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IDC – Where your instructor journey takes you deeper and on adventure with Dive Friends Bonaire

Available on 11 May

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Pricing

Key info

  • 12 days (approx.)
  • Incl. 10 dives
  • Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
  • English, Dutch
  • Max. 6 students / instructor
  • Meet at the dive center
  • Free Cancellation - 7days notice
  • Show mobile or printed voucher

Highlights

Are you prepared to become a member of the team of devoted specialists who instruct the most cutting-edge and well-liked scuba diver education programs in the world? Then, enroll in the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) offered by Dive Friends

  • Learn from experienced dive instructors in a supportive and professional environment.
  • Practice teaching in the water and refine your skills through real-life dive scenarios.
  • Small class sizes for individualized coaching and feedback throughout your training.
  • Between training, enjoy world-class diving, snorkeling, and the rich underwater ecosystem of Bonaire.
  • Optional housing options !

Dive center

Dive Friends Bonaire

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Dive Friends Bonaire brings you the best diving and services that Bonaire has to offer. As a PADI 5 Star IDC Dive Center, we cater to divers of every skill level and any age – from kid programs to Proffesional diving courses. We are also the only Avelo dive center in tropical waters.

With our 8 locations and 4 retail stores, you’re just a door step away to your ultimate dive adventure! Visit Hamlet Oasis, Sand Dollar, Retail & dive, Yellow Submarine, Dive Inn, Resort Bonaire, Port Bonaire or Delfins Beach to pick up or drop off tanks and find all that you need for under and above the water at our retail locations.

Dive Friends is not directly connected to only one resort, people from all accommodations are welcome. We’ll make your shore or boat diving as easy and convenient as possible by providing you with a Marine Park orientation at any time most convenient for you between 8am and 3:30pm. Whether it is your first visit, or your 10th, we will welcome you as friends!

PADI 5 Star IDC Resort Wi-Fi (FREE) Dive shop 35 PADI Instructors Max. 6.0 divers / guide

Address: 3404 Km from your location
Kaya Playa Lechi 24, Kralendijk, No State, Caribbean Netherlands

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Package description

Inclusive of

  • 10 open water dives
  • 4 confined water dives (pool or shallow water)
  • Weights/Air/Nitrox
  • Open water dives
  • Confined water dives

Requirements

  • Minimum age: 18+
  • Min. certification: Divemaster Certification required
  • Min logged dives: +50 logged dives required
  • 1. PADI Divemaster or: • an instructor member in good standing (renewed or eligible to renew) with another recognized recreational diver training organization.* • have a leadership-level certification in good standing (renewed or eligible to renew) with another recognized recreational diver training organization;* 60 logged dives; documented experience in night diving, deep diving and underwater navigation. 2. 18 years old 3. Medical clearance attesting to dive fitness signed by a physician within the previous 12 months, and have had no medical condition changes. 4. Certified diver for at least six months. 5. Completed the EFR Primary and Secondary Care course, or other qualifying training, within the last 24 months. Note: Emergency First Response Instructor (or qualifying rating) is required for Open Water Scuba Instructor certification. 6. If not a PADI Divemaster, successfully complete the PADI Divemaster course diver rescue skills assessment. 7. Documentation of any nonPADI qualifying entry level, advanced, rescue and leadership level certifications* as required. *Contact your PADI Regional Headquarters with questions about eligibility or for more information.

What to expect

"In one of the most renowned diving destinations in the world, you can expect a PADI Instructor Development Course that is both immersive and hands-on. Your skill set will be refined to the point that you will become a confident PADI instructor. You will receive expert tuition in the classroom, gain actual teaching experience in the water, and also polish your skills. At each and every stage of the process, you will be provided with individualized attention thanks to the assistance of a small and committed team. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to unwind, and you will be able to take pleasure in breathtaking sunsets, astounding snorkeling, and all the tropical comforts that you require in order to revitalize. Jump into your future with a sense of style!

Other Information

Confirmation

  • We’ll send you a final Booking Confirmation Email on average within 24 hours. We advise you to not make any other travel arrangements before that
  • In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email

Meet at the dive center

One of our dive shops, Yellow Submarine, is where the training starts!

Address: Kaya Playa Lechi 24, Kralendijk, No State, Caribbean Netherlands

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Cancellation policy

  • Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 7 days prior to the activity
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