When a diver completes their Divemaster training and steps into the professional ranks, most people might expect a framed certificate or a handshake. In the dive industry, though, there’s a very different tradition: the infamous snorkel test. A drink poured through a snorkel, downed in one go, cheered on by a team of proud instructors and excited divers.
Welcome to the snorkel test.
Read MoreAnswering some of your most popular questions regarding doing the PADI Instructor Development course with Blue Corner Dive on Nusa Lembongan Bali. Join us at our beach side location for your PADI Professional Development
Read MoreAs we all know drinking and diving go hand in hand! From sunset beers to snorkel tests, it’s very important for Divemasters to know the best places to knock back a pint when the occasion demands. Here’s a list of five places to go to on the island that’ve been tried and tested by some of staff and students:
Read MoreLet’s start at the beginning and ask the question: why would you want to be a divemaster? Yeah, sure it’s a cool title and all, but it’s so much more than that! A lot of people believe it’s simply a stepping-stone towards becoming an instructor and that it will inevitably lead to a teaching role, but this really isn’t the case. It can open more doors and options than most people think!
Read MoreCOVID-19 has changed the world as we know it. The novel coronavirus has quarantined people, closed country borders, and halted businesses around the world.
Read MoreBecoming a divemaster is a big decision, and people from all over the world choose to do so for various reasons. Here are stories from some of our recent graduates.
Read MoreNew year, new you? We’ve taken a look at the top New Year’s resolutions and found that a visit to a little slice of paradise, known as Nusa Lembongan, is the answer to many of them. From learning a new skill to losing weight, you can cross off those lofty goals with us – all while living on a tropical island, enjoying sunset beers, and exploring the ocean.
Read MoreWhen teaching PADI courses the primary concern is following and meeting all PADI standards, and for some skills, the Instructor Manual clearly stipulates whether a skill should be conducted while on the bottom or mid-water, but this is not the case for all skills. So what are the pros and cons of opting to teach skills in mid-water? Read on to find out more…
Read MoreLearn about why learning how to teach conservation specialities will not only teach you more about the ocean but allow you spread your passion and find more employment.
Read MoreAre you thinking about pursuing a career in the diving industry? Do you have a burning passion for diving but are not sure of how to turn it into a sustainable income? Do you love teaching but are not sure if you want to do it full time?
Read MoreNusa Penida is more than just a great place to dive- it’s also an island full of history, allure and mystery. Read a bit about what makes this island so special.
Read MoreHere at Blue Corner Dive we pride ourselves on giving back to the local community on our beautiful island. One of the ways in which we help to support the local economy is by employing local staff.
Read MoreAre you salivating over that ocean paradise life? We’ve got the insider tips on how to begin your dive journey, and - if you totally love it - how to fully embrace that dive life!
Read MoreThe pros and cons to jumping straight into your IDC as a brand new Divemaster. Regardless of how long you take, becoming a PADI Instructor will be the best decision you make.
Read MoreFor PADI Women’s Dive Day Blue Corner Dive in Nusa Lembongan offer 2 full Divemaster internships for two Indonesian female divers.
Thanks to PADI and their scholarship program, Edi had the opportunity to take on the Instructor Exams and share his passion for the underwater world with students.
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