Instructor Training
Dive into the Career of a Lifetime
Turn your passion for the ocean into your profession. On the stunning island of Grand Cayman, our all-inclusive PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) gives you everything you need to become a fully-qualified diving instructor — in one of the world’s most incredible underwater playgrounds.
When and Why Grand Cayman is the Ultimate Dive Instructor Destination
- May 2026 and October 2026
- World-class visibility, warm turquoise waters and vibrant marine life make Grand Cayman a favourite among divers and instructor trainees alike.
- An iconic dive experience includes: the wreck of the USS Kittiwake (a sunken ship turned artificial reef)
- Professional training with a personal touch: small candidate groups, expert Course Director, and a curriculum designed to prepare you for the global dive instructor market.
What’s Included – No Hidden Fees
Your all-in-one IDC package covers:
- Full PADI IDC (Instructor Development Course) & EFR Instructor (Emergency First Response)
- Training for five specialty instructor ratings: Enriched Air (Nitrox), Deep Diver, Wreck Diver, Boat Diver, Oxygen Provider
- Marine Life Knowledge course — so you’re ready not just to teach diving, but to teach the ocean
- All training materials, slates, e-learning modules, PADI application fees & examination fees
- Accommodation during the program, airport pick up & drop off, dive boats, tanks & weights
- Instructor Examination Pass Guarantee: if you don’t pass the first time, we’ll pay for the next attempt
How the Course Works
We’ve structured the program to give you maximum underwater time and minimal classroom boredom.
Section 1: Live online training at home — 8 sessions × 3 hours each, interactive, digital whiteboard enabled.
Section 2: On-site in Grand Cayman — confined water and open water training, deep dives, wreck dives, rescue scenarios, and the final Instructor Examination.
Who This Course is For
- Certified Divemasters who are ready to go pro
- Passionate scuba enthusiasts who want to teach and inspire others
- Adventure-seekers looking for a career in one of the most breathtaking dive destinations in the world
Limited Spots – Premium Training
We keep our classes small (maximum 6 candidates) so you benefit from step-by-step guidance, hands-on training, and personal feedback. No overcrowded classrooms — just you, your peers, your Course Director and the ocean.
Minimum numbers:
We will run the PADI IDC program even for just one person, so you can feel confident that once you book your PADI IDC it will proceed. PADI has a policy of 4 candidates minimum to run an instructor exam on the island. If we don’t reach the magical 4 candidates do not fret, we have arranged our schedule to be so that 2 days after the IDC there is an Instructor Exam in Miami or Fort Lauderdale. You can also take the exam at any PADI instructor examination centre world-wide.
Investment
USD $5,300. That’s everything listed above (including accommodation) – no hidden surprise fees.
USD$3,800 All of the above but no accommodation
Not included: Flights to and from Grand Cayman, meals & drinks, and dive equipment rental (if needed) are not included.
Ready to Make a Splash?
Secure your spot today and take the first step toward an ocean-front career.
- WhatsApp Course Director Kai Steinbeck: +61 419 172 910
- Email your Course Director kai@diveinstructor.net
- Download the detailed info & schedule pack.
Your Future Starts Now
Dive the Kittiwake. Teach next-generation adventurers. Live the dream under the Caribbean sun. The ocean is calling — will you answer?
