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...
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...
‘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,...
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...
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...
Asia Scuba Instructors Blog is written by Course Director Marcel Jansen. Asia Scuba Instructors runs PADI Instructor Courses in multiple locations around Asia.
