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

Available on 11 May

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Pricing

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 @ Hamlet Oasis is a waterfront PADI 5* IDC Dive Center. 

As one of the 5 award winning Dive Friends Bonaire dive centers on the island, you can rely the team's wealth of local knowledge.

PADI courses from Discover Scuba through Open Water and Pro-level training is offered. Specialties include Self-Reliant Diver, Night Diver, Sea Turtle Awareness Distinctive Specialty and more. 

Daily shore and boat diving is available with an experienced guide or as a buddy team. Cliff dive site can be reached from the shore outside the dive shop, and is one of Bonaire's only wall dives. UV night diving is not one to miss!

Orientation dives at the Bonaire Marine Park are offered at any time during business hours for maximum convenience and is mandatory.

Facilities include gear rental, storage, rinse tanks, a dive accessory and souvenir shop, classrooms, shaded relaxation area and fish ID library. 

A mandatory buoyancy check on the house reef is a prerequisite for all divers on the island, including those planning boat dives. Given the early morning departure of the boats, this check must be completed on the day preceding the first boat dive, ideally before 3:30 pm. Upon arrival, the diving staff is available to schedule the mandatory orientation at a time convenient for the diver. This orientation includes a briefing on Marine Park regulations, and the staff provides assistance in conducting the buoyancy check while ensuring that all diving equipment is in proper working order

 

 

PADI Dive Center Wi-Fi (FREE) Dive shop 40 PADI Instructors Max. 6.0 divers / guide

Address: 3402 Km from your location
Kaya Gobernador N. Debrot 123, 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)
  • Instructor Exam Fee
  • eLearning Crewpack and Slates
  • Instructor Application Fee
  • 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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