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Optimist Divers

Hurghada, Arabia Road, Elwafaa District, Inside King Tut Beach Resort, Red Sea, Egypt

About This Program

Longstanding, safety-focused shop in Hurghada offering a full lineup of diving and courses, with a stated commitment to marine conservation through basic environmental messaging and launching a corals school.

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Purpose Activities

This course teaches how to lead dives, assist with classes, give briefings, manage dive emergencies, and improve underwater and safety skills through real experience alongside instructors. You’ll build confidence running dives, helping students, and handling common problems in the water.

Divers age 18+ (or 15 for Junior Divemaster) with Rescue Diver certification and medical clearance.
Required: PADI Rescue Diver certification (or qualifying certification)
Required: Emergency First Response (or qualifying training) within 24 months
Required: Minimum 40 logged dives
Required: Medical clearance within 12 months
Required: Minimum age: 18 (15 for Junior Divemaster)
Equipment provided: Tanks, Weights, Full Diving Equipment, Lunch And Soft Drinks, Pick-Up Within Hurghada

If you aren't fully qualified yet, you can still sign up for it - we'll help find the right training pathway for your current skills.

How to Join:

Confirm your spot directly with the Training Team.

  1. Click 'Check Availability' to open the request form.
  2. Select your preferred start date and current certification.
  3. Submit your request directly to the Course Director.
  4. Receive confirmation of your spot and final price.

Additional Offerings

Fun Diving

Daily boat trips to Hurghada’s Red Sea sites, with options for snorkeling, intro dives, and guided dives for all experience levels including local reefs and islands.

Training Courses

Full PADI range from Open Water to Divemaster, plus specialties like Deep Diver and Nitrox, taught by experienced instructors using a structured daily schedule with all equipment provided.

Accommodation

No dedicated on-site accommodation, but located inside King Tut Beach Resort for convenient access and can assist with nearby hotel bookings.