SDI Divemaster Bundle in Goa

  • SDI Certified
  • 30-60 Days
  • 40m max
₹71,280per person, GST extra
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Duration
30-60 Days
Max depth
40m max
Certification
SDI
Category
Professional

Highlights

  • A career in diving starts here
  • 30-60 day internship with real guests
  • All prerequisite courses in one bundle
  • SDI Divemaster professional certification

SDI Divemaster Bundle: your path to a career in diving

Duration
30–60 Days
Internship
Included
Min Age
18
Certification
SDI Divemaster

SDI Divemaster is the first professional level. It lets you guide certified divers, help instructors run courses and work at dive centres. The FlyingFish bundle includes every prerequisite course plus a 30 to 60 day internship.

You learn the job by doing it: briefing guests, guiding at Grande Island, helping on courses and handling safety on the boat.

Who it is for: Anyone who wants to work in diving, plan a working season at a dive resort, or simply get the most complete diving education possible.

SDI Divemaster Bundle: full contents

Stage 1: prerequisite courses (if you do not already hold them)

SDI Open Water Scuba DiverYour first certification: pool training and 4 open water dives.
SDI Advanced Adventure DiverDeep, navigation and night/limited visibility dives, needed for Divemaster.
SDI Computer Nitrox DiverNitrox for longer dives on busy working days.
First aid, CPR and oxygenFirst Response Emergency Care and O2 Administration, required for Rescue and Divemaster.
SDI Rescue DiverThe rescue course required before Divemaster training.

Stage 2: Divemaster training

Dive theory to professional level, dive site management, briefings, guiding certified divers, assisting on courses and handling emergencies.

Stage 3: 30–60 day internship

You work as a Divemaster intern at FlyingFish: assisting on courses, guiding certified divers, checking equipment and giving briefings.

Prerequisites for SDI Divemaster

Minimum age 18 (15 to 17: SDI Junior Divemaster)
SDI Advanced Adventure Diver or equivalent
SDI Rescue Diver or equivalent
Current first aid, CPR and oxygen provider training
40 logged dives to start Divemaster training
60 logged dives to graduate
Medically fit to dive

Arriving without some of these? The bundle includes them. We check your cards on arrival and build a schedule that fills the gaps first.

Where you'll dive during the internship

The Divemaster internship is based at FlyingFish Goa. All the diving is at Grandé Island, 30 minutes by speedboat from Novotel Candolim.

Grandé Island Reef
5–18m · All levels

Coral gardens, moray eels, snappers, parrotfish. Our main training reef, with gentle conditions and plenty of fish.

Suzy's Wreck
12–18m · OW+

British-era wreck covered in soft coral, with resident groupers, blue-spotted stingrays and moray eels.

Sail Rock
14–24m · Advanced recommended

Rocky pinnacle with currents and open-water fish. Eagle rays and drift diving.

Shelter Cove
6–14m · All levels

Protected bay, very gentle. Nudibranchs, pipefish, seahorses. A good place to practise skills away from the current.

Bounty Bay
5–12m · All levels

Shallow reef for long bottom times. Small life such as nudibranchs and ornate ghost pipefish. Good for photography and hover practice.

Internship diving volume: During the 30–60 day internship, Divemaster candidates usually log 50–80+ dives at Grandé Island and get to know every site, how it changes with the seasons, and the marine life. By the end you'll know the underwater layout of Grandé Island about as well as our staff instructors do.

What's included in the bundle

All prerequisite SDI courses you do not already hold
First aid, CPR and oxygen training
SDI Divemaster training
30–60 day internship at FlyingFish
Full ScubaPro equipment
Complimentary fun dives
SDI certification cards

Not Included

  • Specialty courses beyond the bundle
  • Accommodation
  • Personal expenses

After SDI Divemaster

Guide certified divers at dive centres worldwide
Assist SDI instructors on courses
Supervise SDI Supervised Divers
Go on to SDI Assistant Instructor and Instructor (IDC + IEC)

Why train with FlyingFish in Goa

Here's what is different about diving with us.

ScubaPro equipment, serviced on schedule

Pro-grade gear serviced every 100 dives or 6 months, not when it fails. MK25/S620 regulator, Hydros Pro BCD, Aladin Sport dive computer. You train on the same equipment working instructors use.

Maximum 4:1 Diver-to-Instructor Ratio

Your instructor knows where you are underwater at all times. No crowded groups. If a skill needs more practice, you get the time for it instead of waiting behind 8 other students.

SSI, PADI and SDI at One Centre

We teach all three agencies at the same location. You choose which certification fits your future dive plans. We give you honest advice, not a push toward whichever we sell more of.

Professional Base at 5-Star Novotel Candolim

Proper briefing rooms, clean equipment rinsing stations, structured course schedule. The difference between a dive school and a beach shack matters when you are doing a multi-day certification course.

Real work during the internship, not observation

At some centres a Divemaster internship means carrying tanks and watching instructors. At FlyingFish, interns run briefings, guide certified divers independently (with supervisor oversight), assist on courses, and handle equipment logistics. By Day 30 you're doing Divemaster work, not reading about it. That's why our internship graduates are employable straight away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Age 18, SDI Advanced Adventure Diver (with deep, navigation and night/limited visibility dives), SDI Rescue Diver, current first aid, CPR and oxygen training, and 40 logged dives to start. You need 60 logged dives to graduate.

About 60 to 90 days if you arrive with no certification. Divers who already hold some prerequisites finish sooner.

Many centres hire divemasters from any major agency, but some only take their own agency. If you have a particular employer in mind, check with them. Crossing over to another agency later is possible.

You must be 18 for SDI Divemaster. Divers aged 15 to 17 can take SDI Junior Divemaster and upgrade at 18.

Among other water skills, an 800m swim with mask, snorkel and fins in under 17 minutes. We train for it during the internship.

Positions depend on the season and our needs, so we cannot guarantee one. Ask us about current openings.
A FlyingFish divemaster checking coral on an underwater cleanup dive
Trash-Free Thursday

Dive with a purpose

Every Thursday our team heads out and clears whatever rubbish we can find on the reef and in the water.

Want to help? Ask us about joining a cleanup dive.

Ask about cleanup dives
Dive Club

Keep diving all year

Certified divers get 12 months of unlimited dives at Grande Island for ₹19,800 + GST.

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What Our Divers Say

Real Reviews from Real Divers

Don't just take our word for it. Here's what our guests say on Google and TripAdvisor.

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Professional staff with all safety measures and excellent service and support...!!
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Best scuba school in goa highly recommended! My wife and I had an amazing experience with Flying Fish Scuba School and instructor Sunny. Despite her never having been in a swimming pool, my wife completed her dive course successfully thanks to their incredible support and professionalism. If you want quality instruction and genuine care—not scams—this is the place. 100% worth it!
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Had a great experience.
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Manna Singh
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It was priceless movement...i must recommend this as they are very professional....i was scared before start but dinesh the instructor he make me very comfortable and then i came back for and turn ....it was grt grt time i spent at the sea bed ....and really thanks amitab sir i really appreciate for last min call for second time...and u accepted....lots of love....
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you are looking for scuba diving in Goa, you’ve likely noticed dozens of operators offering "5-in-1" water sports combos at low prices. As a tourist, I was skeptical of these "scammy" setups. I decided to go with FlyingFish Scuba School (based at the Novotel Resort) based on the review It was definitely the right call and I can easily say it's the BEST scuba diving experience in Goa. ​The Training & Team The experience started with a thorough pool session, which was incredibly helpful for getting comfortable with the gear and breathing techniques before heading into open water. A huge shoutout to Mr. Dinesh and Ms. Maitri, they were phenomenal. Both were professional, friendly, and reliable, which is exactly what you want when you’re 10-12 meters underwater. ​The Dive (Scuba 40) I opted for the 40-minute dive. The marine life was beautiful; I saw a variety of fish and healthy coral reefs. They also provided video footage from an action camera, which was a great bonus. Note on visibility: While the shipwreck is a major draw, we couldn't see it during my session due to visibility issues. It’s worth keeping in mind that nature doesn't always cooperate, but the rest of the dive more than made up for it. ​Facilities & Logistics The logistics were handled very well: ​Changing Rooms: Clean and accessible facilities to change out of wet clothes both after the pool session and after returning from the jetty. ​Refreshments: Proper snacks were provided, which were much appreciated after the energy-intensive dive. ​Safety: The 1:1 instructor-to-student ratio during the dive made the whole experience feel very secure. ​Verdict If you want a "real" diving experience rather than a rushed tourist activity, this is a solid choice. It felt safe, organized, and honest. FlyingFish scuba surely made th diving experience memorable!
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Really great experience, Unique concept of 40 plus 40 min dives, Very good dive sites and the whole team is so good and helpful...A big thank you to Anirudh and Dinesh Bhai, enjoyed a lot and will come back for the course...And Thank you Amitabh Sir too...
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Joseph Durfey
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Highly recommend! Dive master was super knowledgeable and professional. Took good care of us. Thank you
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Abdul Waheed
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Best experience we ever had
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- Did an Open Water DiverScuba course with flying fish scuba in goa. This course stands out because at the same course price across India you get 4+2 speciality course dives, which can hugely improve your performance. As there base is at novotel candolim, you get better convenience if you decide to stay at the resort. - Our instructor was Anirudh. He was amazing, supportive and clarified all our doubts. You can trust him and his experience. You will learn a lot over the duration of course. - Dive sites are amazing both the wreck and coral colony. Happy Diving!
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First scuba experience It was my first diving experience. I chose flying fish scuba school and was very happy to have chosen this center. They guided me properly. I had an amazing dive and a great experience.
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Scuba Very good experience to much friendly staff members they help you
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40+40 scuba diving It’s spell bounding experience, I can’t express my happiness. I took 40+40 min long scuba diving . That was intensive and tedious though. I was very eager to see corals and under water 🗺️ world. My instructor Dinesh who truly genuine, with lot of patience listened to me because I was very very anxious once dived into sea!!! I almost gave up, but I asked him 5 mins and repeated the same pool training, eventually I made it😍❣️!! I dived deep equalising my ears often as I have sinusitis problem that caused sharp pain in my ears. My instructor was really helpful and cooperative. Thank you flyingfish scuba for making my dive easier and possible 🪸💖💙
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Scuba Nitrox Great experience with Ashish & Dinesh! Will come back here next time as well!
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Scuba Staff members are excellent!
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Scuba Ashish was an excellent scuba diving trainer and made the whole experience very comfortable. He explained everything clearly and was very patient, especially with beginners. I felt completely safe and confident under his guidance. His calm nature and professionalism made the dive even more enjoyable. Highly recommend Ashish to anyone trying scuba diving for the first time!
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Scuba Excellent experience with team of the Novotel 👍
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Scuba diving Best service provider best experience of life very well trained and professional staff
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Scuba diving Very good experience and had a nice time
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Scuba It was fun and comfortable around them first scuba diving totally worth each penny

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