References:Blue Adventures has achieved the reputation of being the best in Cabo by IMI Resort Living, the on-line travel publication of the developers of the new, super-luxury Cabo Hacienda on Medano Beach. In addition, we are now listed on the following websites; Cabos' Best, Best on Cabo, the Los Cabos Guide and the Baysider. Our company also enjoys prominent representation in Undercurrents scuba diving directory, the Scuba Board, Scuba Spots, Dive-Centers.net, Scuba Travel UK and SI-Mexico. Sea of Cortez:The Sea of Cortez is, "one of the most productive and diverse marine nurseries on earth," as stated by the Scripps Institute of Oceanography in San Diego, California. The Sea of Cortez is home to 900 species of vertebrates and over 2,000 invertebrate marine species at last count making it biologically the richest body of water on earth. Endangered Sea:Although the Sea of Cortez is currently rich in a multitude of Sea life the Sea is constantly under the threat of devestation by commercial over-fishing. Gill-netting and International long-liners have almost whiped out populations of the Giant Pacific Manta, Vaquita Dolphin and Totuava. Populations of Porpoises, Common Dolphins, Sea Lions, Hammerhead Sharks and other indigenous species are currently under the same threat. It is estimated that 17 species of Marine life in Baja have declined 60 to 90% in less than 10 years. Shrimp Trawlers tear the bottom of the Ocean by dragging their nets across the Ocean floor. Literally killing up to 10 lbs. of life for every 1 lb. of shrimp they catch. Species such as the Sea Cucumber, Bay Scallop, Sardine, Shrimp, Sea Turtle, Marlin, Grouper, Yellow-Fin Tuna, Yellow-Tail, Sting Ray and several species of Shark are rapidly on their way to the endangered species list. Please respect all Sport Fishing limits while fishing in Baja and never disturb Sea Turtles or their eggs on the coast of Baja California. There are five species of Sea Turtle in Baja California, the Leatherback, Green, Hawksbill, Western Ridley and Loggerhead, all five are on the endangered species list. The Loggerhead migrates 6,500 miles from the Japanese Island of Kyushu to the Sea of Cortez. Please help us protect all the amazing life the Sea of Cortez has to offer for many generations to come.
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PADI - The Professional Association of Diving Instructors
Scuba Diving can be a life-long adventure involving travel to foreign lands, continuing education and interaction with a community of like minded individuals who share a passion for the underwater world and it's exploration. Our planet is 85% water and at this point we know relatively little about our greatest resource. The Professional Association of Diving Instructors provides a vehicle for the average person to learn how to enter a totally new world of intrigue and beauty. This page is dedicated to the presentation of the PADI system of scuba diving education. Blue Adventures is proud to conduct scuba diving courses daily in Cabo San Lucas. Classes are available for beginner divers with little or no experience and advanced divers seeking to further their education of scuba diving.
Scuba Diving education will provide the following:
Please read through the following scuba diving class information and contact us with any questions or to schedule your diving courses today with Blue Adventures; Scuba Dive in Cabo San Lucas! All prices do include 10% IVA, sales tax.
The PADI Scuba Diving Path:
The chart below illustrates the PADI scuba diving educational system. Please scroll down for pricing and class descriptions.
Discover Scuba Diving; $100; 1 tank, $140; 2 tanksBlue Adventures offers the PADI Discover Scuba Diving class daily in our shop on the Marina Cabo San Lucas. This class involves a 30 minute video, verbal discussion of diving equipment and is, then, followed by a one tank dive supervised by a certified PADI professional scuba diving instructor. This course is not designed to be a certification course; rather it is a first glimpse into the world of scuba diving for those who have no prior scuba diving experience. If desired, additional tanks are available to students who wish to complete 2, one tank dives with the instructor on the same day. Please contact us for more information or to schedule your course today!
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Open Water Diver Certification; $350In the PADI Open Water Diver course, your PADI Instructor takes you through the basics of learning how to scuba dive. This is the fun and safe way to begin exploring the ocean. You will start in a pool or pool-like conditions and progress to the open water (ocean) getting background knowledge along the way. Blue Adventures conducts the Open Water Diver class daily in the shop on the Marina Cabo San Lucas. We do attempt to be flexible with class scheduling to provide our clients with time to enjoy other activities in Cabo while on vacation. Meeting times are typically 8:30am or 1pm. Contact us for more information or to schedule your Open Water certification class.
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Open Water Diver Referral; $240You may begin your PADI Open Water Diver training at a local dive shop in your area, then, travel to Cabo San Lucas to complete your Open Water dives in the open ocean to obtain your certification. We also now accept universal referrals from other training agencies (NAUI, SSI and Yscuba). Contact us today for more information.
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1 Tank Scuba Refresher Course; $100If you have gone more than 2 years without diving it is suggested you should complete a scuba refresher course prior to your return to scuba diving. If you have not dove in more than 5 years it is required. The refresher course consists of a 1 tank dive with a certified PADI Instructor and a short class room period prior to the dive. You will have time to ask the Instructor specific questions and participate in skill practice to assure your ability to dive safely in Open Water conditions. Contact us today for more information or to schedule your course with a PADI professional.
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Advanced Open Water Diver; $280When you step beyond the PADI Open Water Diver level, you will make five dives and have the opportunity to try some of diving’s most rewarding and useful specialty activities, such as deep diving, digital underwater photography, wreck diving and much more. Must be a PADI Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification from another training organization) and 15 years old (12 for Junior Advanced Open Water Diver). Contact us now to make your reservations.
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Specialty Diving Courses; $175Blue Adventures is proud to offer specialty training to assist divers in expanding their knowledge and experience of scuba diving. These courses are available by reservation only. Contact us today for more information on these exciting learning experiences.
Rescue Diver; $500The Rescue Diver course is required for all divers who wish to step beyond recreational scuba diving to become professional divers. This is an important step in expanding the diver's knowledge and experience to be prepared for emergency situations while diving. The course teaches the diver to be aware of the safety and well-being of other scuba divers, and provides the knowledge base and skills needed to assist in basic search and recovery operations. The Emergency First Response class (CPR training) is required for all Rescue divers and Dive Masters and must be re-newed every 2 years. The EFR class can be provided by PADI professionals, local hosipitals or other medical service providers. Contact us today for more information on this important step in career diving.
Master Scuba Diver; $500The Master Scuba Diver course is for those who wish to complete a higher level of diving training without pursuing a professional career. This course is perfect for those with a passion for diving and a desire to dive regulary in recreational situations. This course is ideal for the private yacht owner, charter boat Captain and weekend diving enthusiast.
Dive Master; $1000This course is designed to train qualified individuals as supervisory scuba diving personnel. In this role, the Divemaster may either over-see general diving activities or serve as an underwater scuba diving guide. Divemaster training consists of three phases or modules that include; Weatherman ship and Skill Assessment, Knowledge Development and Practical Application of training in on-the-job situations. Module1: Weatherman Ship and Skill Assessment. This training module is designed to evaluate candidate ability (and if necessary, provide remedial training) in several important areas of skill. This consists of four basic training areas; Weatherman ship and Stamina, General Diving skills, Problem Solving and Diver Rescue Skills. Module 2: Knowledge Development. This is academic training with the purpose assisting the Divemaster candidate to develop the knowledge base necessary to fulfill his duties. Contained within this section are performance requirements and presentation outlines for the following topics; Dive Planning, Dive Management & Control, Supervising students in training, Physics, Physiology, Equipment, Environmental Skills and Recreational Dive Planning. Module 3: Specific Application. Designed to enable the candidate to put into practice knowledge gained concerning how to plan, manage and control diving activities. It consists of two training options; Option A (practical exercise) and Option B (internship) including underwater mapping, pool skill overview and practice. The Divemaster candidate will gain experience in the role of Divemaster in confined water sessions, in open water training (two open water sessions) and the role of the Divemaster in non-training activities (two open water sessions).
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