IDC PADI Diving Instructor

the PADI IDC (Instructor Development Course), led by PADI Course Director Luca Pelizzari, is your gateway to a successful career in professional diving. With over two decades of experience in the diving industry and a proven track record of training and mentoring hundreds of divers, Luca combines expertise, passion, and a personalized approach to professional development.

Elite Diving Academy offers IDC in some of the most sought-after diving destinations worldwide, including Sardinia, Australia, Mexico, and South Africa. Additionally, through a network of five highly qualified Course Directors, we provide expanded opportunities in Singapore, the UK, Spain, the UAE, and China. Wherever you dream of diving, we bring the IDC experience to you.

Always in a PADI 5 Star IDC Center or Resort .

Our programs blend cutting-edge online e-learning with hands-on workshops and water sessions, ensuring every candidate gains both the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel as a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor. With small class sizes and a personalized approach, you’ll receive the attention and guidance you need to achieve your goals.

Luca is not only an experienced educator but also a mentor who takes extreme pride in his candidates’ success. With a deep commitment to professional growth, Luca and his team offer most, if not all, of PADI Instructor Specialties.

Additionally, Elite Diving Academy’s extensive network guarantees job placement assistance, ensuring you start your career with confidence.

Whether you’re seeking an adventure in the crystal-clear waters of Sardinia, the vibrant reefs of Mexico, or the rugged coastlines of South Africa, Elite Diving Academy combines world-class training with unforgettable experiences. Join Luca and his team of Course Directors, and turn your dream of becoming a diving professional into reality.

The IDC PADI Diving Instructor program is the ultimate pathway for aspiring scuba diving professionals to become certified PADI Open Water Scuba Instructors (OWSI). This course is designed to transform experienced divers into highly skilled educators capable of teaching and certifying new divers around the world. The training emphasizes leadership, instructional techniques, and in-depth knowledge of PADI standards and protocols. This is why every IDC is held and conducted in a PADI 5 Star IDC Center or Resort

Spain

16 Apr 25

United Kingdom

18 Apr 25

Italy - Sardinia

2 May 25

Australia - Queensland

15 May 25

Singapore

21 May 25

United Kingdom

11 Jul 25

Singapore

17 Aug 25

United Kingdom

29 Aug 25

United Kingdom

17 Oct 25

Italy - Sardinia

24 Oct 25

Singapore

5 Nov 25

Australia - Queensland

5 Nov 25

Spain

6 Nov 25

United Kingdom

21 Nov 25

United Arab Emirates

very soon

China

very soon

Mexico

very soon