PADI Diving Courses in Bali – From Beginner to Divemaster
PADI 5-Star Dive Center · Sanur Since 2008 · Small Groups · Expert Instructors
Choose Your PADI Course in Bali
Whether you are taking your first breath underwater or working toward a professional certification, Bali Aqua offers the full range of PADI courses in Bali – taught by experienced multilingual instructors in small groups, at a PADI 5-Star dive center based in Sanur since 2008.
— First Steps Underwater —
Your first experience underwater – no certification required. Try scuba diving in a pool and then explore Bali’s reefs with a professional instructor by your side.
The first level of PADI certification – completed in as little as 2 days. Dive to 12 metres under professional supervision. A great option if your time in Bali is limited.
The world’s most recognised scuba certification. Learn to dive independently to 18 metres and explore Bali’s top dive sites. The starting point for every certified diver.
— Develop Your Skills —
Expand your skills with 5 adventure dives including deep diving and navigation. Dive to 30 metres and unlock more of Bali’s most exciting dive sites.
One of the most rewarding PADI courses. Learn to prevent and manage diving emergencies, develop self-rescue skills, and become a more confident and responsible diver.
A life-saving course open to everyone – divers and non-divers alike. Learn CPR, first aid, and emergency response techniques. Required for the PADI Rescue Diver course.
— Go Further —
The first level of PADI professional certification. Complete an intensive internship, master dive leadership skills, and turn your passion for diving into a career.
Deepen your skills with specialised training – Deep Diver, Drift Diver, Nitrox, Night Diver, Wreck Diver, Sidemount, and more. Available for certified divers at all levels.
Your Path to PADI Certification in Bali
Every diver starts somewhere. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced diver looking to go further, PADI courses follow a clear progression – each certification building on the last.
Why Learn to Dive in Bali With Bali Aqua?
Bali is one of the world’s most diverse diving destinations – and learning to dive here means your first open water dives take place on spectacular reefs, iconic wrecks, and sites that certified divers travel the world to experience.
- PADI 5-Star Dive Center – recognised internationally for quality training standards and professional instruction
- Based in Sanur since 2008 – over 15 years of experience teaching divers of all levels in Bali’s waters
- Small groups, personal attention – maximum 4 students per instructor to ensure safety and progress
- Multilingual instructors – courses available in English, French, and Indonesian
- Flexible scheduling – courses run daily and can be adapted to your time in Bali
- Full range of PADI courses – from your first breath underwater to Divemaster certification, all in one dive center
- Access to Bali’s top dive sites – Liberty Wreck, Nusa Penida manta rays, Amed coral gardens, and more
We do not currently offer adaptive or disability-specific diving programs.
If you have specific requirements or medical questions, please contact us before booking and we will do our best to advise you.
Full pricing for all PADI courses, dive packages, and safaris is available on our Bali diving prices page.
Frequently Asked Questions – PADI Courses in Bali
Bali Aqua offers the full range of PADI courses in Bali – from your first underwater experience to professional certification. Programs include Discover Scuba Diving, PADI Scuba Diver, Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, Emergency First Response, Divemaster, and a range of Specialty courses including Sidemount, Deep Diver, Drift Diver, Nitrox, Night Diver, and Wreck Diver. Full pricing is available on our diving prices page.
Minimum ages vary by course. Discover Scuba Diving and PADI Scuba Diver are available from 10 years old. The PADI Open Water Diver course is available from 10 years old with a Junior certification, upgrading to full certification at 15. The Advanced Open Water course is available from 12 years old. The Rescue Diver course requires a minimum age of 12. The Divemaster program requires candidates to be at least 18 years old. Contact us if you have questions about a specific course for younger divers.
No. Our instructors teach in English, French, and Indonesian. All PADI learning materials are available in multiple languages. If you require instruction in another language, contact us before booking and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Yes. Many divers combine a PADI course with additional fun dives or a multi-day dive package during their stay in Bali. For example, completing your Open Water certification and then joining a 2 or 3-day dive package to explore Nusa Penida, Tulamben, or Amed. Contact us to discuss the best combination based on your schedule and dive goals.
