Mad Shark Diving Malta

Located in San Pawl il-Bahar, Mad Shark Diving is a specialist PADI centre that has become a cornerstone for divers in Malta, Gozo, and Comino. The centre is led by Mirosław Rodziewicz, a Master Instructor and technical diving specialist with more than 25 years of experience in the field.

Whether you are looking to complete your first Open Water Diver course or you are a seasoned technician looking for full rebreather support, the centre is built around professional standards. They focus on a personalised approach, operating with small groups to ensure every diver receives the attention required for safe and rewarding diving.

The centre is headed by Mirosław Rodziewicz, a PADI Master Instructor and technical diving expert. His extensive experience ensures that the instruction provided meets high professional standards, particularly for those moving into advanced or technical territory.

The team is capable of delivering a vast range of PADI certifications, from entry-level courses to professional-level training such as Divemaster and Instructor levels. For those pursuing a career in diving, the centre provides the necessary path through the IDC and staff instructor ranks.

Instruction is delivered in English and German. The centre prioritises safety and technical precision, making it a reliable choice for divers looking to expand their skills in complex environments like wrecks, caves, and deep walls.

The training programme covers the full PADI spectrum, starting with Discover Scuba Diving and the Open Water Diver course. For those looking to advance, the curriculum includes Advanced Open Water Diver, Deep Diver, and Wreck Diver specialties.

Technical and specialty training is a core focus here. You can train for Enriched Air Nitrox, Night Diving, Peak Performance Buoyancy, and Underwater Navigation. For more advanced divers, the centre offers specialized training in Drysuit Diving, Drift Diving, and even Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) handling.

The professional training track is also fully supported, offering courses for Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, Open Water Scuba Instructor, and up to Course Director levels. Technical divers can find specific training for rebreather use and advanced gas mixes.

For technical divers, the centre provides comprehensive support for rebreather diving, including access to cylinders and Sofnolime 797. They are well-equipped to handle the specific needs of CCR divers, ensuring you have the right gas mixes for your profile.

Full rental kit is available on-site for those who prefer not to travel with their own equipment. This includes wetsuits, BCDs, regulators, dive computers, torches for night dives, masks, and fins. The centre also operates a small boutique for diving accessories and offers equipment servicing for your personal kit.

The marine life around the Maltese islands is diverse, particularly around the wrecks and reefs. You will frequently encounter various species of colourful fish, octopus, and moray eels.

In the cave systems and around the reefs, you can find vibrant life including octopus and moray eels. The local waters are well-known for their variety of reef fish and invertebrates.

Diving in the area involves a variety of environments, from shallow reefs to deep wrecks and caves. The availability of technical gases and specialized training allows you to safely explore these different depths and settings.