INDONESIA — The Instructor Development Course (IDC) Indonesia has emerged as a regional leader in professional scuba diving education, offering a refined, immersive pathway for aspiring PADI Instructors. Centered in the world-renowned Gili Islands, the program is rapidly becoming synonymous with quality, consistency, and international recognition in the professional dive community.
Conducted at Blue Marlin Dive Gili Trawangan, the original PADI 5-Star IDC Centre in the Gili Islands, the program represents a cornerstone in Indonesia’s dive training infrastructure. With over 30 years of continuous operation, the center provides access to premier training environments, allowing candidates to develop their instructional capabilities within active, real-world dive settings.
Heading the IDC Indonesia program is Platinum PADI Course Director Holly Macleod, a distinguished leader in global dive training with more than two decades of industry experience. Having certified over 3,500 PADI Instructors, Course Director Macleod’s impact extends throughout the diving industry. She has consistently received the Platinum PADI status for 13 consecutive years—an accolade that confirms both dedication and instructional excellence.
The IDC Indonesia structure incorporates the full spectrum of instructor-level training components. From knowledge development and confined water practice to open water application and rescue evaluations, each segment of the program is designed to exceed minimum certification requirements. The course integrates scenario-based teaching exercises, in-depth risk management, and leadership development modules tailored for today’s dive industry demands.
A distinguishing feature of the program is its emphasis on real-life, experience-based education. Candidates work directly with student-level divers and engage in logistical and operational tasks reflective of actual dive center responsibilities. This approach fosters deep professional readiness and ensures that graduates are well-prepared to manage instructional roles in diverse marine environments across the globe.
Upcoming training dates for the remainder of 2025 include:
- August 6 – August 27
- September 10 – October 1
- October 15 – November 5
- November 19 – December 10
Enrollment is designed to be intentionally limited, ensuring focused mentorship and optimal candidate development. Following the completion of IDC Indonesia, most graduates enter the workforce with a solid foundation in dive education and a strong advantage in job placement due to the program’s established industry reputation.
As marine tourism expands and international travel continues to recover, the demand for certified, safety-conscious dive instructors is rising rapidly across regions such as Southeast Asia, the Indian Ocean, and the Pacific. IDC Indonesia plays a pivotal role in supplying the global diving industry with knowledgeable, capable, and environmentally responsible professionals.
With its location in one of the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystems, the IDC Indonesia program provides a unique combination of advanced instruction and ecological context. Graduates are equipped not only with professional teaching credentials but also with the awareness required to contribute to marine preservation through responsible dive education.
Further details are available through the official channels:
Instagram – @padiidcgiliislands
Contact Information:
Contact Person: Tim Spart
Company Name: Gili idc
Website URL: http://www.gili-idc.com/
Business Gmail: idcgili@gmail.com
Targeted Location: United States
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