La Herradura’s Junior Rescue: Three Days to Safer Diving for Young Divers

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La Herradura’s Junior Rescue: Three Days to Safer Diving for Young Divers

A three-day PADI Junior Rescue Diver course in La Herradura that teaches emergency prevention and management across six dives—this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.

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La Herradura’s Junior Rescue: Three Days to Safer Diving for Young Divers.

Duration
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Location
La Herradura
Operator
Nerja Diving
Category
Water Activities
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Set on the sheltered waters of La Herradura, the PADI Junior Rescue Diver course is a focused, safety-first progression for young divers: over three days instructors concentrate on spotting, preventing and managing diving emergencies, developing situational awareness and practical rescue skills.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

SAFETY FIRST

Rescue training that shifts perspective

The course trains junior divers to look beyond their personal comfort and to prioritize the wellbeing of other divers, teaching techniques to prevent problems and, when required, to control diving emergencies.

PROGRESSION

A concise, three-day skill arc

Delivered across a short, concentrated schedule, the course condenses essential rescue knowledge into a format designed to build confidence and practical ability in a brief span.

LOCAL SUPPORT

Integrated first-aid training available

Candidates must have completed a first-aid program equivalent to Emergency First Response; the operator offers that training as part of its curriculum, simplifying the pathway to certification.

What the day feels like

What the three days feel like

Across three consecutive days you’ll move from awareness to action: classroom and in-water instruction combine to teach how to prevent incidents and how to manage them if they occur. Practical exercises and supervised dives reinforce techniques that transform a recreational diver’s approach to safety.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this course suits — and who it doesn’t

1
Junior Divers (12–15)Designed specifically for younger divers in the 12–15 age band, this junior Rescue Diver course matches their progression toward safer, more responsible diving.
2
Teens ready to step upGood for adolescents prepared to take responsibility for safety and to practice in supervised rescue scenarios; the course emphasizes practical skills and judgment.
3
Parents and guardiansIdeal for families wanting their teen to learn advanced safety skills, but guardians should note age and prerequisite requirements before enrollment.
4
Those without first-aid trainingNot immediately suitable unless the candidate completes the required First Aid/ Emergency First Response certification; the operator teaches that course to meet the prerequisite.

Practical planner

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What to Bring

Participants must bring their own mask and snorkel; if you do not have them they can be purchased at the dive center with a 10% discount during the course.

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the PADI Junior Rescue Diver course?

The course runs three days, with approximately 4:30 hours of instruction per day.

How many dives are included?

The course includes six dives in total, performed as two dives per day.

What are the age requirements?

This junior course is for ages 12 to 15.

Do I need first-aid training before enrolling?

Yes — completion of a First Aid course (including CPR) equivalent to Emergency First Response is required; the operator teaches that course.

Is any specific gear mandatory?

Participants are required to bring their own mask and snorkel; the dive center sells them with a course discount if needed.