This retreat is a great fit if you:

• Have always wanted to scuba dive but feel nervous or unsure
• Want a calm, supportive learning environment
• Prefer small groups or private attention
• Value confidence and mastery over speed
• Want an experience that feels personal, not transactional

This retreat is not for you if:

• You want the fastest possible certification
• You enjoy large group, high-energy learning environments
• You want to be pushed before you feel ready

A Confidence-First Approach to Learning Scuba

Most dive courses focus on completing skills as quickly as possible.

At Utila Luxe, we slow the process down so confidence can develop naturally.

This retreat combines:
• Beginner Open Water scuba certification
• Small group or private instruction
• Coaching tools to work through fear and hesitation
• Gentle progression in calm, clear Caribbean waters

The result is not just a certification card, but a diver who feels grounded, capable, and confident underwater.

To keep the in-person experience calm and unrushed, part of your learning begins before you arrive.

Once confirmed, you’ll be assigned online scuba eLearning to complete at your own pace before the retreat. This covers the foundational knowledge so our time together can focus on skill practice, comfort in the water, and confidence building.

When you arrive, we’ll do a relaxed, in-person knowledge review to make sure everything feels clear and well understood. This is not a test, it’s simply a chance to ask questions and ensure you feel ready before entering the water.

From there, all training progresses slowly and at your pace, with plenty of guidance and support throughout.

Day-by-Day Overview

(Exact schedules may vary based on conditions and group needs)

Day 1: Arrival & Orientation
• Arrival to Roatan and transfer to Utila
• Island welcome and settling in
• Equipment fitting and orientation
• In-person knowledge review

Day 2: Foundations & Confined Water
• Confined water skills practice
• Breathing and buoyancy basics
• Gentle progression with guidance

Day 3: Open Water Dives
• Guided open water dives
• Skill integration at your pace
• Ongoing feedback and support

Day 4: Open Water Progression
• Continued open water dives
• Comfort, awareness, and control
• Time to practice and integrate skills

Day 5: Completion & Integration
• Final certification dives
• Reflection and integration conversation
• Certification completion and celebration

Days 6–7: Flexibility, Integration & Exploration

The final two days are intentionally left open.

This flexibility allows space to:
• Adjust earlier training if needed
• Move dives due to weather or conditions
• Add fun dives after certification
• Rest, explore the island, or simply enjoy being here

For many guests, these days become a favorite part of the experience, offering time to integrate what you’ve learned and enjoy diving without pressure.

• Round-trip airport shuttle from Roatan Airport
• Round-trip ferry tickets between Roatan and Utila
• Lodging for 7 days / 6 nights
• Daily breakfast and lunch
• Beginner scuba certification
• All dive equipment and tanks
• PADI certification fees
• Small group or private instruction
• Airport and island logistics support

Everything is handled so you can focus on the experience.

We intentionally keep this retreat small.

• Small Group: Maximum of 4 guests
• Private Option: One-on-one support

This allows us to adapt pacing, provide personal feedback, and create a calm learning environment.

$4,500 per person

Dates are limited to preserve the quality, pace, and personal nature of the retreat.

Exact pricing may vary based on dates and lodging availability.