Immersive PADI instructor training at SeaExplorers Philippines in Dauin with Course Director Dominik Weckherlin. Extraordinary marine biodiversity, warm water year-round, and the same Swiss standard of precision — max 8 candidates per IDC.
Dauin delivers something no classroom can replicate: extraordinary marine diversity, warm water, and the freedom to focus entirely on becoming the best instructor you can be.
Dauin is one of the planet's premier muck diving destinations. Mimic octopus, blue-ringed octopus, Flamboyant cuttlefish, and over 3,000 marine species provide unmatched training conditions for a future instructor.
28°C water temperature, 15–30m visibility, calm dive sites accessible to all skill levels. You focus entirely on training — not on managing cold or challenging conditions.
No factory IDC. Dominik knows every candidate individually and coaches to your learning style — building confidence, judgment, and teaching skills that last a career.
Budget options from USD 15/night, mid-range USD 35–60/night. Full accommodation guide included in the Info Pack. The Gold package includes accommodation for the full programme.
IDC delivered in English, German, Swiss German, and French. Removing the language barrier means you walk into the IE with maximum confidence — in your own language.
Dominik's alumni network spans resorts across Southeast Asia, Europe, and beyond. Gold package candidates receive priority referrals through his global dive industry contacts.
An immersive 10–14 day intensive — combining classroom sessions, pool work, and real open-water dives on some of the most biodiverse sites in the world.
Academic development, teaching techniques, dive theory — all delivered in your language with Dominik's 30-year expertise.
Skill circuit development and confined water teaching presentations, refined with real-time feedback.
Live teaching scenarios on world-class muck dive sites — you're teaching in conditions that match what your future students will experience.
Multiple rounds of mock IE presentations and exams. Dominik's 95%+ pass rate is built here — through thorough, individual preparation.
Maximum 8 spots per IDC. Reserve early to secure your place.
SeaExplorers Philippines, Dauin 🇵🇭 · Language: English / German / French
Dominik runs the same IDC at TSK Zürich (April–June). Some candidates choose to combine locations — theory and pool work in Europe, open-water training in the Philippines. Learn about the Zürich IDC →
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