1. Concept

PADI ReActivate is a personalized refresher program for certified divers (Open Water or higher).You only need to review the knowledge and skills you feel less confident about, instead of repeating the entire course. After completion, you can receive a new certification card with the ReActivate date, showing that you have recently updated your skills.

2. Benefits

• Save time: Only about 2–3 hours of eLearning plus one practical dive session.
• Boost confidence: Helps you feel comfortable and safe when returning to diving after a long break.
• No need to start over: You only review what is necessary.
• Updated certification card: The new card will display the ReActivate date, giving dive centers confidence in your current skills.

3. Process

1. Register for the PADI ReActivate eLearning course (online).
2. Review the basic diving theory.
3. Practice essential underwater skills with a PADI Instructor.
4. Receive a new certification card upon completion.

4. Who should choose this program?

• Divers who already hold a certification but have not been diving for several months or years.
• Those preparing for a dive trip and want to ensure their skills are refreshed.
• Divers who want to update their certification card to make joining international dive trips easier.

👉 In short: PADI ReActivate is a quick and convenient way to refresh your diving skills, helping you confidently return to the ocean without having to retake the entire course.