by Marcel Jansen | Mar 31, 2025 | PADI IDC - instructor course, Teaching PADI courses
Disconnecting the low-pressure inflator hose from the BCD is typically a skill that is completely new to students. Most have no idea that a sticking inflator could be a problem and they certainly wouldn’t know how to solve it during a dive. As an diving...
by Marcel Jansen | 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 Marcel Jansen | 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 Marcel Jansen | 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 Marcel Jansen | 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...
