Date: November 1, 2025

Location: Gili Islands, Indonesia

The 2026 PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) schedule for the Gili Islands has been officially released, providing a full calendar of professional scuba instructor training programs. The IDC continues to serve as a leading platform for dive professionals aiming to progress into instructional roles within the global diving industry.

The programs are conducted under the direct supervision of Platinum PADI Course Director Holly Macleod at Blue Marlin Dive Gili Trawangan — the region’s first established PADI 5 Star IDC Centre. With over 30 years of operational history, Blue Marlin Dive remains a cornerstone of professional diving education in Indonesia.

2026 PADI IDC Gili Islands Schedule:

• January 7–26 (Instructor Exam: Jan 27–28)
• February 11–March 2 (Instructor Exam: Mar 3–4)
• March 18–April 6 (Instructor Exam: Apr 7–8)
• April 22–May 11 (Instructor Exam: May 12–13)
• May 27–June 15 (Instructor Exam: Jun 16–17)
• July 1–20 (Instructor Exam: Jul 21–22)
• August 5–24 (Instructor Exam: Aug 25–26)
• September 9–28 (Instructor Exam: Sept 29–30)
• October 14–November 2 (Instructor Exam: Nov 3–4)
• November 18–December 7 (Instructor Exam: Dec 8–9)

Each PADI IDC session is designed to meet the highest international training standards. The curriculum goes beyond traditional requirements, integrating real-world instructional techniques, situational problem-solving, and professional-level application to ensure instructor candidates are fully prepared for diverse teaching environments.

Course Director Holly Macleod brings more than 23 years of professional diving experience across multiple global destinations and has issued over 3,500 PADI Instructor certifications. Her approach combines extensive field experience with structured educational excellence, contributing to the strong reputation of the PADI IDC Gili Islands program.

The Gili Islands remain one of Indonesia’s most sought-after training destinations, known for their clear waters, vibrant marine life, and established infrastructure for professional diver education. The 2026 schedule highlights continued commitment to quality, safety, and global training consistency within the diving industry.

Contact:

Holly Macleod

Website: www.giliidc.com

Email: holly@giliidc.com