Rise to the Challenge. Respond with Confidence.
The PADI Rescue Diver course at Lak Scuba transforms you into a more aware, capable, and confident diver. You’ll learn to prevent problems before they occur and handle emergencies—big or small—both underwater and at the surface.
Often described as one of the most challenging yet rewarding PADI courses, Rescue Diver training expands your awareness of dive safety and teaches you how to protect others while maintaining control in stressful situations.
Why Take This Course?
- Build Confidence in managing dive emergencies
- Help Others by recognizing and responding to issues quickly
- Think Like a Leader with risk assessment and problem-solving skills
- Essential Step for anyone progressing to Divemaster or Instructor levels
- Globally Recognized Certification that elevates your dive profile
What You'll Learn
This course goes beyond self-reliance and teaches you how to:
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Recognize and manage diver stress
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Respond to panicked or unresponsive divers
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Conduct in-water rescues and exit strategies
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Perform effective searches for missing divers
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Provide in-water rescue breathing
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Use emergency equipment such as floats and lines
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Communicate and coordinate with your buddy and rescue teams
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Think critically and act decisively under pressure
Training includes realistic rescue scenarios that simulate actual dive incidents, helping you develop calm, clear-headed responses.The PADI Rescue course is a minimum 2 days program. To participate you need to be 12 years of age and be a PADI Adventure, or Advanced Diver with First Aid/Secondary Care and CPR Training.
Course Structure
- Duration: 2–3 days
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Includes:
- Knowledge development (self-study and instructor-led sessions)
- Confined water practice
- Open water rescue scenarios
- Format: Scenario-based skill development with feedback and review
Prerequisites
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or equivalent)
- Emergency First Response (EFR) certification within the past 24 months
- Minimum age: 12 years
If you haven’t taken EFR yet, we offer it as a bundled course—ask us for details!
What’s Included
- Digital or printed Rescue Diver manual
- Rescue skill sessions with certified PADI instructors
- Emergency equipment training
- Certification card upon completion
- Loads of fun, challenges, and learning moments!
Course Fee
₹25,000
Why Choose Lak Scuba for Your EFR Instructor Training?
Train in the pristine waters of Lakshadweep, ideal for rescue scenarios
Small-group instruction for personalized attention
Experienced PADI-certified instructors with real rescue experience
Supportive, safety-focused environment that helps you grow