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PADI Instructor Development Course Mexico

PADI Instructor Development Course Mexico
$1,400.00 USD

Welcome to Baja, welcome to Cabo and welcome to East Cape Explorers. PADI Instructor Development Course Mexico. We are proud to present to our students the only fully dedicated training centre “Klubhaus”. The one stop shop for all your professional development. Onsite accommodations, deep water training pool, a/c classroom, fully stocked kitchen, washing facilities, free high speed wifi and BBQ chill out area. Our comprehensive program goes beyond the normal Instructor Development Course, by explaining in depth, the course curriculum and PADI system of education that will shape your future as a PADI Pro. By far the  most advantage reason to further your diving career is to experience the purpose built facilities, we invested in our business, allowing you to focus on your path and get great tutorage from our experienced in house PADI Course Director. As an added special offer, FREE ACCOMMODATION is available on a first come, first serve!

The East Cape Explorers PADI Instructor Development Course is a 10 day program that is run in conjugation with our sister location Dive Cabo. Starting with the fundamentals of diving theory, covering topics of physics, physiology, equipment, skills and environment and the RDP. A complete break down of the PADI manual and the courses you will be able to teach. Then development in the classroom, where you learn to micro teach topics and work on your oral presentations. In the custom deep water pool, you will work on your confined water teaching skills as well as hone your in water skills from being able to do the skill, to mastering the presentation of how a skill is done. with the added bonus of unlimited pool time. Working on your rescue technique, so it becomes second nature. Then moving to open water, we put all the supervision and organising to the test, showing you tips and suggestions on how to achieve the best out of your future students.

Then all roads lead to the 2 day PADI Examinations. Where it is just a matter of presenting what you have just done over the course of your IDC! 

To enter the PADI Instructor Development Course-

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Hold a PADI Divemaster (or equivalent) 
  • Have at least 100 logged dives
  • Hold a current First aid and CPR certificate
  • Have a medical clearance within last 12 months

 

To get access to the PADI eLearning, a deposit is required. The eLearning, are online modules that need to be completed prior to course start day. This includes theory, presentation and assessment, as well, Emergency First Response Instructor eLearning.

The deposit also secures your FREE ACCOMMODATION (first come first serve) which is valid from one day prior to course start, till one day after exam. Extra nights are available at $25usd per night, maximum 4 nights.

 

Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico.

Located on the very southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula, Los Cabos is right between the mighty Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez. This convergence zone is one of the most productive marine environments around. Cooler deep oceanic water full of nutrients rise up and mix with the warm tropical waters creating a smorgasbord of food for the whole eco system.

The region averages 12 days a year of rain, sunshine is abundant to help the thriving eco system flourish,  annual whale migration, Mobula Ray migration, fast swimming pelagic Marlin, Tuna and Mahi Mahi. All call the region home.

Easy access into the region via the big international airport (SJD), ensures easy access year round. Drop us a message and our in house PADI Course Director Traun will only be too happy to give you all the best info that will help you get on your way to becoming a PADI Instructor!

We also offer a full range of Pro development courses-

  • PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer 
  • PADI IDC Staff Instructor
  • Emergency First Response Instructor
  • Specialty Instructor in Enriched Air, Navigation, Deep, Emergency Oxygen, Search and Recovery.

 

If you require dives for minimum requirement, we have “log book buster” packages available.

  • 10 Dive Package $400USD
  • 20 Dive Package $600USD
  • 30 Dive Package $800USD

Schedule

MAY 2025:
IDC (Instructor Development Course): May 26th – Jun 5th
IE (Instructor Examination): Jun 6th – Jun 8th

SEPTEMBER 2025:
IDC (Instructor Development Course): Sept 22nd – Oct 2nd
IE (Instructor Examination): Oct 3rd – Oct 5th

DECEMBER 2025:
IDC (Instructor Development Course): Dec 2nd – 11th
IE (Instructor Examination): Dec 12th – Dec 13th

Pricing

Price:  $1400usd, IDC plus EFR Instructor

Required Material cost :  $1000usd – Included: PADI IDC, Emergency First Response Instructor, Enriched Air Specialty Instructor.

PADI Exam $825usd (paid to PADI)

IDC + EFR + Enriched Air Instructor $473usd (paid to PADI)

Meet our Padi Team Members

  • Traun Lynch

    PADI COURSE DIRECTOR
    The teaching guru from Tasmania, Australia, Trau brings energy, knowledge, and personality to every dive. With a true passion for educating divers of all levels, he has a knack for making complex concepts easy to understand—and a lot of fun to learn. Whether it’s your first dive or your hundredth, he’s committed to helping you grow your skills and confidence underwater. Known for his larger-than-life presence, both in stature and spirit, he’s also our resident Los Cabos BBQ expert—firing up unforgettable meals almost as well as he leads a dive.

  • Maja

    POOL LIFE GUARD
    Malla is the ever-watchful presence by the pool—part safety enforcer, part friendly face, and occasional referee. With a talent for spotting a "Giant Stride Entry" from across the deck and the reflexes of a cat in flip-flops, Malla keeps swimmers safe while making sure everyone’s having a great time. Furthermore she is responsible for managing staff and developing strategies or policies for higher quality.

  • Renson

    PADI IDC STAFF INSTRUCTOR
    Renson is a dedicated marine biologist from Venezuela, with a deep passion for ocean life and conservation. He spent many years conducting research and diving in the stunning Margarita Islands. Eventually, his journey led him to Peru, where he continues to share his knowledge and enthusiasm for the ocean. In addition to his work in marine biology, Renson is also a certified personal trainer, committed to promoting health and fitness. Known for his friendly demeanor, helpful attitude, and boundless energy, Renson is always ready to lend a hand and inspire those around him.

Contact our PADI Course Director

Free Accommodation

Testimonials

Mike L.
19:14 01 May 25
We just spent four amazing days diving with Max, James & Melina and it was absolutely tremendous experience we will never forget. We started our trip with amazing reef dives where we saw great reef fish, Pacific Octopus, White Tip Reef Sharks Guitar Sharks and many different types of Sting Rays and four days of diving later we concluded our trip with Open Water Dives at Gordo Banks where we saw Hammerhead Sharks, the perfect conclusion to an amazing trip.

This team is outstanding, always putting safety first, while making each dive a great experience. Led by Max, his team takes great pride in making the total experience unforgettable from the time you arrive to the time you leave.

We left East Cape Explorers feeling like part of the family and can't wait to return.

Mike L
bradley D.
16:13 01 May 25
Very professional. Fun. Informative. Highly recommend.
Alex M.
04:59 01 May 25
Awesome snorkel trip. Max was an amazing guide and had tons of information about the different marine life and also had great local recommendations. Captain Russo spotted some whales and was able to get us close enough to where we saw a calf breech. Truly unforgettable.
Jamie M.
19:05 29 Apr 25
Max was the best tour guide we’ve ever had. Cappy, the boat dog, was adorable. The visibility was great, saw so many fish, then followed some whales for the second half, shout out to Captain Russo for spotting and tracking. Highly recommend East Cape Explorers!
Raymond L.
20:07 28 Apr 25
Great dive and well experienced dive leads, James was fantastic and covered all bases clearly for “Gordo1 and Gordo2” dives. Definitely recommend this to all divers who want a blue sea dive with no reference points other than one another and the sea life!
Jessie H.
00:42 22 Apr 25
We were so impressed with the crew and our experience today! 5 is just not enough stars. Max and Kostas are a great team of guides. They were professional and personable. Captain Alex was able to drop safely in the best spots and kept his eye on us. They were all so enjoyable to be around! We had the best day!
We felt as though the priority was always our safety and comfort. We were lucky to have some great sightings (including dropping in to a large school of hammers). They seemed to know exactly where they would be!
Shout out to Winston who brought us some smiles too ♡
Gregory W.
15:36 19 Apr 25
Highly reccomend. Max and the whole team took great care of us on our snorkeling trip. We even got to see a pod of whales on our way back. Five out of Five all day!
FelipeMTorres
22:26 16 Apr 25
Nice diving center, well organised and good crew. Special shout to James and Alex
Alexandra C.
21:48 16 Apr 25
We had the most incredible experience with East Cape. Max and Ruvin took the best care of us and found us many whales to see even after the season had just ended. We had the best day! We’re so thankful we chose this crew. And Capi deserves a raise for being the real MVP.
Arthur B
20:58 16 Apr 25
This is the singly most incredible dive crew I have ever been with (Max, James, Alex the captain). Very professional, exceptionally competent, and careful. Uniquely attuned to safety in mexico where it often feels like a total afterthought. They took videos too so we could focus on depth and drifting. Pleasant fun and engaging. Gordo banks is a hit or miss spot so best to budget a couple trips if it is possible with your itinerary and get ready to hit waves on the way out.
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