Become a PADI Instructor
In Less than 3 Weeks in Puerto Galera
Why Train With Us?
First PADI 5- Star Career
Development Center in
the Philippines
Over 300+ PADI
Instructors Trained
40 Years of Dive
Industry Experience
Guaranteed Global
Career Opportunities
Experienced &
Multilingual PADI
Course Directors
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BEST DEAL IN THE PHILIPPINES
Basic PADI IDC package - PHP 86,000
What’s Included?
DC & EFRI elearning materials
4 Specialty Instructor Ratings
IDC Crewpack + Slate Pack
Personalized IDC T-Shirt
50% OFF Lunch during IDC
Optional Specialty Packages
5 Specialty Instructor Ratings (with FREE Shark Conservation
Specialty) – PHP 32,000
Additional Specialty Instructor - PHP 8,000
PADI Instructor Development
Tentative Calendar 2026
2-Day IDC Prep – skill refresher and orientation.
13-Day Instructor Development Course
2-Day PADI Instructor Examination (IE)
6 Training Dives
IDC Program Overview
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Meet Your PADI Course Directors
Allan Nash
PADI Course Director
Allan is an Australian dive industry pioneer who has lived in the
Philippines for more than 40 years. He began diving in 1969 during the
early years of modern recreational scuba, turning his passion into a
professional career by 1985.
In 1987, Allan became a PADI Instructor and went on to achieve the
prestigious level of PADI Course Director in 1992, one of the highest
leadership roles within the organization. With more than four decades
of experience as a scuba trainer and Course Director, he has mentored
generations of dive professionals and helped shape the standards of
dive training in the region.
Allan is the Owner of El Galleon Resort and Asia Divers in Puerto Galera,
widely recognized as the first career dive center in the Philippines.
Through his leadership and dedication to safety, education, and
professional development, he has played a significant role in the growth
and professionalism of the Philippine dive industry
Eleanor (Elly) Hui
PADI Course Director
A Hong Kong native with 11 years of residence in
the Philippines, bringing over a decade of active
instructional experience to the dive community.
Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin,
allowing seamless connection with diverse
students from across the globe.
A true water enthusiast—oceans, lakes, and
pools are where you'll find the real passion.
(Mountains, however, are a different story.) The
journey and adventures are well documented
across social media, featuring extensive pictures
and videos from both professional and personal
pursuits.
Johan Blixt
PADI Course Director
Originally from Sweden and now based in
Moalboal, Johan Blixt brings over 20 years of
professional diving expertise. As a Course
Director with the Professional Association of
Diving Instructors (PADI), he delivers refined,
world-class Instructor Development with
precision, leadership, and integrity.
Elevate your diving. Lead with confidence.
PADI Instructor Development
Tentative Calendar 2026