SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor Course Goa (IDC)

SDI Certified
2-3 Weeks

₹133,650per person, GST extra

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Duration: 2-3 Weeks
Certification: SDI
Category: Professional

Highlights

Teach SDI Open Water, Advanced Adventure, Rescue and Divemaster
Instructor Development Course + Instructor Evaluation
For divers with 100 logged dives
Crossover route for PADI and SSI instructors

SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor: teach your own students

Course

IDC + IEC

Min Age

Logged Dives

100

Training

100+ hours

Becoming an instructor turns diving into a job you can take almost anywhere. With the SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor rating you teach full SDI courses, from Open Water to Divemaster.

The Instructor Development Course covers how to teach theory, pool and open water sessions, SDI standards, risk management and running a course from start to finish. The Instructor Evaluation Course then checks that you can do it.

Already an instructor? PADI and SSI Open Water instructors can cross over to SDI without the full IDC. Ask us.

What the IDC covers

Teaching theoryPresentations that are short, clear and easy to remember.

Pool teachingDemonstrating skills, spotting problems and fixing them.

Open water teachingRunning training dives safely, with the right ratios.

SDI standardsWhat each course requires, and the paperwork that goes with it.

Risk managementPlanning for problems before they happen.

Then the IEC

A separate evaluation of your teaching and diving skills, completed within 6 months of the IDC.

Prerequisites for SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor

Age 18 or older

Certified diver for at least 6 months

100 logged dives

SDI Divemaster or Assistant Instructor, or equivalent

Current first aid, CPR and oxygen provider training

Medically fit to dive

Where you train

Classroom and pool sessions at the FlyingFish centre at Novotel Candolim, and open water teaching practice at Grande Island.

What's included

SDI Instructor Development Course (IDC)

Preparation for the Instructor Evaluation Course (IEC)

Teaching practice with feedback

Course materials

Full ScubaPro equipment

Not Included

SDI instructor application and IEC fees (paid to SDI)
Accommodation
Personal expenses

After SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor

Teach SDI Open Water, Refresher, Advanced Adventure, Rescue and Divemaster

Add SDI specialty instructor ratings

Work at SDI dive centres worldwide

Why train with FlyingFish in Goa

Here's what is different about diving with us.

ScubaPro equipment, serviced on schedule

Pro-grade gear serviced every 100 dives or 6 months, not when it fails. MK25/S620 regulator, Hydros Pro BCD, Aladin Sport dive computer. You train on the same equipment working instructors use.

Maximum 4:1 Diver-to-Instructor Ratio

Your instructor knows where you are underwater at all times. No crowded groups. If a skill needs more practice, you get the time for it instead of waiting behind 8 other students.

SSI, PADI and SDI at One Centre

We teach all three agencies at the same location. You choose which certification fits your future dive plans. We give you honest advice, not a push toward whichever we sell more of.

Professional Base at 5-Star Novotel Candolim

Proper briefing rooms, clean equipment rinsing stations, structured course schedule. The difference between a dive school and a beach shack matters when you are doing a multi-day certification course.

Real work during the internship, not observation

At some centres a Divemaster internship means carrying tanks and watching instructors. At FlyingFish, interns run briefings, guide certified divers independently (with supervisor oversight), assist on courses, and handle equipment logistics. By Day 30 you're doing Divemaster work, not reading about it. That's why our internship graduates are employable straight away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Age 18, certified as a diver for at least 6 months, 100 logged dives, SDI Divemaster or Assistant Instructor (or equivalent), and current first aid, CPR and oxygen provider training.

The IDC is the training: teaching theory, pool and open water sessions, SDI standards and running courses. The IEC is the evaluation, where you are assessed against SDI standards. It must be done within 6 months of the IDC.

No. SDI has a crossover route for Open Water instructors from recognised agencies. Ask us and we will check what you need.

Not with this rating alone. SDI specialties need separate specialty instructor ratings, which you can add later.

On request. Contact us with your dates and experience and we will confirm a schedule.

No. SDI instructor application and IEC fees are paid to SDI and are not part of the course price.

What you'll see

Marine life at Grande Island

Species our divers see on these sites, from the FlyingFish marine life guide.

See all 94 species

Trash-Free Thursday

Dive with a purpose

Every Thursday our team heads out and clears whatever rubbish we can find on the reef and in the water.

Want to help? Ask us about joining a cleanup dive.

Ask about cleanup dives

Dive Club

Keep diving all year

Certified divers get 12 months of unlimited dives at Grande Island for ₹19,800 + GST.

See Dive Club

What Our Divers Say

Real Reviews from Real Divers

Don't just take our word for it. Here's what our guests say on Google and TripAdvisor.

      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 568 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
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   Rajneesh Kumar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Professional staff with all safety measures and excellent service and support...!!
  
 
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   MarvelouSiddharth 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best scuba school in goa highly recommended!

My wife and I had an amazing experience with Flying Fish Scuba School and instructor Sunny. Despite her never having been in a swimming pool, my wife completed her dive course successfully thanks to their incredible support and professionalism. If you want quality instruction and genuine care—not scams—this is the place. 100% worth it!
  
 
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   Mahesh g.warrier 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great experience.
  
 
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   Manna Singh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was priceless movement...i must recommend this as they are very professional....i was scared before start but dinesh the instructor he make me very comfortable  and then i came back for and turn ....it was grt grt time i spent at the sea bed ....and really  thanks amitab sir i really appreciate for last min call for second time...and u accepted....lots of love....
  
 
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   Pranav Jagtap 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. you are looking for scuba diving in Goa, you’ve likely noticed dozens of operators offering "5-in-1" water sports combos at low prices. As a tourist, I was skeptical of these "scammy" setups. I decided to go with FlyingFish Scuba School (based at the Novotel Resort) based on the review It was definitely the right call and I can easily say it's the BEST scuba diving experience in Goa.

The Training & Team
The experience started with a thorough pool session, which was incredibly helpful for getting comfortable with the gear and breathing techniques before heading into open water. A huge shoutout to Mr. Dinesh and Ms. Maitri, they were phenomenal. Both were professional, friendly, and reliable, which is exactly what you want when you’re 10-12 meters underwater.

The Dive (Scuba 40)
I opted for the 40-minute dive. The marine life was beautiful; I saw a variety of fish and healthy coral reefs. They also provided video footage from an action camera, which was a great bonus.
Note on visibility: While the shipwreck is a major draw, we couldn't see it during my session due to visibility issues. It’s worth keeping in mind that nature doesn't always cooperate, but the rest of the dive more than made up for it.

Facilities & Logistics
The logistics were handled very well:

Changing Rooms: Clean and accessible facilities to change out of wet clothes both after the pool session and after returning from the jetty.

Refreshments: Proper snacks were provided, which were much appreciated after the energy-intensive dive.

Safety: The 1:1 instructor-to-student ratio during the dive made the whole experience feel very secure.

Verdict
If you want a "real" diving experience rather than a rushed tourist activity, this is a solid choice. It felt safe, organized, and honest. FlyingFish scuba surely made th diving experience memorable!
  
 
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   Gurkirpal Bedi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really great experience, Unique concept of 40 plus 40 min dives, Very good dive sites and the whole team is so good and helpful...A big thank you to Anirudh and Dinesh Bhai, enjoyed a lot and will come back for the course...And Thank you Amitabh Sir too...
  
 
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   Joseph Durfey 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend! Dive master was super knowledgeable and professional. Took good care of us. Thank you
  
 
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   Abdul Waheed 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best experience we ever had
  
 
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   Anshul Tembhurne 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. - Did an Open Water DiverScuba course with flying fish scuba in goa. This course stands out because at the same course price across India you get 4+2 speciality course dives, which can hugely improve your performance. As there base is at novotel candolim, you get better convenience if you decide to stay at the resort.

- Our instructor was Anirudh. He was amazing, supportive and clarified all our doubts. You can trust him and his experience. You will learn a lot over the duration of course.

- Dive sites are amazing both the wreck and coral colony.

Happy Diving!

      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 381 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
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   Road50855370209 
 
 
 
 Verified First scuba experience
It was my first diving experience. I chose flying fish scuba school and was very happy to have chosen this center. They guided me properly. I had an amazing dive and a great experience.
  
 
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   Freedom58686498324 
 
 
 
 Verified Scuba
Very good experience to much friendly staff members they help you
  
 
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   Travel25055630721 
 
 
 
 Verified 40+40 scuba diving
It’s spell bounding experience, I can’t express my happiness. I took 40+40 min long scuba diving . That was intensive and tedious though. I was very eager to see corals and under water 🗺️ world. My instructor Dinesh who truly genuine, with lot of patience listened to me because I was very very anxious once dived into sea!!! I almost gave up, but I asked him 5 mins and repeated the same pool training, eventually I made it😍❣️!! I dived deep equalising my ears often as I have sinusitis problem that caused sharp pain in my ears. My instructor was really helpful and cooperative. Thank you flyingfish scuba for making my dive easier and possible 🪸💖💙
  
 
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   Dwarkesh 
 
 
 
 Verified Scuba Nitrox
Great experience with Ashish & Dinesh! Will come back here next time as well!
  
 
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   Curiosity20059827591 
 
 
 
 Verified Scuba
Staff members are excellent!
  
 
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   Sunshine49195324825 
 
 
 
 Verified Scuba
Ashish was an excellent scuba diving trainer and made the whole experience very comfortable. He explained everything clearly and was very patient, especially with beginners. I felt completely safe and confident under his guidance. His calm nature and professionalism made the dive even more enjoyable. Highly recommend Ashish to anyone trying scuba diving for the first time!
  
 
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   Voyager55147331857 
 
 
 
 Verified Scuba
Excellent experience with team of the Novotel 👍
  
 
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   Excursion31003926877 
 
 
 
 Verified Scuba diving
Best service provider best experience of life very well trained and professional staff
  
 
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   FarAway38541753570 
 
 
 
 Verified Scuba diving
Very good experience and had a nice time
  
 
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   OnAir49110026021 
 
 
 
 Verified Scuba
It was fun and comfortable around them first scuba diving totally worth each penny

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