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

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Key info

  • 15 days (approx.)
  • Incl. 10 dives
  • Dive site(s) determined on the dive day
  • English, Dutch
  • Max. 6 students / instructor
  • Meet at given location
  • Free Cancellation - 7days notice
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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.
  • Between training, enjoy world-class diving, snorkeling, and the rich underwater ecosystem of Bonaire.
  • Small class sizes for individualized coaching and feedback throughout your training.

Dive center

Dive Friends Bonaire @ Sand Dollar

PADI 5 Star Dive Center

Diving just doesn’t get any better, or easier, than when diving from Sand Dollar Dive Friends.

We are the gateway to Bari Reef, a sheltered reef that offers an incredible diversity of marine life. Guests at Sand Dollar enjoy exclusive access to the reef via several entries:  giant stride / stairs from the dock, easy walk in from the sandy beach, and two convenient stairways at the sun decks.

Dive Friends provides all the services necessary, from 24 hour access to tanks on the dock and at the drive thru, a large airy gear room, and wagons to transport your gear.  Boat dives, courses, and numerous tank pick up locations around the island ensure you’re getting the most out of your time on Bonaire.

All divers need to do the mandatory buoyancy check (Marine Park rules) on the house reef of the dive center before they can join the boat dives. This can not be done on the morning of the first boat dive, but needs to be done at least the day before that dive before 3:30pm.

PADI 5 Star Dive Resort Wi-Fi (FREE) Dive shop 40 PADI Instructors Max. 5.0 divers / guide

Address: 3403 Km from your location
Kaya Gobernador N Debrot #79, Kralendijk, No State, Sint Eustatius

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Package description

Inclusive of

  • 10 open water dives
  • 4 confined water dives (pool or shallow water)
  • Nitrox
  • Instructor Exam Fee
  • Instructor Application Fee
  • eLearning Crewpack and Slates
  • PADI eLearning (includes certification fees)
  • Weights/Weight Belt/Tank(s)
  • 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

How to get there

The course is starting at Yellow Submarine, one of our dive shops! Whether you're looking to enhance your skills or explore something new, this is your chance to dive into adventure. Contact us for details and to reserve your spot today!

Address: Kaya Playa Lechi, 24 Kaya J. N. E. Craane, Kralendijk, 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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