PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor
Teach the world to dive
Become a certified PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor and turn your passion for diving into a full-time profession that changes lives. This transformative course empowers you to teach independently, certify new divers, and lead them through unforgettable underwater experiences—from Open Water through Divemaster.
As a PADI Instructor, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to:
- Teach the full range of PADI core courses
- Inspire and mentor divers at every level
- Make diving safer, more accessible, and more fun
- Work at dive centers, resorts, and liveaboards around the world
This is more than just a certification—it’s your passport to a lifestyle of adventure, purpose, and personal growth. If you’re ready to make a difference and build a career doing what you love, becoming a PADI Instructor is the next step.
Independent Study
Independent Study
Independent Study
Before your in-person sessions begin, you’ll complete the PADI IDC eLearning, which lays the foundation for your success as a dive educator. This flexible, self-paced online course lets you study at home or on the go, using any device.
You’ll cover essential topics such as:
- PADI Standards and procedures
- Teaching skills and learning styles
- Risk management and diver safety
- The business of diving
- Marketing and sales techniques for dive professionals
This online portion is designed to maximize your time in the classroom and water by preparing you in advance with key knowledge and teaching concepts.
Pro Tip:
If you haven’t already completed Dive Theory Online, now’s the time! This companion course reviews dive physics, physiology, equipment, skills, and the Recreational Dive Planner (RDP). Completing Dive Theory Online in advance can exempt you from the theory exam during your IDC, making your path to the Instructor Examination smoother and less stressful.
with me
Independent Study
Independent Study
When you train with me, you're not just checking boxes—you're learning how to lead with confidence, teach with clarity, and support your students through every step of their dive journey.
We’ll work side by side to:
- Deliver classroom presentations that engage and educate
- Conduct confined water skill sessions with precision and professionalism
- Manage open water dives safely and effectively
- Practice evaluating student performance just like you’ll do in the real world
- Simulate real IDC and IE scenarios, so you’re fully prepared when the pressure’s on
You'll receive personalized coaching and detailed feedback to refine your teaching style, improve your demonstrations, and strengthen your classroom presence. We’ll also review the latest PADI standards, teaching tools, and marketing strategies so you’re ready for life as a working dive professional.
Together, we’ll build a schedule that works for your availability and gives you plenty of time to develop the skills you need to succeed at the PADI Instructor Examination—and beyond.
This isn’t just training. This is mentorship.