ABOUT PHILIPPINE DIVE ACADEMY
Train. Develop. Dive Professionally
Based on Siquijor Island in the Philippines, Philippine Dive Academy provides professional PADI instructor development and dive professional training in a real-world tropical diving environment.
About Philippine Dive Academy
Philippine Dive Academy was created to provide focused, professional training for divers who want to take the next step in their diving careers.
Based on Siquijor Island, we combine professional PADI instructor development with the experience of working in a real tropical dive environment. Our aim is to provide more than simply a course — we want candidates to develop the knowledge, teaching ability, confidence and practical understanding needed to become successful dive professionals.
Whether you’re progressing from Divemaster to Instructor or continuing your professional development, you’ll train in an environment where diving is part of everyday life.
Train on Siquijor Island
Siquijor is a small tropical island with a distinctive character and a strong connection to the sea. Known as the “Mystical Island” and historically as Isla del Fuego, the island is famous for its beautiful coastline, waterfalls, traditional healing culture and the fireflies that once inspired its name.
For an instructor candidate, it also offers something particularly valuable: the opportunity to complete your professional training and Instructor Examination while staying on a tropical island surrounded by exceptional diving.
Between training sessions, candidates can explore the island, experience its beaches and waterfalls, discover local culture or simply enjoy the relaxed pace of island life.
Your IDC isn’t just a course. It’s an experience in one of the Philippines’ most distinctive destinations.
Experianced Professionals Behind Your Training
Your training is supported by experienced diving professionals who understand both the demands of instructor development and the realities of working in the dive industry.
Experianced Course Director
Train with a full-time, four-time Platinum Course Director and technical diver who brings extensive professional diving experience and hands-on guidance to your instructor development.
Marine Biology Expertise
Our training environment is supported by a dedicated marine biologist, bringing specialist knowledge of marine life, ecology and the underwater environment into your professional development
Real Dive-Center Experiance
Train within a working dive operation and gain insight into the practical realities of professional diving, from daily operations and equipment to guiding, teaching and student care
Ready to Start Your Professional Diving Journey?
Whether you’re planning your first step into professional diving or preparing to become a PADI Instructor, Philippine Dive Academy can help you plan your next stage.