Who We Are

A dedicated team of diving professionals committed to safe, sustainable and unforgettable underwater experiences.

Founded by Divers, Run for Divers

Red Sea Diving Centre was established in 2008 by a group of passionate underwater enthusiasts who believed the Red Sea deserved a dive operation that prioritised quality, safety and ecological respect above volume.

Over fifteen years later we have guided more than eight thousand dives across forty-plus sites — from the famous wreck of the SS Thistlegorm to the remote southern reefs of the Brothers and Daedalus. Our philosophy has remained unchanged: small groups, rigorous training and genuine care for every diver who enters the water with us.

We hold a PADI 5-Star Centre designation, are registered with the Chamber of Diving and Watersports (CDWS), and all vessels are inspected annually to meet international maritime safety standards.

What Drives Us

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    Safety FirstEvery dive plan accounts for conditions, experience level and emergency protocols. We never cut corners.
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    Marine ConservationWe follow and enforce reef-safe practices, run coral restoration workshops and partner with local environmental NGOs.
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    EducationGreat diving starts with great teaching. We invest heavily in instructor development and up-to-date course materials.
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    CommunityLocal employment, responsible tourism and fair partnerships with village communities are integral to how we operate.

Meet Our Instructors

All instructors hold current PADI certifications and at least five years of Red Sea diving experience. Emergency oxygen provider and DAN first-aid training are mandatory for all staff.

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Captain Omar

Head Instructor & Owner

PADI Course Director with 22 years in the Red Sea. Specialist in technical and wreck diving.

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Sofia Martinez

PADI Master Instructor

Freediving champion and marine biologist, leading our snorkelling and eco-dive programmes.

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Lars Eriksson

Technical Dive Instructor

Tec 65-qualified cave and rebreather specialist. Runs our advanced and trimix courses.