Panglao IDC -Instructor Development Course
Become an instructor divers trust - guided by experts who cares about your success
Ready to turn your passion for diving into a career? Our Instructor Development Course in Panglao is designed for divers who are serious about making the transition into professional teaching, confidently and with real experience behind them. Over two focused weeks, you’ll sharpen your skills, learn how to run courses, and get comfortable guiding students both above and below the surface.
We don’t believe in cookie-cutter training. Our SDI Instructor Trainers keep it personal—working with you one-on-one or in small groups, and making sure you're not just prepared for the exam, but for real life as a dive pro. You’ll assist with actual courses, practice teaching, and get a true feel for what it’s like to work in a dive center. It’s challenging, exciting, and worth it.
We Are a 5-Star SDI Instructor Trainer Facility
Take your passion for diving to the professional level with Scuba Kings Academy. As a 5-Star SDI Instructor Trainer Facility, we’re recognized as one of the top places in Panglao to train future dive leaders.
You’ll learn from dedicated Instructor Trainers who focus on real skills, real confidence, and real career opportunities, all in warm, clear waters with world-class diving at your doorstep.
Start your journey as an SDI Instructor with us, and lead the way underwater.
Panglao Instructor Development Course - What you'll learn in your IDC
The Instructor Development Course (IDC) is all about building your skills as a dive educator. It’s a focused and practical program designed to help you transition from an experienced diver or divemaster to a capable instructor. You’ll learn how to teach effectively—both in the classroom and in the water—using proven methods and real-life scenarios.
Throughout the course, we focus on clarity, structure, and professional communication. You'll practice giving briefings, running skill sessions, and managing students, all with direct feedback and support from our experienced team. The goal is simple: to help you grow into a confident, well-rounded dive instructor, ready to start teaching with skill and purpose.
Academic Presentations - Learn how to Teach a Class:
Develop your skills as a confident and effective educator. You’ll learn how to structure academic sessions following the SDI format, deliver clear and engaging presentations, and explain dive theory in a way that makes sense to students. With guidance from your instructors, you’ll practice teaching real topics and receive personal feedback to help you improve every step of the way.
Underwater Skills - Teaching Students how to Dive:
Learn how to demonstrate skills clearly, manage students underwater, and create a safe, supportive learning environment. You’ll practice teaching essential scuba skills in confined and open water, while developing the awareness and control needed to handle real student behavior. It’s about more than just performing the skills—it’s about showing others how to learn them.
Diving for the First Time – Briefing and Guiding Students:
Learn how to introduce beginners to the underwater world with confidence and care. You’ll practice giving thorough, easy-to-understand briefings and guiding first-time divers safely through their experience. The focus is on clear communication, building trust, and managing student comfort every step of the way.
Structuring a Course – Intern with Us for Real-Life Experience (Optional):
Discover what it takes to plan and deliver a complete open water course from start to finish. Through your internship, you’ll shadow experienced instructors, assist in real classes, and learn how to structure lessons that flow smoothly and meet training standards. It’s your chance to gain practical teaching experience and understand the day-to-day rhythm of a working dive professional.
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Accommodation (please visit our diving packages page for accommodation add-ons).
Price: from ₱120,000 - all-inclusive, no hidden charges.
Panglao IDC Plan
Our IDC runs for two focused weeks—enough time to prepare you thoroughly for your instructor exams and build a strong foundation as a dive professional. After that, you have the option to join a free two-week internship, where you'll gain real teaching experience by assisting with courses and working alongside our team. It’s the ideal way to transition from training to the actual work environment, with support every step of the way.
IDC Week 1 - Academic and Underwater Instruction Methods
In your first week, you’ll focus on how to teach, both in the classroom and underwater. You'll learn to deliver clear academic presentations, demonstrate scuba skills effectively, and manage student learning with confidence. It's all about building a solid foundation for your role as an instructor.
IDC Week 2 - Prepare and Take your Exam (Instructor Evaluation Course)
The second week is all about refining your skills and getting fully prepared for the Instructor Evaluation. You’ll review everything you’ve learned, practice teaching scenarios, and receive focused feedback to help you perform at your best. By the end of the week, you’ll be ready to take your exam with confidence—and step into the professional world of dive instruction.
Instructor Internship Week 1 & 2 - Become a Pro
PuDuring your internship, week one is all about observation—you’ll shadow an experienced instructor and see how real courses are taught. In week two, it’s your turn to step up. You’ll teach parts of a course yourself, with an instructor by your side to guide and support you along the way.
Panglao IDC Pricing and Schedule
Our Instructor Development Course is just ₱120,000—all-inclusive. That covers the full 2-week training, a 2-week optional internship, your exam and registration fees, and all learning materials. No hidden costs, no surprises. You’re welcome to inquire about upcoming schedules, and if timing allows, we’re happy to open an IDC on demand just for you. Please visit our Panglao Diving Courses page for information about other courses we teach.
Personal Attention
Our IDC team is hands-on and fully committed, working closely with you and your fellow candidates throughout the entire process. We keep the groups small so there's plenty of room for personal feedback, real coaching, and the kind of focused support that helps you grow into a confident, capable dive instructor.
Real Professional Experience
As an IDC candidate with us, you won’t just study in a classroom—you’ll be immersed in the daily rhythm of a working dive center. From assisting real courses to handling actual teaching scenarios, you’ll bridge the gap between theory and practice, gaining the kind of hands-on experience that sets true instructors apart.
International Experience
SKA is an international dive center, and during your IDC, you'll be training in a truly multicultural, multilingual environment. It’s the perfect setup to prepare you for the global diving industry, thus helping you feel at home working with students, instructors, and dive teams from all over the world
