The Last PADI IDC of 2025 at Oceans 5 Gili Air – Your Chance to Become a Dive Instructor Before High Season
The Last PADI IDC of 2025 at Oceans 5 Gili Air
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| PADI IDC Indonesia | Oceans 5 Gili Air |
The year is drawing to a close, but if you’ve been dreaming of becoming a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor, there’s still time to make it happen. Oceans 5 Gili Air, the only PADI Career Development Centre (CDC) on Gili Air, is opening its doors for the final Instructor Development Course (IDC) of 2025, starting on 19 November. This is your opportunity to transform your passion for diving into a professional career — just in time for the upcoming holiday high season.
Our October IDC is already fully booked, and the December IDC is filling up fast. If you want to complete your instructor course in tropical surroundings, avoid the long winter months, and launch into 2026 as a certified PADI Instructor, this is the perfect time to secure your spot.
Why Now Is the Perfect Time
November is a magical time on Gili Air. While much of the world prepares for a cold and dark winter, Indonesia offers sunny days, warm seas, and an easy-going island lifestyle. Choosing to start your instructor course at this time means you can focus fully on your training without the stress of peak-season crowds.
And once you finish your IDC, you’ll be ready for the holiday high season — one of the busiest periods for dive shops across Indonesia. This is prime time to find work as a new instructor, gain experience, and enjoy back-to-back courses and lots of time in the water.
A Global Reputation for Quality
Word is spreading quickly about the unique approach to dive instructor training at Oceans 5 Gili Air. Past candidates have been sharing their positive experiences, which has led to our IDCs filling up faster than ever before.
Rather than rushing through the minimum requirements, our Course Director Waz and the Oceans 5 IDC team take the time to develop you into a confident, well-rounded instructor. You won’t just learn how to pass the PADI Instructor Examination (IE) — you will learn how to teach diving in a way that is safe, effective, and inspiring.
Stepping Away from the Old Style of Teaching
Many dive centers around the world still use the old method of teaching students to kneel on the sandy bottom to practice their skills. At Oceans 5, we have taken a different path.
Our IDC focuses on neutral buoyancy training — teaching you how to conduct skills mid-water, exactly as you would expect your students to dive. This approach has several benefits:
Better for the environment – No more finning up sediment, damaging corals, or disturbing marine life.
Better for the student experience – Students learn to control their buoyancy from day one, making them more confident divers.
Better for your career – As a new instructor, you will stand out as someone who uses modern, environmentally conscious teaching techniques.
By training in this way, you become more than an instructor — you become an ambassador of the ocean.
Acting as an Ocean Ambassador
At Oceans 5 Gili Air, we believe that instructors should set the example. If an instructor does not respect the marine environment, how can we expect students to do so? During the IDC, you will learn not only the PADI curriculum but also how to teach with a conservation mindset.
From proper finning techniques to avoiding contact with the reef, to leading by example during fun dives, you will be trained to protect the underwater world in every aspect of your teaching.
This environmental philosophy is deeply rooted in the culture of Oceans 5. We have been running weekly beach cleanups since 2010, partnering with the local community, universities, and government agencies to protect the Gili Matra Marine Park. As an IDC candidate, you will take part in this effort, reinforcing the idea that becoming a dive instructor is not just about teaching — it is about protecting what we love.
Why Choose Oceans 5 Gili Air?
There are many places in Indonesia where you can do your IDC, but Oceans 5 Gili Air stands out for several reasons:
1. PADI Career Development Centre (CDC) Status
Oceans 5 is the only PADI CDC on Gili Air, a status given to dive centers that consistently maintain the highest standards of training and professional development.
2. Small Group Sizes
Our IDCs are limited to just six candidates. This means more personal attention, more time with the Course Director, and a less stressful learning environment.
3. World-Class Facilities
Oceans 5 boasts two large training pools, a spacious classroom with individual workstations for each candidate, and a dedicated IDC boat for open-water sessions.
4. Experienced Course Director and Team
PADI Course Director Waz has years of experience in transforming divemasters into successful instructors. Along with IDC Staff Instructors, you will receive support from a team that truly cares about your progress.
5. Realistic Teaching Approach
Our training goes beyond ticking boxes. You will practice realistic scenarios, learn how to problem-solve with real students, and develop the ability to handle anything you may face as a new instructor.
What to Expect During the IDC
The Instructor Development Course at Oceans 5 Gili Air is a 20-day program that takes you on a journey from divemaster to confident instructor. You will cover:
Dive Theory Review – Refresh your knowledge of physics, physiology, decompression theory, and more.
Confined Water Teaching – Learn to conduct skill sessions mid-water.
Open Water Presentations – Practice guiding students in real dive environments.
Rescue Skills Workshop – Revisit rescue techniques and learn how to teach them.
Standards and Procedures – Go through the PADI Instructor Manual step by step, so you understand how to teach safely and professionally.
Throughout the IDC, you will receive continuous feedback and coaching to help you improve, with plenty of time to relax and enjoy the island vibe in between.
Life on Gili Air During Your IDC
Gili Air is the perfect location to spend three weeks of focused instructor training. The island combines the best of both worlds:
Peaceful atmosphere – Ideal for studying and relaxing.
Vibrant social life – Plenty of restaurants, cafés, and sunset spots to unwind after a long day.
Close-knit community – The Oceans 5 team and fellow candidates will become like family.
During your IDC, you will have time to enjoy yoga sessions, massages, and beautiful sunsets — helping you stay balanced and stress-free throughout the course.
Secure Your Spot Now
With the October IDC already fully booked and December nearly full, the 19 November IDC is your last chance in 2025to become a PADI Instructor with Oceans 5 Gili Air. Don’t wait — these final places will not last long.
Escape the winter, enjoy tropical weather, and start 2026 as a professional dive instructor ready to inspire new divers and protect the ocean.
📅 Dates: 19 November – 8 December 2025
📍 Location: Oceans 5 Gili Air, Indonesia
📧 Contact: info@oceans5dive.com
📱 WhatsApp: +62 853 3339 7823
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