A Year in Review at Master Divers

As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to look back at what made this year at Master Divers so special. From welcoming divers from all over the world to seeing our community grow through recommendations and repeat visits, it has been a year full of bubbles, smiles, and unforgettable underwater moments.

A Truly International Dive Community

This year, we were proud to welcome divers from across the globe. Our top visiting countries included:

United Kingdom – 304 divers
Germany – 240 divers
United States – 138 divers
Netherlands – 107 divers
France – 83 divers
Israel – 70 divers
Australia – 70 divers
Switzerland – 61 divers
India – 58 divers
Canada – 52 divers

Seeing so many different nationalities come together underwater is a reminder of how diving connects people beyond borders.

How Divers Found Master Divers

One of our favorite stats this year highlights the power of our community. Most of our divers found us through personal recommendations and organic connections:

Friends & family recommendations – 558
Walk-ins – 556
Website – 441
Instagram – 31
Email – 18
WhatsApp – 18
Facebook – 14

Word of mouth continues to be our strongest channel, and we could not be more grateful for every recommendation shared.

Who We Dove With This Year

Our divers spanned a wide range of ages, showing that scuba diving truly is for everyone:

Ages 10–14: 27
Ages 15–19: 96
Ages 20–24: 336
Ages 25–29: 443
Ages 30–34: 260
Ages 35–39: 130
Ages 40–44: 96
Ages 46–49: 62
Ages 50–54: 57
Ages 55+: 98

Whether it was a first-time diver, a returning traveler, or someone ticking off a lifelong bucket-list dream, we loved diving with every one of you.

Our Dive Community by Gender

This year, our community was made up of:

Male: 53.9%
Female: 40.3%
Other: 5.8%

We are proud to welcome divers of all identities and backgrounds and to foster an inclusive and supportive dive environment.

Courses & Diving Experiences – Your Path Starts Here in 2026

This year showed exactly why Koh Tao remains one of the world’s top dive destinations, and why so many divers choose to train and dive with Master Divers. Whether you are planning your very first dive or looking to take the next step in your dive career, there is a clear path waiting for you.

Fun & Introductory Diving
If you are already certified or just want to get a feel for the underwater world, our most popular experiences speak for themselves:

Fun Dives: 2,206 (58%) – relaxed, reef-filled dives for certified divers
Discover Scuba Diving: 287 (7%) – the perfect first breath underwater
Scuba Review / Refresher: 247 (6%) – ideal if it has been a while since your last dive
Bubble Maker: 6 – introducing our youngest ocean explorers to diving

Core PADI Courses
Ready to become a certified diver or continue your training? Hundreds of divers took this step with us this year:

PADI Open Water Diver: 368 (9%) – start your diving journey
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver: 180 (4%) – gain confidence and experience
PADI Adventure Diver: 57 (1%) – sample advanced dives
PADI Rescue Diver: 45 (1%) – build confidence, awareness, and rescue skills

Specialty Courses (Continuing Education)
For divers who want to refine skills, gain confidence, or explore new styles of diving beyond the core courses, our specialty training remained a strong focus this year:

PADI Specialty Courses (including Deep, Nitrox, Navigation, Sidemount, Self-Reliant, Oxygen Provider, Emergency First Response, Project AWARE, and TecRec): 214+ certifications

These courses are perfect for divers looking to tailor their training, dive smarter and safer, or prepare for more advanced and professional-level programs.

Professional & Career-Level Training
Thinking about turning your passion into a profession? Many divers did exactly that with us this year:

Technical & Advanced Training
For those pushing limits and expanding skills:

PADI TecRec Courses: 4

2026 Diving at a Glance – What Divers Choose at Master Divers

This snapshot highlights what divers actually booked and completed in one year at Master Divers. Clear numbers, real demand, and proven training pathways that continue into 2026.

Master Divers A Year in Review