualify for our $75.00 discount on e-learning.
(Offer ONLY available if you enter the PADI e-learning through our website portal.)
OR
NOTE: If you answered "YES" to any questions on your Medical form, you will need to get your Doctors signature on a medical release before you start the class.
Incompleteness of required study material or E-learning, unsigned medical waivers, or causing delays in our scheduled classes; might required additional instructor time/pool or ocean dives, all which will result in additional fees.
CANCELLATION POLICY: 48 hours notice needed or there will be a charge
PADI traditional study allows candidates to study independently with the PADI Divemaster Manual and Video and requires 7 to 10 full days of practical work and classroom time for completion. Requires purchase of PADI Divemaser Crew Pack with Holographic verification sticker.
The best method for development is to have candidates work with student divers during Practical Assessments 1-3. If the candidate's schedule allows flexibility to work with actual scheduled students there is no additional charge.
However, if this is not feasible, role playing is acceptable but requires and additional fee of $189.95+tax per day and depends upon availability of role-players to complete Assessments.
Candidates who have a PADI Search and Recovery Diver certification may be credited with completing Skill 4 - Search and Recovery Scenario. Candidates who have a PADI Deep Diver certification may be credited with completing
Skill 5 - Deep Dive Scenario.
Big Island Divers recommends completing the two above specialties and provides for Divemaster Candidates to acquire these specialties by offering PADI Search and Recovery Diver and Deep Diver Specialties at a 25% discount during the Divemaster Course.
Diver Prerequisites
• Certified as a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver and PADI Rescue Diver
• 18 years old
• Logged 40 scuba dives
• Completed EFR Primary and Secondary Care training within 24 months
• Medically evaluated and cleared for diving by a physician within 12 months - You can find the Medical Statement here:
Materials Required
• PADI Divemaster Manual
• PADI Instructor Manual
• RDP – Table and eRDPML including associated Instructions for Use booklets
• The Encyclopedia of Recreational Diving
• Divemaster Slates
• Log book
Divemaster candidates must view the PADI Divemaster Video.
Recommended
• PADI’s Guide to Teaching
• Diving Knowledge Workbook or Dive Theory Online
• Scuba Tune-up Guidebook
Equipment as described for Instructors and Certified Assistants in the General Standards and Procedures Guide.
1. Fins, mask and snorkel
2. Compressed gas cylinder and valve
3. Buoyancy control device (BCD) with tank mount or separate backpack, and low pressure inflator
4. Primary regulator and alternate air source
5. Breathing gas monitoring device (e.g. submersible pressure gauge)
6. Depth monitoring device
7. Quick release weight system and weights (if necessary for neutral buoyancy, or if required for skills practice)
8. Adequate exposure protection appropriate for local dive conditions.
9. At least one audible emergency surface signaling device (whistle, air horn, etc.)
10. Dive computer or RDP (eRDPML or Table) Standard Instructor and Certified Assistant Equipment
Have all standard diver equipment plus:
1. Time monitoring device
2. Compass
3. Knife/diver’s tool
Exception: Where prohibited locally.
4. Two surface signaling devices – one audible (whistle, air horn, etc.) and one visible (inflatable surface tube, fl are, signal mirror, etc.)
5. Dive flag – where required locally
6. Instructions for use for dive computer or RDP/eRDPMLmaster Video.
