As a PADI Five-Star Dive Center in Key Largo, Sail Fish Scuba offers a wide range of scuba diving courses, from introductory experiences and beginner certifications to advanced specialty training and professional Divemaster certification. Whether you're learning to scuba dive for the first time, expanding your skills, or working toward a professional diving career, our courses emphasize personalized instruction, small groups, and hands-on training.
PADI is the world's largest scuba diving training organization, and certifications earned through our courses are recognized at dive centers and destinations around the world.
With a maximum student-to-instructor ratio of 4:1, we've developed a reputation as a beginner-friendly dive center where students receive the individual attention they need to build confidence and develop their skills.
As a PADI Five-Star Dive Center in Key Largo, Sail Fish Scuba has been providing personalized scuba diving instruction since 2012. We believe quality training starts with small class sizes, experienced instructors, and an approach that gives students the time and individual attention they need to develop their skills.
Learning to scuba dive should be enjoyable, but becoming a confident, capable diver requires more than simply completing a course. Our emphasis is on proper technique, sound judgment, and developing the knowledge and skills necessary to dive safely and independently.
At Sail Fish Scuba, safety is central to everything we do. Our PADI instructors bring professional training, practical diving experience, and a commitment to maintaining high standards both above and below the water. We believe that knowledgeable, well-prepared dive professionals are essential to providing a safe and enjoyable learning environment.
Our dive professionals maintain applicable qualifications and training in areas including:
Beyond professional qualifications, we believe great instructors embody excellence not only through their knowledge and technical abilities, but also through their patience, attentiveness, and dedication to teaching. Our instructors take the time to work closely with students, evaluate individual progress, and ensure that required skills are demonstrated competently before moving forward.
As a small, independently operated dive center, we prefer the atmosphere of learning and diving with friends and family rather than being part of a large training group. Whether you're taking your first breaths underwater, earning your PADI Open Water certification, or continuing your education through advanced and specialty courses, our approach remains the same: small groups, professional instruction, and personalized attention.
Our goal isn't simply to help you earn a certification card. It's to help you develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence to enjoy scuba diving long after your course is complete.
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Never tried scuba before? Here’s your chance to experience the magic of breathing underwater—no certification required!
The PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience experience is a one-day introduction that lets you explore the ocean without committing to a full course.
Your adventure begins with a fun and informative classroom briefing, where you’ll learn the basics of scuba safety, equipment, and underwater communication. Then, you’ll head to the pool to get comfortable using the gear and practice a few simple skills under the guidance of your seasoned instructor.
Once you’re comfortable, it’s time for the highlight of the day—a boat ride to two stunning shallow reef sites, where you’ll experience your very first ocean dive surrounded by vibrant marine life. It’s an unforgettable glimpse into the underwater world that just might ignite a lifelong love for the ocean.
No prior scuba experience is needed, and the course is open to anyone 10 years or older. Before participating, all participants must complete a medical questionnaire to ensure they are fit for diving.
PADI Discover Scuba Diving Experience
From $299.00+tax
The PADI Scuba Diver certification is a subset of the Open Water Diver course and a great option if you can’t dedicate two full days to complete the Open Water course but still want a lifetime certification.
The main differences between the PADI Scuba Diver and the PADI Open Water Diver certifications are the time commitment, the maximum depth allowed, and who you can dive with. As a PADI Scuba Diver, you’ll be certified to dive to a maximum depth of 12m/40ft under the supervision of a dive professional.
You’ll complete selected portions of the PADI Open Water Diver eLearning, pool training, and two open water dives, giving you a strong foundation in scuba diving skills.
Because the training overlaps, you can upgrade to the full PADI Open Water Diver certification — just come back to the Keys to complete the remaining requirements.
PADI Scuba Diver Course Prerequisites
PADI Scuba Diver Course
From $399.00+tax + PADI eLearning
The PADI Open Water Diver course is your gateway to exploring the ocean with confidence. As the world’s most popular and internationally recognized scuba diving certification, it opens the door to discovering the underwater world down to depths of 18m/60ft.
Your adventure begins with engaging eLearning and video lessons that introduce you to the fundamentals of diving. Next, you’ll take your first breaths underwater in a pool, where you’ll practice essential skills in a safe, controlled environment. Finally, you’ll head into the ocean for four unforgettable dives—bringing everything you’ve learned to life as you explore the beautiful reefs and marine life of Key Largo.
This course offers an incredible way to connect with the ocean and join a global community of passionate divers. Under the guidance of your experienced instructors, you’ll build confidence, strengthen your skills, and become a capable, confident diver.
No previous scuba experience is needed.
PADI Open Water Diver Course
From $499.00+tax +PADI eLearning
The PADI Open Water Diver Referral course lets you start your course at one dive center and finish it at another—anywhere in the world. Begin your academics and pool sessions at home, then complete your open water dives with us here in Key Largo.
You’ll need two days to complete your open water checkout dives—two dives per day. Each dive is guided under the direct supervision of your seasoned instructor.
Here in South Florida, we’re spoiled with access to some of the most beautiful shallow reefs and dive sites—ideal for beginner training! We aim to give all our new divers the chance to explore a variety of locations during their course.
Once you're certified, you’ll have the freedom to spend the rest of your holiday exploring the underwater world and building even more diving experience!
Not Included:
You’ll need to provide your own personal gear, which includes a mask, fins, and snorkel. We have a wide variety of quality dive gear from great brand names, and as a student, you’ll receive a special discount on these items. BCDs, tanks, regulators, and weights are included.
PADI Open Water Diver Referral Course
From $399.00+tax
When was the last time you went below the surface? If it’s been a while—six months, a year, or more—it’s normal to feel a bit out of practice. The PADI Refresher Course is the perfect way to rebuild your muscle memory and boost your comfort, safety, and overall enjoyment in the water.
You’ll have the chance to review and practice essential dive skills in our pool and talk with one of our instructors, who can answer any questions and help fine-tune your diving skills. The goal is very simple—to ensure you feel safe, comfortable, and confident to dive again. If you don't have your own gear, no worries! Dive gear is provided and included in the price.
After the pool session, you’ll head out with your instructor for a 2-tank shallow reef dive trip to explore the vibrant reefs of Key Largo.
If it’s been more than a year since your last dive, we highly recommend completing the morning refresher. For those who haven’t dived in over two years, a morning refresher at Sail Fish Scuba is required before joining any open-water dives.
Every diver’s experience is unique, so feel free to reach out for guidance on the best path for you.
PADI Refresher Dive Course
$299.00+tax +online knowledge fee to PADI
Ready to take your diving to the next level? That’s exactly what the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course is all about. You don’t need to be an “advanced” diver to join—this course is designed to build your confidence and expand your skills, and you can start right after earning your PADI Open Water Diver certification. This course aims to expand your skills and abilities as well as gain greater confidence beneath the surface.
During your training, you’ll complete five Adventure Dives: two core dives—deep diving (beyond 18m/60ft) and underwater navigation—plus three additional dives of your choice. With a wide variety of options available, you can customize your experience to match your interests, whether that’s Night Diving, Wreck Diving, Underwater Photography, Search and Recovery, and more.
With PADI eLearning, you’ll complete the knowledge portion at your own pace before you arrive, giving you more time to focus on what really matters—diving and developing your skills in the ocean.
The PADI Advanced Open Water course is open to certified divers aged 12 and up looking to expand their skills and explore new dive experiences. An Open Water certification is required. Before starting, all participants must complete the Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire and related PADI documents.
Gain experience, build confidence, and discover your diving abilities.
Sign up for your Advanced Open Water Diver course today!
PADI Advanced Open Water Certification Course
From $499 + tax + PADI eLearning fee
The PADI Rescue Diver course is where you start looking beyond your own diving experience and begin focusing on the safety of others around you.
This course teaches you to handle emergencies both underwater and at the surface, as well as on board a boat. You’ll receive training in self-rescue, recognizing and managing diver stress, dive first aid, and the use of AED and emergency oxygen systems. You’ll also learn a range of swimming and non-swimming rescue techniques, all designed to make you a more aware, confident, and capable diver.
This course is open to divers who:
Widely considered the most rewarding scuba class, the PADI Rescue course challenges you while building confidence - and it's surprisingly fun, too!
Rescue Diver: $499+tax +PADI eLearning fee
EFR: $199+tax +PADI eLearning fee
The Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire is designed to help assess your overall health and identify any medical conditions that could affect your ability to dive safely. The Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire is required for all recreational scuba diving and freediving courses.
1. If you respond with a “yes” to statements 3, 5 or 10 on page 1 of the Diver Medical form, you must obtain written clearance to dive from a physician as a prerequisite to in-water activities.
2. A “yes” response to statements 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8 or 9 on page 1 of the Diver Medical form requires you to respond to statements on page 2. A “yes” response to any statements on page 2 requires written clearance to dive from your physician as a prerequisite to in-water activities.
3. There can be no restrictions or conditions noted by your physician (for example, depth limits, water temperature restrictions, etc.)
4. Medical clearance from a physician is valid for one year.
Scuba diving, freediving, and snorkeling are physically strenuous activities that require participants to be in good overall physical and mental health. If you have any concerns about your health or fitness to dive, we strongly recommend consulting with a physician prior to your participation. As a certified diver, it is your responsibility to maintain and refresh your knowledge and skills through regular practice and ongoing education.
You only need half a day in Key Largo to level-up your scuba diving skills with a PADI Specialty certification. Over the course of a morning or an afternoon, you'll work with one of our instructors to complete PADI e-learning modules and apply the skills you've learned.
Half-day specialties are outlines below. Please be sure to note what specialty you're interested in when you book.
Many PADI Specializations require a full day to complete. Spend the morning in the classroom learning skills with our certified PADI instructors, then head out in the afternoon to complete the in-water training dives.
Full-day specialties are outlines below. Please be sure to note what specialty you're interested in when you book.
For the more technical PADI Specialty Certifications, two days and up to four dives are required to complete the course. These classes are a chance to build your skills, gain invaluable experience, and explore breathtaking reef and wreck dives in Florida.
Two-day specialties are outlines below. Please be sure to note what specialty you're interested in when you book.
The PADI Master Scuba Diver rating is the highest recreational rating you can earn through PADI. Whether you're starting as a newly certified diver or already have several PADI certifications under your belt, Sail Fish Scuba in Key Largo can help you build the training and experience needed to work toward becoming a PADI Master Scuba Diver.
Requirements: OW, AOW, EFR(CPR/AED) + (Primary/Secondary Care), Rescue, 5 Specialty Certifications and 50 logged dives.
PADI Divemaster is the first step out of recreational scuba courses and into the professional dive industry.
While this course requires time, effort, and dedication, most find the payoff to be both rewarding and empowering.
Once you are a PADI Divemaster, you will have access to the PADI Worldwide employment board and be able to explore Divemaster working positions worldwide.
The PADI Divemaster internship is a hands-on intense training, designed for those who want to learn the dive industry directly alongside our highly skilled PADI Instructor staff.
Once you complete this PADI Divemaster internship course, you will have access to the PADI Worldwide employment board and be able to explore Divemaster positions all around the planet. We will provide a reference letter to help you gain scuba employment and take the next step in your career.
Sail Fish Scuba is a PADI 5 Star Dive Center in Key Largo, serving divers since 2012. We offer daily recreational scuba diving trips and PADI courses with a focus on small groups and guided diving.
Our recreational dive trips include an in-water PADI dive professional and complimentary underwater photos and videos, so you can enjoy the dive while we capture the experience for you.
Whether you’re trying scuba for the first time, continuing your PADI education, or joining us for a guided dive on the reefs and wrecks of Key Largo, our crew is ready to have a great time in the water with you!
Small-Group Guided Scuba Diving Trips in Key Largo
Daily recreational dive trips with an in-water PADI guide and complimentary underwater photos and videos
Open Daily in Key Largo
PADI Courses in Key Largo
Learn to scuba dive or continue your training in a small-group setting with experienced PADI dive profession
Hours of Operation
7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Private Dive and Snorkel Charters in Key Largo
Plan a private Key Largo dive or snorkel charter to explore the reefs and wrecks of the Florida Keys, tailored to your group’s experience and interests
"Creating Dive Memories Since 2012"
