PADI IDC PHUKET

Asia Scuba Instructors offers the most complete PADI IDC program in Phuket. Together with our partnering dive centers, we offer the most awesome facilities, excellent training and multi language support.

There are many reasons to do your PADI IDC in Thailand. It is one of the most popular places in the world to do your Instructor Course and to start working as a diving instructor. We run a PADI IDC in Phuket every month!

Why Do Your PADI IDC in Phuket, Thailand?

Diving capital of Thailand

Phuket is considered the diving capital of Thailand. It offers access to amazing dive sites like Racha islands, Phi Phi islands and the King Cruiser wreck. The famous Similan islands are also in close proximity.

There are many dive centers in the area which makes finding employment after your IDC relatively easy.

After your IDC, the largest island in Thailand offers a rich variety of experiences. Beach-bumming, culture, diving, fabulous food, Party scene.

If you love food, you will love Phuket. There are many restaurants serving western and Thai food. If you are a little bit more adventurous you should definately try the street food that you can find in the many foodstalls on the night markets.

In Phuket you can find some of the world’s finest beaches. Wherever you stay you will never be far from the beach! Most beaches are easily accessable but there are also many quiet and secluded beaches.

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Our PADI 5-Star CDC Partner in Phuket

Sea Fun Divers Phuket

Sea Fun Divers

Sea Fun Divers is a PADI 5 star Career Development Center – the highest PADI Dive Center rating – with four locations in Phuket. With 25 staff we offer all levels of PADI courses. We also provide daily diving trips to all Phuket dive sites so you are welcome on our purpose built diveboat before, after, or during the IDC.

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Our IDC location

Our IDC facilities are located in “Le Meredien Resort” from which we have access to our own private beach and house reef! With three air conditioned classrooms, a huge swimming pool and three Course Directors on staff, we offer a level of support that is absolutely unique in Thailand!

Your PADI IDC Phuket, a Unique Experience

If you are looking for the best place to start your PADI instructor career, Phuket should be high on your list. Our PADI IDC in Phuket feature the absolute best facilities in Thailand to enjoy your course.

Phuket also offers many amazing dive sites and is at the center of the diving industry in Thailand. A comfortable learning environment that facilitate a great start of your diving career.

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Unique facilities

We have absolutely unique facilities that include a huge swimming pool, 3 air-conditioned classrooms and a beautiful beach and house reef, 20 steps from the dive center.

Everything you need during your PADI IDC is right on site so no need to commute between classroom, pool and open water sites, making your IDC a efficient and enjoyable learning experience.

Multilingual team

Having 3 Course Directors and many experienced instructors on-site means that we can fully support you during your PADI IDC in Phuket.

Many instructors in our team have over 20 years of experience a s a diving instructor and can support you in many languages.

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Great diving

We have absolutely unique facilities that include a huge swimming pool, 3 air-conditioned classrooms and a beautiful beach and house reef, 20 steps from the dive center.

We dive Racha islands, Phi Phi islands and the famous King Cruiser wreck. On our shallow house reef you can find an exeptional variety of healthy corals and marine life and you can junp in any time during or after your course.

Join our PADI IDC in Phuket and enjoy free UNLIMITED diving on our housereef for all Divemaster and IDC students!

 

Top Reasons to Take Your PADI IDC in Phuket, Thailand

  • Phuket is the heart of Thailand’s diving industry and gives you easy access to amazing dive sites like Racha Islands, Phi Phi, King Cruiser wreck. Even the world-famous Similan island are not far away.
  • Exceptional facilities including three AC classrooms, a huge pool, private beach, and house reef just steps away
  • Enjoy discounted boat diving daytrips and free dives on our housereef, before, during and after your PADI IDC.
  • A hugely experienced team of three full-time Course Directors and passionate instructors offering support in multiple languages.
  • We’ll teach you not only to pass the instructor exam with ease but you will also enjoy our full support during the PADI IDC and throughout your entire diving career.

Our absolute unique support

During your PADI IDC in Phuket, Thailand, you’ll receive full support every step of the way. From the moment you sign up, we will help you prepare with access to unique digital study materials and dive theory reviews, in our online classroom. You’ll participate in classroom presentations, confined water workshops, open water teaching exercises, rescue assessments to ensure you’re ready to start teaching your first courses.

After sucessfully completing the PADI IDC and IE we will support you in finding your first dive instructor job and we’ll continue to support you throughout your career.

Our experienced PADI Course Directors and Staff Instructors are passionate about teaching and diving, and committed to your success. We don’t just teach tricks to pass the PADI Instructor Examination (IE). We’ll make you a confident diving instructor, ready to inspire the next generation of divers.

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

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I really enjoyed the IDC program. Marcel was very friendly, interactive, and supportive throughout the course. What impressed me the most was how logically and clearly he explained even complicated topics by using simple and practical examples. Not only me, but all of the other candidates seemed to fully understand and agree with his explanations during the course. He was always professional, patient, and encouraging, which created a great learning atmosphere. I learned a lot and genuinely enjoyed the entire experience. I would definitely recommend this program to my friends and to anyone who wants to become a confident and professional PADI Instructor.
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The best place to get your IDC! The wisdom and support provided by Marcel was outstanding! He made sure we were all comfortable and confident heading into the Instructor Exams. Couldn’t have accomplished this without him. Special shout-out to Azul Komodo too. They helped keep us organized, provided a good learning environment, and made sure we had everything we needed during the IDC. Couldn’t have done this without them either.
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There was another reviewer who wrote “Before Marcel I was not an instructor.” I like this review a lot. It sums up exactly my feelings as well. When I initially reached out to Marcel and ask him about the course, he said that his Focus was not on getting me to pass the Instructor exam but instead to focus on making me into an instructor, and indeed that’s why I chose to work with Marcel. He took lots of care and many hours to share what he has found effective in his ear as an instructor. He also encouraged me to try and find my own methods to where appropriate. As a person, Marcel is very Zen, humble, patient, and just exudes good vibes. He’s the kind of guy that’s easy to hang out with, and fun to dive with. Despite us not really focusing that much on the exam, but really on teaching and teaching techniques, when it came to exam time, I felt really prepared, and of course I passed. If you’re thinking about taking any scuba courses, Marcel would be an enjoyable choice. If you’re thinking about doing the IDC, working with him is a no-brainer.
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Muy buena experiencia con Marcel, muy buena preparación, al final se vuelve hasta fácil el IDC, mientras que hagas los deberes y no la líes claro.¡Be sharp! Lo recomiendo, incluso no siendo mi lengua en la que realice tanto la preparación como el examen. Queda añadir la ayuda por su parte desde el primer momento en relación a la logística del curso y ajenas al mismo. Mis 10
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Den IDC bei Marcel zu machen, war die beste Entscheidung. Top Trainingslocation, Pool & privater Strand vom Hotel Méridien Phuket. Es wurde sich zudem um alles Wichtige bzgl. Organisation gekümmert, Transfer und gutes Essen zu Mittag 😉 Aufgrund der hohen Ausbildungsqualität war die IE kein Problem. Danke an Asia Scuba Instructor’s und Sea Fun Diver für die großartige „one in a lifetime experience“. See you underwater 🤙🏼
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I couldn't have asked for a better Course Director for my IDC than Marcel. He is incredibly experienced and knowledgeable, and he has a gift for breaking down complex topics with clarity and conciseness, making the learning process smooth and effective. Despite holding us to very high standards, he keeps the atmosphere relaxed with his great sense of humour; his many interesting stories from the industry aren't just entertaining—they provide real-world context you can't get from a manual. Marcel ensures you are not only well-prepared for the instructor exam but also become a mature and responsible dive instructor. His feedback is always constructive and direct, which really pushes you to improve. The course itself is well-organized, yet he remains flexible in scheduling and tailors classes to individual needs. Thanks to his preparation, I went into the IE feeling fully confident. I finished the course not only with a new certification but with the genuine competence to be a safe and professional instructor. Highly recommended!"
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Recently completed my IDC with Marcel in Bali and couldn’t recommend this guy enough. He’s more than just a ‘pass the IE’ teacher, he teaches you skills how to actually teach, deal with situations. The most down to earth lovely man I’ve met and anyone would be lucky to learn from him. I would jump at the opportunity to work with him again! 🦈
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I did my IDC with Marcel and it was amazing!! I learned so much from him and became a certified PADI instructor with ease. He was always prepared for any situation and answered any and all of my questions. Patient, kind, and flexible, if I had a chance to train or work with him again, I would in a heartbeat. Thanks for everything Marcel!! 💜
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Also..Gratuliere an Marcel!!You are great.Ich hatte die Möglichkeit und großes Glück Marcel für meine IDC Vorbereitung zu haben.Tolle Vorbereitung,Spaß am Lernen und viele neue Infos für mein zukünftiges Schaffen und Lehren im Tauchsektor.Mit deiner ruhigen und feinen Art hast du es geschafft uns alle zu motivieren.Letztendlich haben wir die Prüfung mit Bravour bestanden.Danke Marcel!!Wir bleiben in Kontakt!!
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Ich habe meinen PADI IDC bei Marcel gemacht und kann ihn wirklich von Herzen empfehlen! Marcel ist nicht nur ein mega kompetenter Course Director, sondern auch einfach ein richtig cooler, entspannter und hilfsbereiter Mensch. Was ich besonders schätze: Er erklärt alles absolut verständlich, nimmt dir komplett die Nervosität und schafft eine Atmosphäre, in der Lernen wirklich Spaß macht. Man merkt sofort, wie viel Erfahrung und Leidenschaft er mitbringt und dass ihm jeder einzelne Schüler wichtig ist. Außerdem ist er extrem flexibel: Er kann den gesamten Kurs problemlos auf Deutsch oder Englisch halten – was uns ein zusätzliches Gefühl von Sicherheit gegeben hat. Dank seiner Unterstützung und seinem Vertrauen in uns bin ich super vorbereitet und mit einem richtig guten Gefühl durch den IE gegangen. Top Typ, top IDC absolute Empfehlung!
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The most important prerequisite to join our PADI IDC is a PADI Divemaster certification or equivalent. 

Not quite there yet? Have a look at our PADI Divemaster course!

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Phuket is one of the most popular places in the world to complete your PADI IDC and to start working as a diving instructor.

After your PADI IDC, the largest island in Thailand offers a rich variety of experiences. Beach-bumming, culture, diving, fabulous food, Party scene.

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Asia Scuba Instructors offer PADI Instructor Development Courses in multiple beautiful locations around Asia.

We run an IDC every month so for sure, you can find a course that fits your schedule.