Dayboats draw a large numbers of tourists everyday, from local Australians to international visitors who want to do more than just dive. From scuba divers to snorkelers you might not end up teaching as much diving, but you can enjoy many other perks. We’ve made a pros and cons list of the major factors to help you […]
Working on a Liveaboard
Working on a liveaboard is probably a dream job for most Dive Instructors, being out on the ocean hanging from the side of the boat while you give your ‘dive talk’ for the next dive site. However, what are the realities of working on a liveaboard? Well, the kind person you are will determine whether […]
Becoming a PADI Dive Instructor on The Great Barrier Reef
When people discuss visiting top diving locations the Great Barrier Reef will always come up. It’s either on your bucket list of dive sites or you have dived it already. If you have then you know what all the fuss is about. With its vast array of sea life and warm waters the Great Barrier Reef is one of […]
Benefits of doing the MSDT Course
After completing your IDC we recommend doing the MSDT (Master Scuba Diver Trainer) course. This 2 day course makes you a more employable dive instructor by enabling you to teach PADI Specialty courses. A MSDT instructor is the next step of PADI dive instructor and can teach the PADI Master Scuba Diver courses which includes being […]
Tips for a Smooth Instructor Training Course
During your time with us, it is important that you can concentrate on your PADI Instructor Training Course (IDC), here are some hints and tips to help guide you. In the past, some candidates have made it more difficult for themselves by taking on too many other commitment. We strongly recommend that you do avoid any paid work […]
The SS Yongala wreck dive
The S.S. Yongala sank in a cyclone on the 23rd March 1911 and remained undiscovered for almost 50 years, not being positively identified until 1958. The wreck now lies on its starboard side in 14-28 metres of water and at 109m long is the largest and most intact, historic shipwreck in Australian waters. She sank […]
Preparing for your PADI Instructor Development Course
