PADI Reef Rescue Diver Specialty | Reef Rescue Network
PADI Distinctive Specialty

PADI Reef Rescue Diver Specialty

Coral is calling. Answer the call by exploring the underwater world during this PADI distinctive specialty course. Earn your certification and join a global community of divers dedicated to marine conservation.

Dive Deep Into Coral Restoration

Divers will become familiar with the skills, knowledge, procedures, and techniques involved with coral restoration diving. During two open water dives, divers learn how to maintain a coral nursery and may even have the chance to plant their own nursery-reared coral.

This isn't just a certification. It's your entry point into active reef conservation. You'll leave with practical skills and the knowledge to make a real difference every time you dive.

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What You'll Learn

Coral Biology

Understand coral anatomy, reproduction, and the factors affecting reef health in the Caribbean.

Nursery Maintenance

Learn hands-on techniques for cleaning, monitoring, and maintaining coral nursery structures.

Coral Fragmentation

Master the art of fragmenting corals to propagate new colonies for reef restoration.

Outplanting Techniques

Discover how to safely transplant nursery-grown corals onto degraded reef sites.

Monitoring Methods

Learn scientific monitoring protocols to track coral growth and restoration success.

Conservation Community

Join a network of certified reef rescue divers working together across the Caribbean.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Find a Reef Rescue Network partner near you and book your PADI Reef Rescue Diver Specialty course today.

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Rep the Reef Rescue Network with our "Coral is Calling" collection. 100% of proceeds support coral restoration.