IDC KOVALAM : PADI Instructor

FAQs:

Why take your IDC in Kovalam?

Choosing to do your PADI IDC in Kovalam, Kerala with Mark Soworka and Bond Safari means benefiting from two of India's most respected names in dive training and career development.

Why is Mark Soworka the right Course Director to learn from?

Mark’s teaching combines decades of worldwide experience with deep insight into local challenges faced by Indian dive professionals. His mentorship is personal, supportive, and tailored to every candidate, especially helpful if English is not the first language. Mark’s passion and proven success have inspired countless instructors to excel and build global dive careers.

Choosing to do your IDC in Kovalam, Kerala with Platinum Course Director Mark Soworka means training with one of the world’s most experienced and respected instructor trainers. Mark has certified over 10,000 instructor level certifications globally, with more than 2,500 IDC candidates, and has consistently maintained the highest exam pass rates in the industry.

How does Bond Safari enhance my IDC experience?

Bond Safari, a PADI 5-Star IDC Center, leads the way in dive education standards in Kerala. Their dedicated training facilities include modern classrooms, confined water areas, and easy access to ocean sites for specialty and open water dives. Bond Safari’s commitment to safety, skill-building, and holistic development fosters a supportive learning community with consistent mentorship and career guidance.

What are the advantages of the Kerala location?

Kovalam offers year-round diving, a warm and inviting local community, and convenient access via Trivandrum Airport. Training here includes exposure to various underwater environments—from the quarry and pool to challenging ocean sites—giving candidates a well-rounded and adaptable skill set.

Will I get job placement help after the course?

Yes. Both Mark Soworka and Bond Safari provide a strong support network for career placement, with alumni working across India, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. This global network ensures graduates are not only employable but also have pathways to premiere jobs. Taking your IDC in Kovalam with this team sets you up for success—offering top-quality training, continuous support, and truly international diving opportunities. By choosing IDC in Kovalam with Mark Soworka, candidates access world-class training, unmatched support, and the keys to truly global dive careers.

 

includes:

  • PADI IDC Instructor Course
  • PADI Study Materials
  • Taxes

Pre-requisites:

  1. Be at least 18 YEARS OLD
  2. Be certified as a diver for a MINIMUM SIX MONTHS
  3. Have 60 LOGGED DIVES that include experience in night, deep and navigation
  4. Have a MINIMUM 100 LOGGED DIVES before sitting the (IE) Instructor Exam
  5. Be fit for diving and submit a medical statement signed by a physician within the last 12 months
  6. Have proof of CPR and First Aid training within the last 24 months (the PADI EFR course meets this requirement)

Additional PADI Fees (Not Included in the Course Price)
These fees are payable directly to PADI by credit card in AUD and includes GST

  • PADI Instructor Application Fee – AUD$385
  • Instructor Exam (IE) Fee – AUD$1,190
  • EFR Instructor Application Fee – AUD$266

Information

Start Date 14/08/2025
End Date 29/08/2025
Price 198,240INR
Location KOVALAM, India
Attachments PADI-Diver-Medical-Form-2025.pdf
enrollment-form.pdf
kovalam-IDC-info.pdf

Our Team

Mark Soworka

PADI PLATINUM CD

Adarsh Dileep

Staff Instructor

Our Partners

Bond Safari

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