PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)

PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)

The PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) with Takata Experience is a professional training program designed to develop confident, skilled, and responsible PADI Instructors. Set in the Mexican Caribbean, the course combines high training standards, real‑world teaching preparation, and a strong commitment to marine conservation. The objective is not only to help candidates pass the PADI Instructor Examination but also to prepare them to work successfully as instructors anywhere in the world.

What Is the PADI IDC?

The PADI Instructor Development Course is the required program to become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI). During the IDC, candidates develop:

• Teaching techniques and presentation skills
• Classroom, confined water, and open water instruction
• Knowledge of PADI standards and risk management
• Professional-level dive theory and rescue skills
• Instructor-level leadership and professionalism

The course concludes with the PADI Instructor Examination (IE), conducted independently by PADI examiners.

Why Train with Takata Experience?

Takata Experience focuses on quality, mentorship, and practical preparation. The IDC is delivered in small groups, allowing for personalized coaching and detailed feedback throughout the course. Training goes beyond exam preparation, with an emphasis on teaching confidence, real dive center scenarios, and professional conduct. Marine protection and environmental responsibility are integrated into the program, reflecting the role of modern dive professionals as ocean ambassadors.

Course Director

Manlio Leggio – PADI Course Director

Manlio Leggio is a PADI Course Director and Silver Status Frequent Trainer with over 20 years of experience in the dive industry. Born in Sicily and raised by the sea, he has worked globally in locations including the Red Sea, Madagascar, Palau, and Mexico. He became a PADI Pro in 2004 and has since trained and mentored divers and instructors at all levels.

Manlio is known for his hands-on, structured teaching style and multilingual instruction in English, Spanish, French, and Italian. His courses combine high performance standards with real-world preparation, leadership development, and a strong commitment to marine conservation.

What’s Included

• 14‑day PADI Instructor Development Course
• 2‑day PADI Instructor Examination (IE)
• EFR Instructor course
• Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor course
• Coral Restoration Workshop and conservation dive
• Ongoing support and mentorship throughout the program

Dates & Location

Course Duration: 14 days. Training takes place in the Mexican Caribbean, offering ideal conditions for professional-level instructor development.

Instructor Crossover to PADI

A special PADI crossover opportunity is available for active instructors from other training agencies.

• Applies to instructors certified with another agency for at least 6 months
• The EFR Instructor application fee is waived
• The IDC Digital Crew Pack is included with the IE
• Special pricing applies and is shared directly with interested candidates

This offer is available only through PADI Frequent Trainer Course Directors. Please contact us directly for eligibility and details here.

Who This Program Is For

This IDC is suited for:

• Divemasters ready to advance to instructor level
• Divers pursuing a professional career in scuba diving
• Instructors from other agencies wishing to crossover to PADI
• Individuals seeking a structured, professional, and conservation‑focused instructor pathway

Become a PADI Instructor

The Takata Experience IDC is designed to produce capable, confident instructors who are ready to teach, lead, and represent the diving industry responsibly.

For availability, pricing, and application details, please contact us directly here.