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“Protect our blue planet, one dive at a time“
At Scuba Vida in Varadero, Cuba, we proudly offer internationally recognized scuba diving certifications through PSS – Professional Scuba Schools International. Whether you’re taking your very first breath underwater or aiming to become a professional dive guide, PSS courses provide the skills, confidence, and certification you need to explore the underwater world safely.
•🌍 Internationally recognized certifications accepted worldwide
•📱 Digital training materials – learn theory online at your own pace
•🤿 Flexible, student-focused approach to learning
•✅ High safety standards with certified instructors
•🚤 Perfect for both beginners and advanced divers in Varadero’s clear waters.
•Age: 10+
Not ready for full certification? Experience scuba for the first time under the direct supervision of our instructor. Perfect for beginners and vacationers!
•Depth: Up to 6–12m
•Duration: Half-day experience
Your passport to the underwater world! Learn scuba diving step by step and earn your PSS Scuba Diver certification, valid worldwide. Non autonomous Diver
•Age: 12+
•Depth: Up to 10m
•Includes: Digital manual, pool/confined water training, 2 open water dives
•Duration: 2-3 days
Your passport to the underwater world! Learn scuba diving step by step and earn your PSS Open Water Diver certification, valid worldwide.
The Open Water Diver course is the perfect start for anyone looking to explore the underwater world confidently and safely. In just a few days, you’ll learn essential skills like buoyancy control, dive planning, and underwater communication through classroom sessions, pool practice, and open water dives. Upon completion, you’ll be certified to dive independently up to 60 feet (18 meters) deep, opening up countless new adventures. Take the plunge and start your certified diving journey today!
•Age: 12+
•Depth: Up to 18m
•Includes: Digital manual, pool/confined water training, 4 open water dives
•Duration: 3–4 days
Build confidence and expand your diving skills with exciting adventure, such as deep diving, navigation, or night diving.
•Age: 12+
•Depth: Up to 30m
•Duration: 2–3 days (5 specialty dives included)
Learn how to prevent and manage diving emergencies while becoming a more confident and prepared diver. A rewarding and challenging step.
•Prerequisite: Advanced Open Water Diver
•Age: 15+
•Duration: 3 days
Take your passion to the next level and become a PSS Dive Guide or Instructor. Train with Scuba Vida’s experienced instructors and start your professional diving career in Cuba or abroad.
✔ Certified PSS Instructor guidance
✔ Course materials (digital manual and videos)
✔ All scuba equipment rental
✔ Confined water and open water sessions
✔ International certification upon completion
•🐟 Beautiful reefs, wrecks, and calm conditions for safe training
•👨🏫 Small groups with personal attention
•🏝 A fun, family-friendly environment
•📍 Conveniently located on Varadero Beach
Ready to Dive In?
Take your first step toward becoming a certified diver or upgrade your skills with a PSS course in Varadero, Cuba.
•Discover Scuba Diving (Try Dive) – $ 80 usd
•Scuba Diver – $ 250 usd
•Open Water Diver Certification – $ 360.00 usd
•Advanced Open Water Diver – $ 300.00 usd
•Rescue Diver – $ 350.00 usd
•Specialty Courses (Night, Deep, Wreck) – from $ 150.00 usd
•Experienced, multilingual instructors
•Small groups for personalized attention
•Modern, safe equipment
•Recognized PSS certifications valid worldwide
👉 Start your scuba journey in Varadero and earn your SCUBA certification in paradise
Scuba diving specialty courses allow divers to expand their skills and explore specific areas of interest beyond the basic certification. These courses cover a wide range of topics such as underwater photography, night diving, wreck diving, deep diving, and navigation, among others. They provide targeted training that enhances safety, confidence, and enjoyment underwater while allowing divers to experience new environments and challenges. Specialty courses are ideal for divers who want to develop expertise in particular aspects of diving or pursue professional-level certifications.
1. Do I need previous experience to take a course?
No. We offer courses for all levels — from beginners (Try Scuba / Discover Scuba Diving) to professional certifications.
2. What is included in the course price?
All courses include full equipment, digital materials, classes with a certified instructor, and an international PSS certification upon completion.
3. How long does each course last?
It depends on the level: from half a day (Try Scuba) up to 3–4 days (Open Water Diver).
4. Where are the classes and dives held?
In Varadero, in clear, calm waters ideal for learning.
5. What is the minimum age required?
From 10 years old for Try Scuba and 12 years old for certification courses.
