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Common questions.
What are the prerequisites for the IDC?+
You must be a PADI Divemaster, at least 18 years old, certified for six months and have 60 logged dives to start the IDC (100 to attend the Instructor Examination).
How long does it take to become a PADI Instructor?+
From qualified Divemaster to certified OWSI you should plan for around three weeks (IDC + IE). Career packages from Open Water take 3–6 months.
What is the IE exam like?+
Two days of theory exams, confined-water and open-water teaching presentations and a rescue assessment, conducted by an independent PADI examiner.
Why Tenerife for instructor training?+
Tenerife offers year-round diving, varied Atlantic conditions from calm volcanic bays to true ocean swell, and a deeply professional dive community. You leave ready for any working environment.
What is the weather like during training?+
Average air temperatures between 20–28°C year-round and water temperatures of 19–24°C. Costa Adeje is the sunniest microclimate on the island.
Is accommodation included?+
We offer flexible accommodation packages ranging from shared candidate apartments to private studios within walking distance of the dive centre.
Can I bring a partner or family?+
Absolutely — we help arrange private apartments and can suggest activities for non-diving partners during your training days.
Do I need my own equipment?+
Recommended for the IDC and essential for Tec courses. We rent high-end gear if you prefer to travel light, and help configure personal kit before your course.
What about technical diving gear?+
We work with Apeks, Halcyon, DiveSoft and Shearwater. Loan twinsets, stages and computers are available, and we'll dial in your configuration before training.
Do you help with job placement?+
Yes. Our alumni network spans dive centres across the Canaries, Mediterranean, Red Sea and South-East Asia. We actively help match new instructors with the right operators.
Can I continue training after the IDC?+
Most candidates roll directly into MSDT prep or specialty instructor courses. We also run Staff Instructor and Tec Instructor programmes for returning graduates.
What is the payment schedule?+
A 25% deposit secures your seat. The balance is due 30 days before your course start. We accept bank transfer, card and Wise.
Is there a cancellation policy?+
Deposits are transferable to a later intake up to 60 days before your course. Full terms are sent with your application confirmation.