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Meet Sali - Your PADI IDC Staff Instructor
As a PADI IDC Staff Instructor (#445838), I don't just teach diving — I train the instructors who teach diving.
About Me
My journey into the ocean began in 2015, driven by a deep love for the sea and its mysteries. What started as a passion quickly grew into a lifelong calling. Over the years, I’ve worked with dive centers across Sri Lanka—from unawatuna, mirissa, Hikkaduwa and trincomalee ro nilaveli sharing the magic of the underwater world with people from all walks of life.
Every dive is a story, and I believe in creating unforgettable memories with love and gratitude. The ocean has given me so much, and I’m honored to share its wonders with you
Professional Credentials
PADI IDC Staff Instructor #445838 — I can teach all PADI courses from Discover Scuba Diving through Divemaster and assist with Instructor Development Courses (IDC).
Services
What We Offer
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Explore Sri Lanka's best dive sites with guided fun dives for certified divers.
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Courses
From Beginner to Professional
Professional Level
PADI IDC (Instructor Development Course)
Become a certified PADI Open Water Scuba Diving Instructor. Under the direct guidance of a PADI IDC Staff Instructor, you'll master teaching techniques, dive theory, and practical assessment skills. Upon completion, you can work as a diving instructor worldwide.
PADI Divemaster
The first professional level in the PADI system. Learn to lead certified divers, assist instructors with courses, supervise diving activities, and master dive planning, mapping, and rescue techniques. Perfect for those wanting to work in the dive industry.
Assistant Instructor (AI)
Your first step toward becoming a Scuba Instructor. Learn to conduct PADI programs independently under an instructor's supervision, evaluate student divers, and master presentation skills. A perfect bridge between Divemaster and IDC.
Recreational Certification
PADI Open Water Diver (OWD)
Your first scuba diving certification! Learn the fundamentals of diving including equipment use, safety procedures, buoyancy control, underwater communication. Complete 4-5 confined water dives and 4 open water dives to a maximum depth of 18 meters. Duration: 3-4 days.
PADI Advanced Open Water (AOW)
Build confidence and expand your skills! Complete 5 Adventure Dives including two mandatory dives (Deep Dive and Underwater Navigation) plus three elective dives. Learn to dive up to 30 meters. Perfect for exploring wrecks, night diving, and photography. Duration: 2-3 days.
Rescue Diver + EFR
Learn to prevent and manage diving emergencies. Master self-rescue, diver stress recognition, emergency management, and rescue techniques for panicked and unresponsive divers. Includes Emergency First Response (CPR & First Aid) certification. Duration: 3-4 days.
PADI Specialty Courses
Master specific diving interests with expert training:
• Deep Diver - Explore depths from 18m to 30m
• Wreck Diver - Safely explore shipwrecks
• Night Diver - Discover nocturnal marine life
• Underwater Photographer - Capture stunning images
• Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver - Longer bottom times
• Peak Performance Buoyancy - Perfect your control
• Search & Recovery - Locate lost objects
Discover & Explore
Discover Scuba Diving (DSD)
Never dived before? Try scuba for the first time! A brief theory session followed by shallow water practice and an open water dive under direct instructor supervision (max depth 12m). No experience needed! Duration: Half day. Perfect as a gift or introduction to diving.
Fun Diving (Certified Divers)
Guided dives for certified divers at Sri Lanka's best locations. Choose from:
• Reef Diving - Colorful coral gardens
• Wreck Diving - WWII wrecks and sunken ships
• Night Diving - Experience nocturnal marine life
• Deep Diving - For advanced divers (30m+))
• Drift Diving - Effortless current-assisted dives
• Underwater Museum - Unique artificial reef
• Pinnacle Diving - Vertical reef formations
Scuba Refresher Course
Haven't dived in 6+ months? Refresh your knowledge and skills! Review equipment setup, safety procedures, buoyancy control, and emergency protocols in confined water before heading to open water. Duration: Half day. Includes PADI ReActivate certification.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
A PADI IDC Staff Instructor (#445838) is qualified to teach all PADI courses up to Divemaster and assist with Instructor Development Courses (IDC).
Absolutely! I can guide you from Rescue Diver → Divemaster → IDC preparation.
We provide all necessary diving equipment including BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, and tanks.
The PADI Open Water Diver course typically takes 3-4 days.
Unawatuna, Mirissa, Hikkaduwa (south coast) and Nilaveli, Trincomalee (east coast).
Contact
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Locations
Nilaveli, Trincomalee
Mirissa, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa
seasoulssrilanka@gmail.com