SDI IDC
CAVE DIVING
CENOTE DIVING
SIDEMOUNT
Your path to a successful SCUBA diving career
Expand and share your knowledge
Reach places where only few have the privilege of reaching and prepare to consolidate and teach your knowledge, making diving a profitable profession.
SDI IDC
Instructor Development Course
The SDI Instructor Development Course (IDC) and Instructor Evaluation Course (IEC) will teach current Divemasters or Assistants Instructors the knowledge to safely function as an SDI Instructor with the abilities to teach SDI Open Water Scuba Divers, Advanced Adventure Divers, Rescue Divers, Divemasters and Assistant Instructors. Paired with a unique internship program, this IDC/IEC will truly prepare Instructor Candidates for a successful career in the dive industry.
CAVE COURSE
Explore the unknown
The APE Divers Academy Cave Course is an intensive, advanced Technical SCUBA diving course separated into three distinct parts: Cavern Introduction to Overhead Environments (Intro to Cave) Full Overhead Environments (Full Cave) An enrolled student will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills in controlled environments with the oversight of the instructor.
SIDEMOUNT
Go further
One tank or two? you decide with the SDI Sidemount course! Sidemount is coming out of the cave and is a great way to dive, comfortable and easy on the back. The recreational course is taught by our Technical instructors, who with plenty of experience can ensure you get the most out of this new configuration. The transition to Sidemount can be intimidating at first but with both a confined session and open water dives you will soon learn how to set up your new configuration.
DISCOVERY SCUBA DIVE
Your first breath underwater
Curious about what it feels like to breathe underwater? Our Discover Scuba Diving experience is the perfect way to take your first breath below the surface — no certification required.
Under the close supervision of our professional instructors, you’ll learn the basic safety guidelines and skills in confined water before heading out for a shallow dive in open water.
This is not a certification course, but a real diving experience designed for beginners who want to explore the underwater world in a safe and controlled environment.
Includes:
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Theory and safety briefing
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Confined water practice
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One open water dive
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All necessary diving equipment
Ready to take the plunge?
Book your DSD experience now and start your journey into the underwater world.
RECREATIONAL DIVE COURSES
Recreational Dive Courses
At Ape Divers Academy we offer a full spectrum of SDI recreational courses designed for every level of diver. From the Open Water beginner certification all the way through Advanced Adventure and Rescue Diver, each program combines small class sizes, personalized coaching and stunning dive sites around Cancún. Our experienced instructors guide you through confined-water skills and open-water dives so you build confidence and master essential techniques.
Why choose our Recreational Courses? Flexible scheduling: weekend or weekday intensives Top-of-the-line equipment and safety protocols Local dive sites in cenotes and offshore reefs Continuing education: seamless progression to Divemaster Ready to take the plunge?
CENOTE DIVING
Discover the Cenotes
Discover the stunning underwater world of Mexico’s cenotes — crystal-clear sinkholes filled with light, formations, and history. Perfect for certified divers looking for a unique and peaceful experience.
Sites include: Chikin Ha, Chac Mool, El Pit, and more.
Depths: From 30 ft to 90 ft, depending on the site
Conditions: Calm water, excellent visibility, and no currents
Included: Two guided cavern dives Full equipment + dive light Transportation, snacks, and water
Requirements: Open Water certification Recent dive within 6 months (Refresher dive available if needed)
Book now and dive into one of the most magical environments on Earth.
SDI IDC
(Instructor development course)
The SDI Instructor Development Course (IDC) and Instructor Evaluation Course (IEC) will teach current Divemasters or Assistants Instructors the knowledge to safely function as an SDI Instructor with the abilities to teach SDI Open Water Scuba Divers, Advanced Adventure Divers, Rescue Divers, Divemasters and Assistant Instructors. Paired with a unique internship program, this IDC/IEC will truly prepare Instructor Candidates for a successful career in the dive industry.
Cave Diving Course
The APE Divers Academy Cave Course is an intensive, advanced Technical SCUBA diving course separated into three distinct parts: Cavern Introduction to Overhead Environments (Intro to Cave) Full Overhead Environments (Full Cave) An enrolled student will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills in controlled environments with the oversight of the instructor.
Sidemount
One tank or two? you decide with the SDI Sidemount course! Sidemount is coming out of the cave and is a great way to dive, comfortable and easy on the back. The recreational course is taught by our Technical instructors, who with plenty of experience can ensure you get the most out of this new configuration. The transition to Sidemount can be intimidating at first but with both a confined session and open water dives you will soon learn how to set up your new configuration.
Discover Scuba Diving
Curious about what it feels like to breathe underwater? Our Discover Scuba Diving experience is the perfect way to take your first breath below the surface — no certification required.
Under the close supervision of our professional instructors, you’ll learn the basic safety guidelines and skills in confined water before heading out for a shallow dive in open water.
This is not a certification course, but a real diving experience designed for beginners who want to explore the underwater world in a safe and controlled environment.
Includes:
-
Theory and safety briefing
-
Confined water practice
-
One open water dive
-
All necessary diving equipment
Ready to take the plunge?
Book your DSD experience now and start your journey into the underwater world.
Recreational Dive Courses
Recreational Dive Courses
At Ape Divers Academy we offer a full spectrum of SDI recreational courses designed for every level of diver.
From the Open Water beginner certification all the way through Advanced Adventure and Rescue Diver, each program combines small class sizes, personalized coaching and stunning dive sites around Cancún. Our experienced instructors guide you through confined-water skills and open-water dives so you build confidence and master essential techniques.
Why choose our Recreational Courses?
-
Flexible scheduling: weekend or weekday intensives
-
Top-of-the-line equipment and safety protocols
-
Local dive sites in cenotes and offshore reefs
-
Continuing education: seamless progression to Divemaster
Ready to take the plunge?
Cenote Cavern Diving
Discover the stunning underwater world of Mexico’s cenotes — crystal-clear sinkholes filled with light, formations, and history. Perfect for certified divers looking for a unique and peaceful experience.
Sites include: Chikin Ha, Chac Mool, El Pit, and more
Depths: From 30 ft to 90 ft, depending on the site
Conditions: Calm water, excellent visibility, and no currents
Included:
-
Two guided cavern dives
-
Full equipment + dive light
-
Transportation, snacks, and water
Requirements:
-
Open Water certification
-
Recent dive within 6 months
(Refresher dive available if needed)
Book now and dive into one of the most magical environments on Earth.
Our students say…
Becoming a diving instructor and “Full Cave” has been the best decision of my life, now I work and live from what I love the most and that is being underwater. Thanks to Daniel Gonzalez, there are plenty of instructors, but a few have the charisma and the ability to easily transmit complex knowledge, just like you! Thank you!
The IDC course at APE Divers Academy was amazing. The instructors were professional and encouraging, helping me improve my skills and build confidence to teach. The best part was practicing in the cenotes, which made the learning experience even more exciting and realistic. Now I’m ready to share my passion for diving thanks to them!
The Full Cave Diver course at APE Divers Academy was an unforgettable experience. Diving in Mexico’s cenotes is something I’ll cherish forever – the crystal-clear waters, the unique formations, and the sense of adventure were absolutely magical. The instructors were incredibly professional and patient, making sure I felt safe and prepared every step of the way. This course not only improved my diving skills but also gave me a deeper appreciation for the beauty and fragility of these ecosystems. If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring underwater caves, this is the place to do it.
I’ve always wanted to try something different in diving, and the Full Cave Diver course at APE Divers Academy was exactly what I was looking for. The cenotes in Mexico feel like another world, with hidden passages and natural light that leave you speechless. The instructors were amazing – highly experienced and with a focus on safety that really gave me confidence. I learned how to plan each dive meticulously and gained a deep respect for this unique environment. This course wasn’t just an adventure; it was an opportunity to grow as a diver and discover a side of diving I never imagined.
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