Why Every PADI IDC at Oceans 5 Gili Air Starts with a Dive Theory and Skill Brush-Up
The PADI IDC at Oceans 5 Gili Air PADI IDC Indonesia | Oceans 5 Gili Air | Scuba Diving Gili Islands When candidates sign up for the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) at Oceans 5 Gili Air , they expect a rigorous but rewarding journey to becoming a professional scuba diving instructor. What many don’t realize is that the official IDC—recognized by PADI and culminating in the Instructor Examination (IE)—is only part of the full experience. At Oceans 5 Gili Air, every IDC begins with a few days dedicated exclusively to refreshing dive theory and honing in-water skills , before the formal IDC curriculum even begins. This preparatory phase is not just an add-on—it is mandatory , regardless of a candidate’s prior experience. Here’s why this unique approach not only sets up each candidate for success, but also shapes the group into a cohesive, collaborative unit, ready to face challenges together. The IDC Is Not a Solo Journey—It’s a Group Transformation At firs...