Oceans 5 Blog

Introduction:

Gili Air, a small island paradise in Indonesia, has recently witnessed a remarkable achievement in the world of scuba diving. Oceans 5 Gili Air, a renowned dive center on the island, proudly announces the successful completion of the PADI Instructor course, led by esteemed PADI Course Director Sander Buis. After 20 days of intensive training and examination, Gili Air now welcomes six new PADI Instructors: Jess, Mici, Seline, Tom, Alfin, and Qinqin. This exceptional feat highlights the commitment and dedication of both the candidates and the training team.

Rigorous Training Program:

The PADI Instructor course conducted at Oceans 5 Gili Air is known for its comprehensive and rigorous training program. Under the guidance of experienced Course Director Sander Buis, the candidates underwent an intense 20-day course that covered theoretical knowledge, practical teaching skills, dive planning, safety protocols, and rescue techniques. The training ensured that the future instructors were equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their profession.

Dedicated Instructors and Mentorship:

Sander Buis, a highly respected PADI Course Director with years of experience, played a pivotal role in mentoring and guiding the aspiring instructors. His expertise and passion for diving inspired the candidates and ensured they received the highest quality training. Sander’s commitment to imparting his knowledge, coupled with the support of the entire Oceans 5 Gili Air team, fostered an environment of growth and camaraderie.

The Journey of Success:

Throughout the 20-day program, Jess, Mici, Seline, Tom, Alfin, and Qinqin showcased their determination and passion for diving. From refining their dive skills to mastering the art of teaching, these candidates embraced every challenge with enthusiasm and professionalism. Their hard work, perseverance, and ability to adapt to various teaching scenarios set them apart as exceptional individuals.

Community Engagement and Environmental Stewardship:

Oceans 5 Gili Air has always emphasized the importance of environmental conservation and responsible diving practices. The newly certified PADI Instructors have undergone training that highlights these essential aspects. They are not only equipped to guide divers safely but also to raise awareness about the fragility of the marine ecosystem and the importance of preserving it. Their role as ambassadors of sustainable diving practices will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the diving community in Gili Air and beyond.

Celebrating Success and Future Endeavors:

The achievement of Jess, Mici, Seline, Tom, Alfin, and Qinqin marks an exciting chapter in their diving careers. Oceans 5 Gili Air is proud to have contributed to their professional growth and looks forward to seeing them thrive as PADI Instructors. With their expertise, enthusiasm, and commitment to safety, these newly certified instructors are set to play a significant role in introducing more individuals to the wonders of scuba diving and promoting responsible diving practices.

Conclusion:

The successful completion of the PADI Instructor course at Oceans 5 Gili Air is a testament to the hard work and dedication of Jess, Mici, Seline, Tom, Alfin, and Qinqin. Under the expert guidance of PADI Course Director Sander Buis, these individuals have emerged as qualified PADI Instructors, ready to share their passion for diving with others. As they embark on this new journey, they will undoubtedly make a positive impact on the diving community while upholding the values of safety, environmental stewardship, and excellence in teaching. Congratulations to the six new PADI Instructors, and may they continue to inspire others to explore the beauty of the underwater world.

The COVID pandemic is not officially over, but more and more countries are opening up their borders for foreigner tourists. And Indonesia is one of them!

If you are looking for a place to start your PADI IDC, Google search with PADI IDC in Indonesia will give you lots of options in the world where you can start your PADI Instructor Development Course.

Where should you start the PADI IDC?

But first you have to have an idea where you like to start your instructor course. Which country is on your bucket list, and is open for tourists? Since April Indonesia made it for tourists easier to enter the country. You as traveller don’t have to be in quarantine when you enter the country, and there is a Visa on Arrival for 43 countries now. For the most updated information visit the immigration website of Indonesia in your home country. The dream to start a PADI IDC in Indonesia is possible!

PADI IDC in Indonesia?

If you like Indonesia and you like to become a scuba instructor here, lots of diving schools are offering PADI Instructor Courses. But where would you like to live, where would you like to dive? Indonesia is a huge country with lots of good places to dive, like Bali, Gili Islands, Komodo, Ambon, and Raya Ampat. 

PADI IDC in the Gili Islands?

If you like a layback atmosphere on a beautiful coconut island, The Gili Islands will be your choice. The Gili Islands are part of Lombok. Just 3 hours away from Bali by fast boat. The islands are famous for the crystal clear waters, turtles and friendly local community. The Gili Islands are 3 little islands located on the North West Side of Lombok. And they are the scuba diving training center of Indonesia. You will find on the 3 islands 40 dive shops, but only a limited amount are teaching regularly PADI Instructor Development Courses.

Oceans 5 Gili Air

On Gili Air you will find Oceans 5 Gili Air. Oceans 5 Gili Air is the only PADI Career Development Centre on Gili Air. They conduct in 2022 nine PADI IDC Courses. PADI Course Director is Sander Buis. Oceans 5 has designed her resort for teaching PADI Courses. Two big classroom are available for teaching, two huge pools are especially designed for scuba dividing and freediving training. There is an equipment room for students only and for long term guests. All is made for the comfort for the scuba divers at the resort and for divers who are joining the dives or the courses with Oceans 5.

PADI IDC with Sander

Sander’s IDCs are conducted over 20 days. It looks maybe long but Sander doesn’t want to teach you how to pass the PADI Instructor Examination. He likes to teach you how you become a confident PADI Scuba Diving Instructor. He will teach you all kind of teaching techniques that you as an instructor can use all over the world, and not only around the Gili Islands. His 9 years experience as PADI Course Director, 12 years as owner of a PADI Career Development Centre, and 4 years as a DDI Instructor Trainer Examiner give you the perfect foundation for your course.

Wreck diving around the Gili Islands gives divers a totally different experience comparing when they dive a coral reef.

Why wreck diving?

Diving a construction underwater that doesn’t belong there on the first place can increase the marine diversity on that area. The biodiversity that can be supported by them is commonly world-class, attracting all manner of species, from the smallest of macro life to the giants of the sea.  The wrecks will be covered over time with coral and will act as natural coral reef. 

Like in any other form of diving, wreck diving takes pride in the marine biodiversity that has grown around and inside a shipwreck. Some of the most breathtaking underwater habitat actually formed from wrecks that scuba divers dream of exploring.

Many divers also find wreck diving interesting because they are intrigued with the sunken ship’s exciting or tragic history. Stories of the wreck add up to the excitement of the exploration, some even considered underwater cultural heritage and significant archaeological sites.

Furthermore, a wreck dive site proves to be a challenge for divers especially for beginners. The procedure in this type of diving differs from others in a sense that it requires more training for the higher risks it possess.

Diving around the Gili Islands

The Gili Islands offer two dive sites with wrecks:

• Bounty Wreck
• Glenn Nusa

Bounty Wreck

The Bounty Wreck is located at the Southwest side of Gili Meno. It is a sunken jetty. The story about the Bounty Wreck tells that the local community bombed the jetty in 2000. The name of the jetty is related to the resort to whom the jetty belongs and the fast boat that brought visitors from Bali to the Gili Islands. 

Over time the Bounty Wreck became popular for scuba divers. The wreck is a home for a big school of Drummer fish and Rabbit Fish. Divers will find these schools at the side of the wreck swimming against the current.  The wreck is also a perfect place to spot macro life, like Frogfish, Sea moth, Pygmy seahorse, and Nudibranch.

Glenn Nusa

Between the dive sites Halik and Sharkpoint the wreck Glenn Nusa is situated. In 2016 the Glenn Nusa was sunk to create a new dive site. Before the Glenn Nusa became a wreck it was a tugboat. The ship is 22 meters tall and 6 meters high. It has open spaces which scuba diving instructor can use to teach the penetration dive of the wreck specialty.  

These days the Glenn Nusa attracts Sharks, Trevallies, Sweatlips, Groupers and Snappers.