BLUE MARLIN DIVE

PADI INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT COURSE GILI AIR

INDONESIA

KOMODO

BECOME A PADI INSTRUCTOR

Thank you for thinking of us when it comes to taking this important step in your diving career! Blue Marlin Dive, Indonesia’s renowned dive company now operating for over 25 years, is proud to add the rating of 5* PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) to its list of offerings. Becoming a PADI instructor is not only about passing the instructor examination and achieving the certification. For this reason, our goal is to guide you through the IDC developing abilities, dive skills, knowledge and giving you teaching confidence that will accompany you from the very first student you will teach. At Blue Marlin, we know how important this is for your future students and your career as a PADI Instructor. Our monthly IDC’s take place at Blue Marlin Gili Air and Blue Marlin Komodo during a 15-day program (12-day IDC & EFRI) plus an additional - optional, but highly recommended - free of charge preparation program before every IDC start. We guarantee a 100% pass rate and a memorable IDC inclusive of valuable extras such as PADI Basic Freediving Course and the Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor Course.

ARISTOTLE:

THOSE WHO KNOW, DO. THOSE THAT UNDERSTAND, TEACH.

OUR PHILOSOPHY

At Blue Marlin Dive, we believe that the most effective learning happens in a relaxed and comfortable classroom environment. For this reason, our 15-day program lends enough time to ensure every candidate has the training not just to pass the Instructor Examination, but to confidently begin a career as an Open Water Scuba Instructor. Likewise, our facilities, classrooms, boats and training pools allow courses to run smoothly, efficiently and in the most enjoyable way for the candidates. In your previous courses, you have achieved all the performance requirements to become a PADI Divemaster - or an equal qualification however, not every candidate will have the same experience nor vivid memory of what they have learned. For this reason, our multilingual PADI Course Director will refresh your knowledge as necessary to fine-tune your comprehension and to make sure each and every candidate is adequately prepared. Our pricing has been established to ensure potential candidates are able to access quality training at competitive prices. We believe so strongly in our ability to properly prepare candidates that each Instructor Examination is pass guaranteed. We stand behind this by offering subsequent IDC’s, if needed, free of charge.

WHY CHOOSE BLUE MARLIN DIVE?

TRAVEL ASSISTANCE Let us assist you with any questions regarding your visa or travel to Indonesia by providing you with all the information needed prior to your arrival, allowing you to focus on what’s important.

MODERN FACILITIES Our modern IDC facilities include air-conditioned classrooms with up-to-date materials, visual aids, DVD player and interactive teaching aids. Our pools are created expressly to teach PADI dive courses. (Blue Marlin Komodo is the only diving centre in Labuan Bajo with a dedicated diver training pool – that means relaxed, calm and comfortable confined water training without having to take a boat trip).

MSDT PREPARATION PROGRAM Both Blue Marlin on Gili Air and Blue Marlin in Komodo are busy dive centres running a range of PADI courses every week. Take advantage of this and once finished with your IDC, gain experience through team teaching and assisting our experienced instructors. Not only will it further prepare you to run your own courses, but it will give you a glimpse into multiple perspectives and styles of teaching. MSDT SPECIALITIES After the IDC program, make yourself more employable by learning how to teach five different specialities. We offer the option of taking this course aboard a liveaboard in Komodo National Park.

LEARN FOR YOURSELF WHY OVER 27 YEARS OF TEACHING EXPERIENCE MATTERS

POST IDC ASSISTANCE After your IDC, feel free to spend a couple of weeks diving with a 20% discount on all diving at Blue Marlin Gili Air & Komodo. Once you are ready to jump start your career, let our team help you make the perfect CV/resume and receive job assistance via our widespread network, across Indonesia and within the liveaboard community.

UNRIVALLED EXPERIENCE Blue Marlin Dive has been operating in Indonesia for more than 25 years. With multiple teaching awards, find out why we are routinely recognised by PADI for our diver education.

A COURSE DIRECTOR YOU CAN TRUST Course Director Matt Fieschi has many years of diving and teaching experience matured from the cold water of the Mediterranean Sea to the bountiful currents of the Maldives atolls. He has been diving and teaching in the Maldives, the Gulf of Thailand, Italy, the Caribbean Sea and Indonesia. Let him integrate his experiences into the varied topics of the IDC by explaining theory with real world situations.

CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE Whether you opt to do your IDC on the laid back, tropical island of Gili Air or prefer a more adrenaline based diving adventure out of Komodo, earn your Open Water Scuba Instructor certification while diving “The Coral Triangle”. This unique area is known for spectacular biodiversity due to the “Indonesian Throughflow”, an ocean current phenomenon which brings life and food to the surrounding environment. FREEDIVING In addition to the standard IDC program, the PADI Basic Freediving Course is included. Not only will this broaden your knowledge and skills, but you’ll also become more employable.

COURSE DIRECTOR MATT FIESCHI

MULTIPLE LANGUAGES As English is the most commonly used language in the diving industry, we conduct our IDC’s in English to help familiarise candidates with the appropriate scuba terminology. However, our course director speaks 6 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese. All candidates who are concerned about following a course in English can rely on a full translation if needed.

WHAT’S GILI AIR LIKE?

THE INHABITANTS Islanders are friendly and approachable and will soon get to know you by name. Most are quick to help you learn the national language and will even throw in some words from their local dialect. Many islanders are devout, so please respect local customs by covering up. Bikinis are fine on the beach-front road, but shorts and t-shirts are more respectful when walking past people’s homes. THE ISLAND Gili Air is the perfect mix of bustling Gili Trawangan and relaxed Gili Meno. Our island caters to an alternative crowd interested in travelling off the beaten track. Bestowed with natural beauty and an effortlessly slow pace of life, Gili Air is a place to sit back, breathe and take it all in without foregoing many modern conveniences. Visitors will also gain insight into local culture as Gili Air boasts the largest local population. THE WEATHER Similiar to the rest of the tropical world, the Gilis have a wet season and a dry season. With Mt. Rinjani to the immediate east on neighbouring Lombok and Mt. Agung to the west on Bali, the Gilis are somewhat sheltered and enjoy a slightly drier climate when compared to the surrounding areas. The wet season is from December to April and the cooler, dry season is from May to November.

LODGING OPTIONS ACCOMMODATION If you’re looking for a place to stay, there are dozens of options within cycling distance of the dive shop. If you’re looking for on-site convenience, Blue Marlin offers beachside bungalows for IDR 5.985.000/week inclusive of breakfast. There are also numerous homestays where you can negotiate a weekly or monthly rate. Most places will offer a choice of fan-only or aircon rooms from 2.5 - 8 million per month. RESTAURANT OPTIONS Development moves slowly on our side of the island, so expect plenty of local warungs serving simple food. Blue Marlin’s beachside restaurant serves a combination of Western and Indonesian cuisine. Try our new menu packed with healthy options such as superbowls and sandwiches. For those willing to venture a little further, plenty of delicious cuisines await on the other side of the island. DAYS OFF Before or after your course, you may want to spend some time discovering the island. A few ideas: Enrol in yoga classes on the beach, try your hand at paddleboarding, visit Gili Trawangan or Gili Meno for the day, relax on the beach, take A local Indonesian cooking classes or try and catch some surf. You can also venture over to nearby Lombok and challenge yourself with a 5-day trek up Mt. Rinjani.

GILI AIR’S

FACILITIES AIR CONDITIONED CLASSROOM

THREE DIVE TRIPS DAILY

PURPOSE BUILT TRAINING POOL

WHAT’S LABUAN BAJO LIKE?

THE INHABITANTS Labuan Bajo is located on the island of Flores, colonised and named by the Portuguese in the 16th century. Because of this Portuguese influence, Flores is predominantly Roman Catholic (90%). However, in the port town of Labuan Bajo, the ratio is about 50% Roman Catholic and 50% Muslim, with both religions living peacefully side by side. The local people are famously friendly and willing to help out. THE TOWN Labuan Bajo is famous as the launching point for trips to Komodo National Park, home of the endemic Komodo dragons. While still referred to as a ‘frontier town’ by many expats, Labuan Bajo has experienced a boom in the past few years. This has only strengthened the community bond in the town and don’t be surprised if at the end of your time here everyone knows your name. It’s a small town with a lot of heart. THE WEATHER Similar to the rest of the tropical world, Labuan Bajo has a wet season and a dry season. However, in the wet season, we generally aren’t subjected to much more than afternoon showers. The wet season is from December to March and the cooler, dry season is from April to November. However, as with anywhere in the world, the seasons have been quite unpredictable and have not been as clearly set as in the past.

SNACCOMMODATION OITPO GNIGDOL

Labuan Bajo offers multiple standards of accommodation: from single rooms with fans and squat toilets to rooms with air-con and hot water. Blue Marlin offers deluxe rooms for IDR 5.250.000/week and a dorm room for IDR 840.000/week. You can also find a place of your own with other divers for the best deal on your own space. Most places can’t be booked beforehand, but we are happy to assist once you arrive. RESTAURANT OPTIONS You may find that you end up spending a good deal of time at Blue Marlin’s restaurant, featuring Mexican and Western cuisine as well as the best sunset views in town. Elsewhere, you’ll find a wide array of dining options. Popular restaurants feature Italian, Greek, Japanese, Tex-Mex, local Indonesian and seafood. There is also great local food, fresh seafood and a bustling night market for those on a budget. DAYS OFF Before or after your course, you may want to spend some time to discover nearby areas. A few ideas: Explore Flores by renting a motorbike, visit the spiderweb rice fields at Cancar, stop by the Hobbit Caves, discover the waterfalls (jump into the rushing water at Cunca Wulang or swim in the pool at Cunca Rami) or relax by getting a massage at Komodo Spa, Wae Molas, Massage Flores or Yayasan ayo Mandiri.

KOMODO’S FACILITIES AIR CONDITIONED CLASSROOM

DEDICATED COURSE & BEGINNER BOAT

LABUAN BAJO’S ONLY PURPOSE BUILT TRAINING POOL

WHAT WILL THE PROGRAM CONSIST OF?

PRE-IDC PREPARATION We recommend arriving in Gili Air or Labuan Bajo at least 3 days before your course begins. This will allow you to see the facilities, meet the staff and get yourself settled before the course. Days Prep1 and Prep2 Whether you’ve just finished your Divemaster course or haven't been around dive centres for a while, it‘s always good to revise topics that will be covered during the IDC. For this reason, during this preparation days, we will go through all the subjects you need to review in order to have the best start possible. Moreover, our course director will be able to evaluate your knowledge and dive skills in a stress-free environment and can advise on your personal focus points for the course. We strongly recommend participating in this free program.

THE IDC

The Blue Marlin IDC covers all you need in order to enrol in a PADI Instructor Examination (IE). Days 1 - 12 Over 12 days, we’ll complete the Assistant Instructor (AI), Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) and Emergency First Responder Instructor (EFRI) modules through classroom work, confined water sessions and open water presentations. Our Course Director incorporates plenty of additional workshops that are not included in the standard IDC. Gain further insight about CESA control, Project A.W.A.R.E., how to navigate the PADI Pro website and more with specialised workshops. We’ll also integrate the PADI Basic Freediving Course, the Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor Course and a full day of diving, to remind why you’re doing this in the first place!

MOCK INSTRUCTOR EXAMINATION In addition to the standard IDC, we will ensure that all candidates are fully prepared for their Instructor Examination by holding a Mock I.E. Day 13 & 14 In this two-day simulation, learn exactly what to expect, find your personal focus areas and shake off some nerves. Day 15 Relaxation Time. At this point, you will be fully prepared. Take a day to breathe before the big exam.

THE INSTRUCTOR EXAMINATION (IE)

The Instructor Examination (IE) is a two-day evaluative program that tests each instructor candidate’s teaching abilities, comprehension of dive theory, skill demonstration quality, understanding of the PADI System as well as both attitude and professionalism. PADI IEs are standardised and conducted by specially trained PADI Instructor Examiners. The exam consists of the following: Dive Theory Exam Physics, General Skills & Environment, Recreational Dive Planner, Physiology, Equipment PADI Standards and Procedures Exam General Standards and Procedures Knowledge Development Presentations Knowledge Development Teaching Presentation Confined Water Presentations Confined Water Presentations (1 Random Skill) Confined Water Skills (5 Random Skills) Open Water Presentations Open Water Teaching Presentation (2 Random Skills) Rescue Course Exercise 7 Demonstration

We offer our IDC as a 100% GUARANTEED PASS. This means that if you do not pass the exam, we’ll offer your subsequent IDC at no additional charge.

THE IDC SCHEDULE

Day One Introductions, Orientation and Paperwork Standards Pre-Assesment #1 Theory Pre-Assesment #1 Day Two Review Pre-Assesments Teaching in Confined Presentation Skill Circuit 800M Swim Test Confined Presentations Day Three General Standards and Procedures Learning, Instruction & the PADI System The Open Water Diver Course The 4 E’s Workshop

Day Eight Remedial Day

Day Nine Emergency First Responder Instructor Knowledge Reviews Emergency First Responder Instructor Exam Rescue Workshop Confined Presentations

Day Seven Take A Break & Go Diving!

Day Four General Standards and Procedures Exam & Review Confined Presentations The Business of Diving & Marketing Theory Exam #1 Day Five Rescue Diver Course Emergency First Responder Instructor Development: Primary Care, Rescue, O2 Provider, Secondary Care Day Six General Standards and Procedures Exam #2 & Review How To Conduct Open Water Dives Open Water Presentations Advanced Workshop Rescue Exercise 7

Day Ten Academic Presentations The 4 E’s Workshop #2 Open Water Presentations DSD Workshop

Day Eleven Divemaster Course Workshop How to Teach the RDP PADI Specialties General Standards and Procedures Exam #3 & Review Day Twelve Academics Presentations Confined Presentations Freediving Pool Session Day Thirteen Mock Instructor Examination Day Fourteen Mock Instructor Examination Day Fifteen Remedial Day Nitrox Dive and Exam Paperwork

MSDT PREP PROGRAM Becoming a Master Scuba Diver Trainer will expand your teaching options and employment opportunities. Get the most out of Blue Marlin’s IDC with our optional MSDT specialties program. This allows candidates to learn how to teach the specialities they love and expand their knowledge and experience. In 3 easy steps: 1. Get guidance from our Course Director in how to teach 5 specs of your choice; 2. Get real-life tips, hints and suggestions from your experienced instructor! 3. Save! Get a discount on your specialty certifications by applying through a Course Director.

Special Komodo Liveaboard MSDT Spec Program Take advantage of Blue Marlin Komodo’s liveaboards by enjoying 3 days of MSDT training aboard the Ikan Biru. Not only will you learn how to teach specialities while sailing around Komodo National Park, but you’ll gain insight into what it takes to become a Cruise Director.

TECH DIVING

Make yours C.V. stand out by deepening your knowledge of diving theory through technical diving. Join Indonesia’s leading technical dive facility at Blue Marlin Gili Trawangan. Overseen by senior technical instructor and world record holder, Will Goodman, we are proud to be pioneers in the technical diving industry while providing the highest level of technical diving training. Our high standards ensure that when you receive your certification, you can be sure you earned it.

TDI Nitrox Instructor Development: IDR 7,000,000 This course is perfect for OWSI’s who are not yet technical divers. For Instructors looking to pursue a career in technical diving or advance their technical knowledge, the TDI Nitrox IDC includes TDI crossover, Nitrox Instructor, examination fees, gas and equipment rental.

Go Deeper For those already tech certified, we offer a 15% discount off all tech courses to IDC candidates. We teach the full range of Technical Diving International (TDI) courses up to advanced Trimix Instructor, meaning we can choose the best course to suit your needs. Courses include Basic Nitrox, Advanced Nitrox, Decompression Procedures, Extended Range, Trimix and Advanced Trimix. Begin with TDI Advanced Nitrox and Decompression Procedures for IDR 12,300,000.

WHAT DO I NEED TO HAVE BEFORE I BEGIN MY COURSE?

PREREQUISITES • Be at least 18 years old • Hold a PADI Divemaster qualification with current membership of PADI, or an equivalent leadership level certification with another training organisation • Hold a medical clearance attesting to dive fitness signed by a physician within the previous 12 months • Have been a certified diver (PADI Open Water Diver or equivalent) for at least six months • Have proof of 60 logged dives (To enrol the I.E. you will have to be able to demonstrate 100 logged dives. We strongly recommend having your 100th logged dive before the start of the IDC in order to not be stressed about this requirement) • Hold proof of first aid/CPR training within the last 24 month (If you don’t have it we will cover it during the IDC, PADI certification fees will be charged) • If you are certified by another organisation or you have any question please email us at [email protected] and we will be happy to assist and provide tailored advice

EQUIPMENT

As a professional diver, you should have your own equipment. In order to attend the Instructor Examination, you must have the following: • Fins, mask and snorkel • Buoyancy control device (BCD) • Primary regulator with alternate air source • Breathing gas monitoring device (SPG) • Depth monitoring device • Diving exposure suit • Two surface signalling devices – one audible (e.g. whistle) and one visible (e.g. surface marker buoy - SMB) • A dive computer/time monitoring device • A compass • A knife/diver’s tool.

PRO PACKAGES

We are happy to provide assistance in purchasing your equipment with discounted professional packages geared for different budgets.

Basic Pro Pack: IDR 20,316,700

BCD Wave, REG Apeks AT20,OCTO Apeks AT20,Gauge Aqualung Press/ depth, Fins Aqualung Stratos Adj, Boots Ergo Elite Superzip, Wetsuit Dive 3mm Long, Mask Aqualung Look Blk, Snorkel Air Dry P/Valve, Suunto Zoop Novo/ Aqualung i300

Advanced Pro Pack: IDR 31,406,650

BCD Aqualung PRO HD, Regulator Legend LX ACD, Octopus Legend, Gauge Aqualung Press/ depth, Fin Express Adj, Boots Ergo Elite Superzip, Wetsuit Dive 3mm Long , Mask Aqualung Look Blk, Snorkel Air Dry P/Valve, Suunto D4i Elastomer

Master Pro Pack: IDR 36,084,200

BCD Aqualung PRO HD, Regulator XTX200, Octopus XTX20, Gauge Aqualung Pressure & Depth, Fins Apeks Rk3, Boots Ergo Elite Superzip, Wetsuit Dive 3mm Long, Mask Aqualung Look Blk, Snorkel Air Dry P/Valve, i450 Computer with USB (excluding black)

LEARNING MATERIALS

You should bring the following materials from your divemaster course. If you do not have them, we are happy to lend a copy for the duration of your program. • • • • • • • •

PADI Instructor Manual Manuals from Open Water to Divemaster Discover Scuba Diving cue cards eRDPml and RDP (table version) with instructions for use Encyclopaedia of Recreational Diving Skin Diver Cue Card Scuba Review Cue Card Scuba TuneUp Guidebook

You will also need to purchase an Instructor Development Course Crew Pack. This includes: • • • • • • • •

Guide to Teaching w/ Hologram Sticker Specialty Instructor Manual CD-ROM Confined/ Open Water Lesson Preparation Slates Open Water Diver Cue Cards (Confined & Open Water) Advanced Open Water/ Rescue Diver Cue Cards Divemaster Cue Cards Diving Knowledge Workbook Course Final Exams

HOW MUCH DOES THE COURSE COST?

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE PRICE?

• Pre-IDC Preparation, Instructor Development Course, Emergency First Responder Instructor Course

• Pool/tank use to perfect your skills and fine tune your buoyancy (if needed)

• Lunch, tea and coffee during IDC and EFRI

• Translation into 6 languages if needed - our Course Director speaks: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese

• 1 Day of fun diving (at BMK, Komodo National Park fees are not included)

• 5% discount on equipment packages – if booked before the start of the IDC

• PADI Oxygen Provider Instructor Specialty (valued at USD 150)

• WiFi at our restaurant & bar

• PADI Basic Freediving course (valued at USD 250) • Dive gear rental – for the IE you will need your own, we strongly recommend to have it before the IDC • USB-Pen (4 Gb) with the IDC digital materials

• 20% discount on liveaboard trip to Komodo National Park • 20% discount on fun diving for 1 week after the IE • Airport Transfer (BMK Only) • Blue Marlin's special IDC edition T -shirt

PASS GUARANTEED

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE? LODGING

FOOD

MATERIALS

FEES

We offer discounted accommodation in our fantastic resort If needed we will help you find appropriate accommodation.

Lunch is only included during the 12-days of IDC & EFRI. Enjoy 10% discount at our Restaurant & Bars at Gili Air and Komodo.

IDC Crew Pack, EFRI Manual and the decal you need to register for the IE are sold separately. The total cost of it is USD 750.

I.E. fees (AUD 865), EFRI fees (AUD 172) and the Instructor application (AUD 249) will be charged by PADI staff via credit card at the I.E.

IDC PRICING 2018 GILI AIR

KOMODO

IDC (Inclusive of Basic Freediving & Oxygen Provider)

USD 1100

USD 1100

EFRI (Prerequisite for the IE)

USD 200

USD 200

MSDT Preparation (5 specs + team teaching)

USD 550

USD 700*

IDC+EFRI

USD 1200

USD 1200

IDC+EFRI+MSDT

USD 1500

USD 1750*

*MSDT Spec Preparation Program in Komodo includes a 3-day liveboard aboard Ikan Biru in Komodo National Park

WHEN DOES THE NEXT COURSE BEGIN?

UPCOMING IDC DATES 2018 Komodo

Gili Air

starting dates:

starting dates:

January the 7th

February the 19th

March the 22nd

April the 30th

April the 26th

May the 28th

May the 31st

July the 9th

July the 5th

August the 13th

August the 9th

September the 17th

September the 13th

October the 22nd

October the 18th

November the 26th

November the 22nd

The 2-day FREE Pre-IDC Preparation always starts 2 days before the IDC start date

OK, I’M IN. HOW DO I SIGN UP?

OK, LET’S RECAP: We get that there’s a lot of information. Let us break it down for you.

HOW LONG DO I NEED? You’ll need roughly 3 weeks for all prep, the full program, the I.E. and travel. You will need another 4 days if you wish to enrol in the MSDT preparation program.

HOW MUCH IS IT GOING TO COST? The minimum cost, inclusive of all Blue Marlin and PADI fees as well as course materials, is roughly USD 2,900*. You’ll find that this cost doesn’t vary too much around the world, but you will be able to save money on living expenses within Indonesia. If you wish to enrol the MSDT Spec preparation program, the final cost will be about USD 3,450** / 3,200***.

IS IT WORTH IT? Definitely. *All prices are a rough estimate based on current exchange rates **Pricing aboard Komodo’s Liveaboard Spec prep *** Pricing for MSDT Spec prep in Gili Air

CONTACT:

Send us a message at [email protected].

PAY:

We ask for a USD $500 deposit to Blue Marlin Gili Air or Komodo to hold your spot. Deposits can be paid via Paypal or bank transfer. Transfer fees are to be paid at your own expense.

WELCOME ABOARD: After signing up, we'll send you a welcome letter with all necessary information. We also suggest you download the PADI Medical Form and get it signed by your doctor. It’s much better to do this beforehand in case there are any underlying medical conditions that must be signed off by a personal doctor.

SEE YOU SOON!