PADI Instructor Development Course

PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) – Teach the Next Generation of Divers

The PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor Course is your gateway to a fulfilling and adventurous career in the diving industry. As an OWSI, you’ll be qualified to teach all PADI core courses—from Discover Scuba Diving to Divemaster—and help others begin their own journey into the underwater world.

Why Train at The Diving Academy?
With top-tier facilities and expert instructors in Reading, Swindon, Oxford, and Bristol, The Diving Academy provides a dynamic and supportive environment for instructor development. Our hands-on, experience-driven training helps you master instructional techniques, build confidence, and refine your understanding of dive theory and standards. We focus on developing well-rounded instructors who are ready to thrive in real-world teaching scenarios.

What the Course Includes

• Classroom sessions and interactive presentations

• Confined water teaching skills and demonstration practice

• Open water teaching sessions and student management

• In-depth understanding of PADI standards and teaching techniques

• Preparation for the Instructor Examination (IE)

• How to conduct all PADI core courses and selected specialties

• Guidance on dive center operations and career development

Course Prerequisites

• Certified PADI Divemaster or Assistant Instructor

• Minimum of 100 logged dives

• At least 18 years old

• EFR Primary and Secondary Care certification within the past 24 months

• Medical clearance for diving signed by a physician within 12 months

Who Should Join

• Divemasters ready to take the leap into professional instruction

• Assistant Instructors looking to expand their teaching credentials

• Experienced divers aiming to turn scuba into a full-time or part-time career

• Anyone passionate about teaching, ocean conservation, and working in global diving destinations

Empower and Inspire as a Certified PADI Instructor
Becoming a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor is more than a certification—it’s a lifestyle change. At The Diving Academy, we provide the knowledge, support, and mentorship you need to succeed. Whether you want to teach locally in the UK or travel the world as a dive pro, the OWSI course will prepare you to lead, teach, and change lives through diving.