by marceljansen69 | Mar 2, 2025 | PADI IDC - instructor course, Teaching PADI courses
Taking CESA practice into open water is a big step forward for students—it’s where all their pool practice finally meets real-world diving. In open water, they’re introduced to new factors like depth and currents, which makes this practice so important. This is where...
by marceljansen69 | Jan 2, 2025 | PADI IDC - instructor course, Teaching PADI courses
Hovering is one of the most magical moments in scuba diving—it’s when divers truly experience feeling weightless and in perfect balance. As a diving instructor, teaching students to hover is a fantastic way to show them how to control their body in the water using...
by marceljansen69 | Nov 15, 2024 | PADI IDC - instructor course, Teaching PADI courses
Regulator recovery is a core skill for any diver, teaching them how to calmly retrieve their air source if it’s ever dislodged. Whether it’s from an unexpected bump or a burst of excitement, knowing how to get the regulator back safely is essential to staying calm and...
by marceljansen69 | Nov 10, 2024 | PADI IDC - instructor course, Teaching PADI courses
Learning mask clearing is a truly empowering skill for new divers. But it can be a bit of a challenge for beginners. The idea of water entering their mask can make some students feel anxious or even claustrophobic. On the other hand, mastering mask clearing can be a...
by marceljansen69 | Jan 28, 2024 | Risk Management
Diving instructor is the best job in the world but it does come with some responsibility. Taking people scuba diving for the very first time does involve some risks. For instructors, it is important to be able to manage those risks.In my IDC I try to do much more than...
