Your PADI Scuba Instructor Course in Komodo
Your PADI Scuba Instructor course in Komodo
Dive into Your Dream Career with Azul Komodo’s PADI IDC Course
Are you passionate about diving and looking to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than our Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Instructor Development Course (IDC).
Our IDC course is designed to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI). Led by experienced PADI Course Directors, you’ll receive personalized instruction and hands-on training that will prepare you for a successful career as a scuba diving instructor.
At Azul Komodo, we pride ourselves on providing a comprehensive and immersive learning experience. Our IDC course covers everything from dive theory and teaching methods to risk management and business principles. We also provide ample opportunity for practice teaching and feedback, ensuring that you feel fully prepared for your final evaluation.
Our IDC course isn’t just about becoming a certified instructor. It’s also about immersing yourself in the breathtaking underwater world of Komodo National Park. As part of the course, you’ll need to complete a minimum of 100 logged dives, allowing you to explore the park’s stunning coral reefs and diverse marine life. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in conservation initiatives and learn about sustainable diving practices.
Don’t just take our word for it – our IDC graduates have gone on to successful careers in the diving industry all over the world. Join us at Azul Komodo and take the first step towards your dream career as a scuba diving instructor.
Choose Indonesia
Labuan Bajo is the perfect place for you to immerse yourself in your instructor course without distractions from a bustling party scene. This laid-back town offers a peaceful and focused atmosphere, allowing you to concentrate on your course content and build strong relationships with fellow instructor candidates.
Not only does Labuan Bajo offer an ideal learning environment, it also serves as the gateway to some of the world’s most spectacular diving sites. Depending on the season, you’ll have the opportunity to gain experience with the legendary, powerful currents of Komodo, which will enhance your diving skills and take you to new levels of proficiency.
Join us in Labuan Bajo for an unforgettable diving adventure that will broaden your horizons and provide you with the training and experience needed to become a successful diving instructor.
Our Emphasis on Ocean Conservation and Responsible Leadership in the Azul Komodo IDC Program
At Azul Komodo, we believe in the importance of ocean conservation. As a dive professional, you will play a critical role in protecting our oceans and preserving their delicate balance. Our program will equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a responsible leader and a champion for the underwater world.
We are dedicated to providing you with a solid foundation for your new career in diving. Our commitment to you is to ensure that you have a fun, engaging, and supportive IDC experience.
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What happens during the Instructor Development Course in Komodo?
This program helps you gain the knowledge and teaching skills you will need to get your first job in the diving industry. During the course, you will spend time in the classroom, pool, and ocean.
Apart from PADI Instructor Development Course mandatory lessons, you will get some free practice workshops and certifications as part of Azul Komodo’s IDC package. These extras include Instructor level courses in O2 provider and Project AWARE Shark Conservation, a resume workshop, your PADI online products tutorial, a tour of the brand new hyperbaric chamber in Labuan Bajo, and just for fun: sidemount tryouts.
The Azul Team has a reputation for phenomenal Instructor Development Courses in Labuan Bajo and by joining us for your scuba instructor training, you will have lifetime professional development support. Life as an instructor can be a fantastic reality so wait no more! We are stoked to help you get there.
Email us at [email protected] to find out more about our course packages and what you need to know before signing up for your training.
*Park fees not included
Prerequisites
- Minimum age: 18 years old
- Minimum number of dives before starting: 100
- Be certified as a Divemaster with current EFR certification
- Must be healthy and feel fit for diving
- Complete this medical form and visit a doctor before going diving
Upcoming IDC & IE Courses at Azul Komodo
- 2025 Instructor Development Course (IDC) Dates:
- March 11-23, 2025 8:00AM
Instructor Exams: March 24-25, 2025 8:00AM - July 1-12, 2025 8:00AM
Instructor Exams: July 13-14, 2025 8:00AM - August 26-September 6, 2025 8:00AM
Instructor Exams: September 8-9, 2025 8:00AM
- March 11-23, 2025 8:00AM
- Airport: LBJ (Labuan Bajo, Flores Island)
Equipment
You will be required to have your own equipment (or arrange to rent in advance), including:
- Mask and Snorkel
- Buoyancy Control Device (BCD)
- Wetsuit (3mm full length recommended)
- Fins
- DSMB and reel (surface marker buoy)
- Compass
- Cutting tool
- Dive computer
- Regulators
What’s included
- O2 Provider Specialty
- Project AWARE Shark Conservation Specialty
- Resume & PADI online products workshops
- Hyperbaric chamber tour
- Coffee, tea & water on classroom days
- Breakfast, lunch & snacks on dive days
- Azul t-shirt
What’s not included
- Course materials (Can purchase from Azul Komodo for $790 & $280 USD)
- PADI IDC application & exam fees
- Certification fees
- Tipping; not compulsory, but it is appreciated!
IDC↗
Instructor Development Course (IDC): This is the training program for individuals who want to become PADI Instructors.
EFRI ↗
Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI): This is the training program that teaches individuals how to provide first aid and emergency care in a diving environment.
MSDT ↗
Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT): This is a certification program for PADI Instructors who have achieved a high level of experience and skill in teaching scuba diving courses.
IDC + EFRI
Additional:
IDC crewpack: $790 USD
EFRI Instructor e-learning materials: $280 USD
Secure your spot by making a non-refundable deposit of $1030 USD
COST: $1450 USD
MSDT
Learn how to teach at least 5 PADI Specialty courses by participating in PADI Instructor Specialty training.
COST: $699 USD
IDC + EFRI + MSDT
Additional:
IDC crewpack: $790 USD
EFRI Instructor e-learning materials: $280 USD
Secure your spot by making a non-refundable deposit of $1030 USD
TOTAL: $2149 USD
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