Become a PADI Open Water Instructor with Orca Scuba Diving Academy

Take the ultimate step in your diving journey and become a certified PADI Open Water Instructor — one of the most respected and internationally recognised professional ratings in the diving industry.

At Orca Scuba Diving Academy, a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre based in the UK, we specialise in training passionate divers to become confident, capable, and safety-focused PADI Open Water Instructors. Led by our experienced Course Director, Stuart, our Instructor Development Course (IDC) will fully prepare you for a rewarding career in scuba instruction.

Why become a PADI Open Water Instructor?

As a PADI Open Water Instructor, you’ll be able to:

• Teach and certify beginner divers across the globe

• Share your passion for the underwater world

• Work part-time, full-time, or while travelling

• Access exciting job opportunities at dive centres, resorts, and liveaboards worldwide

  
  

What to expect from our Instructor Development Course

Our IDC is designed to help you develop the knowledge, teaching techniques, and practical skills required to thrive as an instructor. During the course, you’ll:

• Learn how to teach all core PADI courses — from Open Water Diver to Divemaster

• Deliver classroom, confined water, and open water presentations

• Practise skill demonstrations and learn how to assess student performance

• Focus on diver safety, risk management, and effective coaching

• Prepare thoroughly for the PADI Instructor Examination (IE)

Whether you’re planning to teach locally in the UK or take your skills to warmer waters abroad, Orca Scuba Diving Academy will give you the support and training you need to succeed as a PADI professional.