ASIA SCUBA INSTRUCTORS BLOG
Great first PADI IDC in Bali
Already more than 2 years ago I came to an agreement with Joe's Gone Diving to organize PADI IDC's in Bali. Because of the pandemic, it took until this July before it actually happened.Now, the tourism in Bali is back to normal and it was actually quite busy, even if...
Top reasons to do your PADI IDC in Bali
If you're thinking about becoming a PADI Instructor and you are looking for a place to do your IDC, Bali should be at the top of your list. This Indonesian paradise offers many great reasons to choose it as your training destination. Here are 8 reasons why Bali is the...
10 things you didn’t know about scorpionfish
Scorpionfish are related to other fish in the family Scorpaenidae, which includes over 400 species of fish. Some of the most well-known and closely related fish in this family include scorpionfish, lionfish, and stonefish. All of these fish are characterized by their...
What is the best place to work as a diving instructor?
New PADI instructors often ask me "What is the best country to work in as a diving instructor?"I cannot determine the "best" place to work as a diving instructor, as it ultimately depends on your personal preferences and priorities.I am happy to share what I know...
New Dive against Debris Specialty
We have added a new option to our PADI MSDT program. You can now choose to become an AWARE Dive against Debris specialty instructor. Becoming an "Aware dive against debris" specialty instructor is a great way to share your passion for scuba diving while making a...
Why “PADI Instructor” looks great on your CV
Becoming a PADI instructor after finishing college allows you to travel the planet and work in tropical locations for a few years. You may wonder if your experience as a diving instructor will help you to find a job in the corporate world. How does PADI instructor...
Swapping the Office for the Ocean
Are you getting tired of your 9 to 5 office job? Thinking about a change of career? Here are the stories of 3 PADI Pros who were once in your shoes, sitting behind a desk and excelling in corporate life. They made the decision to swap their office suit for a wetsuit,...
New PADI job board
Finding PADI Instructor jobs The PADI Job board has always been one of the more reliable places to find diving instructor jobs.The interface was very outdated (like the rest of the PADI Pro site) but PADI is working hard to improve things.Recently PADI has completely...
The return of Thailand’s’ Zebra Sharks
The zebra shark (Stegostoma fasciatum) is an elegant species of shark also known to many divers as the leopard shark. Zebra sharks can often be found resting on the sandy bottom near shallow coral reefs during the day. The sharks are active at night, hunting small...
Hidden scuba diving spots of Thailand
A few secret tips for a scuba diving holiday in Thailand. Thailand is a popular vacation destination. Not only with divers, but also with culture lovers, backpackers and beach goers. In the most popular places like Phuket the 'Thailand feeling' is sometimes hard to...
New PADI Rescue Diver Adventure Dive
An exiting new Adventure Dive The Rescue Diver course is often described as one of the most challenging and yet rewarding courses that divers have completed.Still, while many divers make the step from Open Water to Advanced, far fewer divers make the next step to...
True facts about marine life
True facts about marine life Something to make you smile: a few hilarious and educational videos about marine life.
5 Reasons to become PADI MSDT
The MSDT prep course is an great add-on to your IDC. One of our most popular packages is our Go Pro ‘MSDT’ package. MSDT – Master Scuba Diver Trainer, is the ‘next step up’ from Open Water Scuba Instructor. During the MSDT Prep course you will learn how to teach 5...
Top Dive Sites of Phuket, Thailand
Phuket is one of Thailand’s most popular holiday destination; as well as great beaches, plenty of activities and entertainment on land, an excellent choice of accommodation and vibrant nightlife, Phuket also offers some fantastic diving opportunities. Whether you are...
PADI Adaptive Techniques Specialty
PADI Professionals have a long and successful history of working with divers with disabilities. PADI’s approach to diver education is (and always has been) inclusive: Everyone who meets a course’s prerequisites is welcome to enroll. The PADI Adaptive Techniques...
10 Places you want to visit in Phuket
Whether you’re looking for soaking up the sun, natural beauty or hidden gems, these Phuket photos will make you want to visit the Pearl of The Andaman Sea right now. Big Buddha One of the most famous landmarks on the island For almost every visitor to Phuket...
Teaching the PADI Rescue Diver course
Lately I got a few comments about the PADI Rescue Diver course, saying the course was not realistic. My reply: "You are the instructor. You can make it as realistic as you like". PADI Rescue Diver course I think the Rescue Diver course is a very complete...
Teaching buoyancy control
Teaching new divers good buoyancy control and proper finning style takes a lot of effort from the diving instructor. Here are a few tips from course director Marcel Jansen.
10 reasons to become a dive instructor that you may not have thought of before
10 reasons to become a dive instructor that you may not have thought of before
10 Reasons to do your PADI IDC in Phuket
There are many reasons why Phuket is an awesome place to do your PADI IDC and start your Instructor career! Here are 10 to start with! King Cruiser and other awesome dive sites There are some great dive sites close to Phuket. You can make daytrips to the Koh...
Diving with sharks in Thailand
Great news! According to a recent survey from Shark Guardian and eOcean, sharks can be seen on almost 60% of all divesites in Thailand. Most encountered sharks are Blacktip reefsharks, Leopard (or Zebra) sharks, whitetip reefsharks and Bamboo sharks. But also Nurse...
PADI Distinctive Specialty Courses
The next time you’re checking in for a dive, when other divers pull out their Advanced Open Water card or Deep Diver card, how’d you like to flash an Underwater Model certification card? If you’re looking for a unique scuba diving adventure, ask your PADI Instructor...
Sharkwater – Part II
Another legendary shark documentary by Rob Stewart is coming soon! Sharkwater: Extinction, scheduled to release in October 2018, is a follow up to his first two award-winning films, Sharkwater and Revolution. Sharkwater exposed the devastating issue of shark finning,...
What’s up with the full face snorkeling masks?
Recently there has been a lot of discussion about the safety of full face snorkeling masks. Following a series of tragically fatal accidents in Maui many stories of ‘unsafe equipment’ came about. What is really the issue here? A new trend About three years ago...
Free scuba diving magazines
I love reading magazines about scuba diving. Sure, there’s plenty of info, blogs and websites about diving but for me it’s far more relaxing to flick through a magazine then to ‘browse the web’. When I’m traveling I read magazines on my tablet and because I don’t...