60 Years of PADI and Circle Divers

Celebrating 60 Years of PADI with Circle Divers – PADI 5 Star IDC Resort in the Red Sea

In 2026, the global diving community proudly celebrates 60 years of PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) — the world’s largest and most respected scuba diving training organisation. For six decades, PADI has set the international benchmark for diver education, safety standards and professional training, helping millions of people discover the underwater world safely.

At Circle Divers, we are proud to be a PADI 5 Star IDC Resort in Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh, delivering internationally recognised scuba diving courses and unforgettable Red Sea diving experiences while strictly following all PADI training standards.

Why PADI Has Led Scuba Diving for 60 Years

Since 1966, PADI has revolutionised the way people learn to scuba dive. Through innovative teaching systems, digital learning platforms and consistent global standards, PADI ensures every certified diver receives the same high-quality training anywhere in the world.

A PADI certification means:

Internationally recognised dive qualification
Consistent safety standards worldwide
Structured skill development from beginner to professional
Access to thousands of dive centres and resorts globally

Whether you complete your Open Water course in Egypt or continue your training abroad, your certification remains trusted and transferable worldwide.

Circle Divers – PADI 5 Star IDC Resort in Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh

Being a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre (IDC) Resort reflects our commitment to excellence, professionalism and ongoing instructor development.

At Circle Divers, we offer:

PADI Open Water Diver courses
Advanced Open Water and Specialty courses
Rescue Diver and Divemaster training
Instructor Development Courses (IDC)
Guided fun diving in the Red Sea

Our dive centres in Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh operate with modern equipment, experienced multilingual instructors and small group sizes to ensure personalised attention and maximum safety.

Commitment to PADI Standards and Diver Safety

Safety is our highest priority. Circle Divers strictly follows all PADI training standards, instructor ratios, depth limits and supervision requirements. Our dive professionals regularly update their qualifications and participate in continuous training to stay aligned with PADI’s latest procedures.

We maintain:

Fully serviced dive equipment and compressors
Oxygen units and emergency response plans
Detailed dive briefings and risk assessments
Environmentally responsible diving practices
Professional maintenance records and safety logs

This ensures every diver enjoys a safe, relaxed and professional diving experience in the Red Sea.

Learn to Dive in the Red Sea with Confidence

The Red Sea is globally recognised for its warm waters, exceptional visibility, vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life — making Dahab and Sharm El Sheikh ideal locations for learning to scuba dive.

Whether you’re trying scuba diving for the first time or progressing toward professional certification, Circle Divers provides structured training in some of the world’s most beautiful dive sites.