by marceljansen69 | Jul 10, 2025 | PADI IDC - instructor course, Teaching PADI courses
The predive safety check—aka “BWRAF” (BCD, Weights, Releases, Air, and Final OK)—is like your pre-dive ritual for peace of mind underwater. As a diving instructor, teaching the buddy check in a fun, memorable way is pretty cool, because it means your...
by marceljansen69 | Jun 18, 2025 | Diving instructor jobs, PADI IDC - instructor course
In the Candidates in the Spotlight series, we talk to our PADI IDC candidates about their experiences during and after the IDC. This time, we talk to Sergei from Russia, who did his PADI IDC in Koh Lipe, Thailand! What made you decide to become a diving...
by marceljansen69 | Jun 15, 2025 | Dive instructor theory, PADI IDC - instructor course
Choosing the best PADI IDC Choosing the best PADI IDC to become a diving instructor can be challenging. There are so many options, and they all claim to be the ‘best’ PADI IDC! We like to be a bit more modest, but we do think that our PADI IDC program is...
by marceljansen69 | Jun 1, 2025 | PADI IDC - instructor course, Teaching PADI courses
‘The giant stride entry is pure excitement! For entry level students it’s like stepping into the underwater world. As a diving instructor, teaching the giant stride is a great joy. For some, it’s a bit nerve-wracking at first, but with your guidance,...
by marceljansen69 | May 4, 2025 | PADI IDC - instructor course, Teaching PADI courses
Teaching proper finning techniques is essential for making students feel comfortable, graceful, and efficient underwater. Learning to use fins properly not only conserves energy but also helps divers move smoothly and avoid disturbing marine life. “Swimming with a...
by marceljansen69 | Apr 5, 2025 | Diving instructor jobs, PADI IDC - instructor course
In the Candidates in the Spotlight series, we talk to our PADI IDC candidates about their experiences during and after the IDC. This time, we talk to Philippine from France, who landed a job as diving instructor in Amed, Bali! What made you decide to become a...
