Calle 5 Sur #37, Cozumel,
Quintana Roo, México,
CP 77600.
Instructor Training
The PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) is the crucial step in transforming your passion into a respected, global teaching career. At Aldora Divers in Cozumel—a destination celebrated worldwide for its stunning reefs and drift diving—you will do more than just complete a course; you will immerse yourself in a working dive operation known for its excellence and experienced crew.
Ready to stop dreaming about being a leader and start actively shaping the future of diving?
Working closely with our seasoned PADI Course Director and staff instructor, you will undergo an intensive and practical program. We don't just teach the curriculum; we instill the confidence, authority, and professionalism required to be a world-class educator.
The Aldora Difference
Refine your teaching presentations, improve classroom control, and perfect your demonstration skills until instructing feels natural.
Mastery of Instruction:
Build real confidence by practicing your teaching skills in Cozumel’s top dive sites and classroom environments.
Real-World Experience:
Strengthen your foundation in the core academic pillars: Dive Theory, PADI Standards & Procedures, Risk Management, and the Business of Teaching.
Professional Toolkit:
Prepare for your professional future with mentorship, personalized feedback, and guidance to help you succeed as a confident, job-ready dive instructor.
Career Development:
INSTRUCTOR PROGRAMS AVAILABLE AT ALDORA DIVERS
10 Days - PADI IDC Fast Track
The Intensive Path to Instructor Certification
An intensive 10-day program designed for motivated PADI Divemasters seeking the fastest path to Instructor certification. Focused on mastering the PADI System of Instruction and passing the Instructor Examination (IE).
Price (Paid to Aldora Divers): $2,115 USD
Deposit required: $850 USD (non-refundable materials fee).
Program Includes
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Full PADI IDC training (theory, confined & open water)
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EFR Instructor (or equivalent) training
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IE preparation and unlimited shore dive practice
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Optional shared downtown accommodation: $280 USD
PADI Fees (Paid Directly to PADI): $1,206 USD (2025 rate)
PADI fees will increase in 2026.
Ideal For
Experienced Divemasters looking for a fast, high-intensity IDC.
3 Weeks- IDC & Master Scuba Diver Trainer
The Added Value: Experience & Specialty Expertise
A 3-week program that combines the full PADI IDC with additional training to help you gain experience and increase your marketability. Includes preparation for the Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT) rating through five instructor specialty courses.
Price (Paid to Aldora Divers): $2,515 USD
Deposit required: $850 USD (non-refundable materials fee).
Program Includes
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Full PADI IDC + EFR Instructor training
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MSDT specialty training bundle (5 specialties)
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Up to 10 boat dives (space available)
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Unlimited shore dive practice
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Optional shared downtown accommodation: $280 USD
PADI Fees (Paid Directly to PADI): $1,665 USD (estimated 2025 rate)
PADI fees will increase in 2026.
Ideal For
Candidates who want instructor certification plus specialty qualifications to expand job opportunities.
10 Week- IDC Full Career Package
The Full Professional Immersion & Mastery
A complete 10-week professional package designed for candidates who want far more than certification. This program combines the full PADI IDC with a 6-week internship, extensive real-world teaching experience, and MSDT specialty training—plus housing included.
Price (Paid to Aldora Divers): $4,439 USD
Deposit required: $850 USD (non-refundable materials fee).
Program Includes
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Full PADI IDC + EFR Instructor (or equivalent) training
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6-week extended internship for real-world mastery
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Housing included for the full 10-week program
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MSDT specialty training bundle (5 specialties)
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Extensive dive time and course-assisting experience
PADI Fees (Paid Directly to PADI): $1,665 USD (estimated 2025 rate)
PADI fees will increase in 2026.
Ideal For
Candidates seeking maximum confidence, real professional experience, specialty credentials, and long-term career readiness.
Your New Role
As a PADI Instructor, you’ll introduce others to the underwater world and guide them from their first dive through advanced training. Completing your IDC with Aldora Divers prepares you for the Instructor Examination (IE) and qualifies you to teach a wide range of PADI courses worldwide.
Whether your goal is a tropical resort career or working on Cozumel’s legendary walls, a PADI Instructor certification is your passport to adventure.
Take the next step. Train where the professionals teach—with Aldora Divers.
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We provide all the training, coaching, and time you need to qualify. Your success requires your work ethic, dedication, and completion of all required assignments. Be prepared to study, practice, and push yourself.
Lifetime Training Guarantee
If for any reason you are not ready for certification at the end of your program, we will ensure you receive the necessary extra time and training. You may attend any future IDC (Instructor Development Course) preparation training at Aldora at no extra training cost to you.
Optional Accommodations
For candidates requiring accommodation, Aldora Divers offers exclusive access to shared apartment living downtown.
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Shared Apartment: Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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2-Week Stay (For Option 1): $280 USD
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3-Week Stay (For Option 2): Get the 3-week stay bundled for the price of the 2-week stay: $280 USD!
Please note: Accommodation is not included in the course price and is subject to availability.
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Non-Refundable Deposit: A $850 USD fee for PADI study materials (e-learning access is granted immediately) is non-refundable.
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Performance-Based Training: As with any higher education or professional training, certification is performance-based. You are paying for the training; therefore, no refunds will be issued once the course has officially begun.
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Taxes and Fees are NOT Included: All listed prices are subject to a 16% Federal and State sales tax.
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Additionally, a $14 USD Marine Park Fee per diving day is applicable.
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Balance Due: The full program balance must be paid before the start of any training.
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Nitrox/EANx: Enriched Air is not included in the package price unless specifically noted in the program description.
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Boat Diving: All boat diving is provided on a space-available basis.
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Exclusions: Accommodation are not included in the course price.
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