Diving Instructor Training at Elite Scuba in San Diego
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable swimming and have basic physical fitness.
Overview
Get trained as a dive instructor in the stunning waters of San Diego with Elite Scuba’s immersive SDI Assistant Instructor Course. Develop your teaching skills alongside real marine encounters.
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR COURSE SDI
Ages 18+ • 5 Days (8 hours per day)
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About This Adventure
The SDI Assistant Instructor Course offers an immersive 5-day experience for aspiring dive instructors. Participants gain hands-on teaching skills, create lesson plans, and present academic content under expert guidance. Graduates can teach various SDI courses, enhancing their diving credentials and preparing them for advanced instructor roles in the diving community.
Gain experience teaching
Duration
5 Days 8 Hours per Day
About
The SDI Assistant Instructor Course is designed to build on the SDI Divemaster Program by gaining practical teaching experience, learning to prepare lesson plans, and give academic presentations. You will work with an instructor to gain experience teaching before moving on to the SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor level. Once you complete the Specialty Instructor training with a qualified SDI Instructor Trainer, you can become qualified to teach several SDI Specialty Diver courses.
What’s in it for you?
Upon successful completion of this course, graduates may:
- Teach and certify students in the SDI Snorkeling Course
- Conduct the SDI Inactive Diver/Refresher Course
- Conduct the knowledge quest review in the SDI Open Water Scuba Diver course under the guidance of an active SDI Instructor
- Assist an active SDI Instructor during approved diving courses, provided the activities are similar to the graduate’s prior training.
- Supervise and conduct dives for certified divers, provided the activities are similar to the graduate’s prior training.
- Teach approved specialties after receiving instructor training in those specialties.
Course prerequisites
- Minimum age 18
- Certified SDI Divemaster or equivalent
- Provide proof of current CPR, first aid and oxygen provider
- Provide proof of at least 60 logged dives or 50 logged dives and 25 hours underwater accumulated time.
- Possess the minimum instructional equipment, as defined in leadership course standards, section two of this manual.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early for Gear Check
Ensure your equipment is set up properly before diving to maximize safety and comfort.
Practice Open Water Skills
Spend extra time refining buoyancy and descending techniques in shallow waters.
Review Course Materials
Familiarize yourself with the SDI standards and lesson plans prior to class.
Stay Hydrated and Rested
Proper hydration and rest will keep you alert during intensive training days.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea Lions
- Giant Nudibranchs
History
San Diego has a rich maritime history and became a hub for diving education due to its diverse marine environments.
Conservation
Elite Scuba emphasizes sustainable diving practices to protect local ecosystems and support marine preservation efforts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in varying water temperatures and is essential for comfort.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Mask and Snorkel
Allows clear vision and easy breathing during confined water sessions.
Dive Computer
Provides crucial information on depth and dive time for safe training.
Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)
Useful for signaling your position during open water exercises.