PADI Courses in Paros
Learn. Progress.
Dive with Confidence.
Train with the Paros Elite Dive Team and build practical diving skills through personal, professionally guided PADI training in Paros.
PADI 5 Star Dive CenterA clear path from first certification to professional training.
Start with Open Water, develop your range through Advanced, strengthen awareness with Rescue, specialise in the skills that interest you, or work towards Divemaster.
PADI Open Water Diver
Open Water Diver is the complete beginner certification—not a one-dive introduction. Learn the knowledge, skills and in-water confidence needed to become a certified recreational diver.
Advanced Open Water Diver
Develop stronger navigation, underwater awareness and experience at greater recreational depths while building on the skills you already have.
- Deep and underwater-navigation adventure dives
- Three additional adventure dives
- Five dives in total
- Duration: 2–3 days
- Full scuba equipment included
- Site selection follows course objectives, diver level, instructor planning and conditions
PADI eLearning purchased separately.
Rescue Diver
Strengthen your awareness, prevention and problem-solving skills. Learn to recognise diver stress, respond calmly and assist another diver while building confidence in more challenging situations.
- Awareness and prevention
- Self-rescue and problem solving
- Recognising diver stress
- Surface and underwater response scenarios
- Duration: 2–3 days
- Full scuba equipment included
PADI eLearning purchased separately.
Develop the Skills That Matter to You
Choose a focused pathway that makes you a more capable, controlled and thoughtful diver. Paros Elite training fees are shown below. PADI eLearning is not included and is purchased separately through the official PADI Store.
Plan and explore responsibly.
Learn wreck surveying, mapping, special finning techniques and responsible line use.
Build discipline at depth.
Learn deep-dive planning, gas management, narcosis awareness and safety procedures to a maximum of 40 m.
Refine control and efficiency.
Fine-tune weighting, trim, neutral buoyancy, movement and air efficiency.
Create better images underwater.
Practise composition, lighting, backscatter reduction and the Shoot–Examine–Adjust method.
Stay longer within no-decompression limits.
Learn oxygen analysis, cylinder labeling, maximum operating depth and how to set a dive computer for enriched air up to 40% oxygen.
Equipment: standard scuba equipment is included. Specialty-specific equipment—including camera requirements—is confirmed when booking.
Wreck training note: Wreck dives are conducted only in windless conditions. This strict requirement also applies to the wreck dives required for the PADI Wreck Diver Specialty. If there is wind, the wreck-diving part cannot take place and must be rescheduled or the schedule adapted. Suitable sites also depend on course objectives, diver level and instructor planning. A particular wreck or penetration route is never guaranteed.
*PADI eLearning is purchased separately through the official PADI Store. Currency, taxes and promotions may vary at checkout.
Learn in Paros.
Progress in Real Diving Environments.
Suitable training sites are selected according to course objectives, diver level, instructor planning and conditions—connecting your education to the varied underwater environments around Paros without promising a particular site.
Turn Diving into Something More
Develop professional-level diving awareness, leadership, organisation and dive-management skills within a working PADI dive operation.
Meet Your Instructors
Train with experienced Paros Elite instructors who combine clear teaching, local knowledge and personal attention.
What Our Students Say
“I did my Padi open water dive course with Katherina and it was the best experience! She and the team made me feel so safe and comfortable, while having a fun and one-on-one experience! The equipment, boats and diving spots were great as well. Would definitely recommend!”Maud Hoppenbrouwers · Google Review
“Had an amazing experience doing my PADI Open Water course with Paros Elite! Steven was a great instructor, super patient and made me feel confident with every exercise. I learned a lot, felt safe, and had a lot fun”Claudia Gomes · Google Review
“Took Advanced Open Water and had an extremely good experience, with a highly skilled and supportive instructor and team.”Kristoffer G · Tripadvisor Review
PADI Courses FAQ
Can I start PADI eLearning before arriving in Paros?
Yes. Complete the knowledge-development portion online at your own pace before practical training. Use the existing official PADI Store links on this page, connected to Paros Elite Store #30213. Course eLearning is purchased separately; this is different from the included same-morning theory for Discover Scuba Diving.
How does the practical training work?
Your instructor guides you through the skills and dives required for your chosen course. Training progresses according to the course requirements and your readiness. The course sections above show the practical programme and duration.
What are the course prerequisites?
Prerequisites vary by course and may include prior certification, logged dives and first-aid training. Before booking, tell us your current certification and experience so we can confirm the requirements for the programme you choose.
What is the minimum age for a PADI course?
Minimum ages depend on the course. Open Water Diver can start from age 10, with junior restrictions. Please contact us with the student’s age and chosen course so we can confirm eligibility and the applicable limits.
Are there medical requirements?
All student divers complete a medical questionnaire. A physician’s approval may be required based on the answers. Please raise any medical questions before booking and obtain any required clearance before in-water training.
Is diving equipment included?
Standard diving equipment is included as described in each course section. Any specialty-specific equipment, including camera requirements, is confirmed when booking.
How is my course schedule arranged?
We confirm the practical schedule for your chosen course when booking, using the durations shown above. For the standard boat trip, meet at 09:00 for preparation until 10:00; departure is at 10:00, the dive briefing is onboard after departure and return is around 14:00. Your course-specific training schedule is confirmed separately.
Can the Wreck Diver Specialty run if there is wind?
Wreck dives are conducted only in windless conditions. This is a strict requirement for the wreck dives needed for the PADI Wreck Diver Specialty. If there is wind, the wreck-diving part cannot take place and must be rescheduled or the schedule adapted.
Ready for Your Next Step?
Tell us where you are in your diving journey and we will help you choose the right course.