Get your Instructor Lifestyle on Koh Tao
Why should I get the Lifestyle Package?
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The Instructor Lifestyle Package has got it all covered...
Our “Diving Lifestyle” Instructor Package is going to simplify the process of breaking into the dive instructor industry. Whether you want to take the first step of becoming an Open Water Instructor, or go straight on to being a Divemaster Instuctor these packages will get you there!
With our award-winning Pro Diving packages you will get some of the most experienced Instructors worldwide to be your mentors and guide you to become a mentor yourself.
Our “Diving Lifestyle”-Packages include all of the certifications you will need, from divemaster onwards. When we are training someone to become an instructor we are doing so with the aim of them joining the current instructor team. Therefore by the end of the training we´re looking for you to be at the standard we require. The Lifestyle Package will get you there as long as you are willing to put the effort in!
As well we offer UNLIMITED FREE DIVING FOR LIFE. Experience is key so the more dives you can do the better! As long as you are in professional status with insurance you can come back and dive with us again for FREE! Giving you a place to call home...
Change your lifestyle today and join our Instructor Lifestyle Package.
89,000 - 132,000 THB
The Instructor Lifestyle Package to suit you:
Depending on the level you want to achieve we have a package to suit you. Here are the two options and the rough time estimations:
DIVEMASTER TO OWI
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(89,000 THB)
Intructor Training Course prep days (2 days)
Instructor Training Course (2 weeks)
Instructor Exam (2 days)
Working Internship (10 days)
1 Team Teach (4 days)
DIVEMASTER TO DMI
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(132,000 THB)
Everything for the ITC/IE (3 weeks)
8 Specialty Instructor ratings (2 weeks)
Unlimited team teaching (usually 6 weeks)
Working Internship (10 days)
TURNING YOU INTO A EMPLOYABLE DIVE INSTRUCTOR IS OUR GOAL
The Instructor course is a 2 week program with a set schedule. There is a few different parts to the course that you will need to complete before you head to your Instructor Exam:
Classroom Presentations
Confined Presentations
Open Water Presentations
Stress & Rescue Skills
Skill Circuits
Education System Evaluation
Academic Sessions
The 2025 ITC Schedule:
JANUARY
Prep: 12th-13th
ITC: 15th-27th
IE: 28th-29th
FEBRUARY
Prep: 2nd-3rd
ITC: 5th-17th
IE: 18th-19th
MARCH
Prep: 9th-10th
ITC: 12th-24th
IE: 25th-26th
APRIL
Prep: 13th-14th
ITC: 16th-28th
IE: 29th-30th
MAY
Prep: 13th-14th
ITC: 16th-28th
IE: 29th-30th
JUNE
Prep: 8th-9th
ITC: 11th-23rd
IE: 24th-25th
JULY
Prep: 6th-7th
ITC: 9th-21st
IE: 22th-23rd
AUGUST
Prep: 3rd-4th
ITC: 6th-18th
IE: 19th-20th
SEPTEMBER
Prep: 7th-8th
ITC: 10th-22nd
IE: 23rd-24th
OCTOBER
Prep: 28th-29th (Sept)
ITC: 1st-13th
IE: 14th-15th
NOVEMBER
Prep: 26th-27th (Oct)
ITC: 29th-1oth
IE: 11th-12th
DECEMBER
Prep: 31st-1st
ITC: 3rd-15th
IE: 16th-17th
The Divemaster Instructor training has 2 sides to it: Team teaching and Specialty Instructor Training. The specialty course options are:
Deep Diving
Enriched Air Nitrox
Advanced Wreck Diving
DPV
Perfect Buoyancy
Navigation
Sidemount
Decompression Diving
The time frame for the course is upto you. You can make it intensive or take your time. More detail can be found on the Instructor Course and Divemaster Instructor Training pages about whats involved.
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READ MORE: We are performance based!
The Lifestyle Packages: Personalised and Performance-Based
Tailored to Your Needs:
Our Lifestyle program is customised to your personal goals and schedule. It is performance-based, not time-limited, ensuring you gain the skills and confidence you need at your own pace.
Unlimited Experience:
Unlike others, we offer unlimited dives and team teaching opportunities, helping you become a well-rounded, highly skilled Divemaster Instructor.
Versatile and Adaptable:
With a broad skill set and the ability to teach multiple courses and specialties, you’ll stand out as a valuable asset to any dive centre.
More Than a Course – A Career Investment:
At Crystal Dive, we don’t just certify divers; we create leaders. Our Lifestyle program is your gateway to a rewarding career, preparing you for global opportunities in the dive industry.
Why Settle for Less?
Choose Crystal Dive for the most comprehensive, personalised training program. Graduate as a confident, employable Open Water Instructor or Divemaster Instructor ready to excel in the underwater world.
BIG DISCOUNTS ON PRIVATE ROOMS
Guesthouses:
Most trainees stay in nearby guesthouses offering private rooms with amenities like cable TV, fridge, en-suite bathroom, and Wi-Fi. Prices range from 7,000–14,000 THB per month, depending on size, air-conditioning, and season.
Private Bungalows or Houses:
For a more upscale option, detached bungalows or houses with multiple bedrooms and kitchens are available, priced between 18,000–30,000 THB per month based on size and location.
Support on Arrival:
We’ll show you available options on arrival and help you find something you’re comfortable with. Special requests? Let us know, and we’ll assist!
The Instructor Course Prerequisites:
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Minimum Age
To join our Instructor Course you have to be at least 18 years of age.
Minimum Dives
To join our Instructor Course you need to have 60 logged scuba dives totaling 65 hours. If you don’t have them upon arrival, you can build those up here before officially starting with your training.
Certifications
You will have to be a Divemaster and completed the React Right Course (or equivalent) within 24 months before Course start & certification. Student level Nitrox Specialty training is also needed.
Medical Statement
You need to be medically fit for diving. You will find the Medical Statement for Scuba Diving here to download. To participate in a Pro-Level-Training Course you need this Medical signed by a physician issued within12 months before course start.
INSTRUCTOR LIFESTYLE PACKAGE
Price: 89,000 – 132,000 THB
Duration: 2 week ITC/flexible DMI Training
Minimum age: 18yrs
Prerequisites: Divemaster
Includes:
Unlimited Free Diving!
Everything else you need to become an instructor!
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Looking for a change of Lifestyle or a new career?
Our Instructor-Lifestyle packages offer you all-inclusive training packages from Divemaster to fully qualified Instructor & DMI! As an Instructor you are able to teach divers from Beginners to Divemaster. Adding the Divemaster Instructor (DMI) rating including our unique team-teaching program with unlimited experience options to it will give you the most comprehensive training in the industry & give you the best opportunities for employment in diving worldwide!
With our Instructor Lifestyle Package you will have no extra cost for your training to worry about and it even includes your membership for the first year, so you can start to work and gain experience straight away.
฿89,000 – ฿132,000
Divemaster to Open Water Instructor Lifestyle Package (89,000 THB)
- UNLIMITED FREE DIVING FOR LIFE
- SSI Instructor Course
- 100% pass guarantee
- Discounted Accommodation option for the course duration
- Free Lunch throughout ITC
- SSI Instructor Exam (20,705 THB)
- SSI EANX Specialty Instructor Course & rating
- SSI Spec instructor ratings: Perfect Buoyancy, Marine Ecology, Stress & Rescue, Science of Diving
- Crew pack with SSI Materials (16,000)
- Free Prep course before ITC (3,000 THB)
- Worldwide Personal dedicated dive insurance (5,000 THB)
- 1 free team teach
- Crystal Dive working internship (10,000 THB)
- Diving Medical Examination fee (500 THB)
*Please Note: Candidates with a CPR/First Aid certification, but without O2 Provider qualification will need to complete the O2 Portion of React Right @2,500 THB. Your CPR/First Aid certifications have to be within the last 2 years, else a complete React Right program @5,500 THB is needed to progress.
Divemaster to Divemaster Instructor Lifestyle Package (132,000 THB)
- All of the above and…
- UNLIMIITED TEAM TEACHING
- 8 SSI Instructor Level Specialties**
- Free 2 day Crystal Team Teaching prep program
- SSI Materials (12,700)
- Performance based, Personalised & Tailored Program
- Intro to Divemaster Training & Evalutation
** additional costs apply for specialties, where student level is required (price see right side) for the following Specs.: (Wreck / Nitrox / Search & Recovery / Independent / Sidemount / Decompression Diving)
Instructor Lifestyle Package
Divemaster to Open Water Instructor Lifestyle Package (89,000 THB)
- UNLIMITED FREE DIVING FOR LIFE
- SSI Instructor Course
- 100% pass guarantee
- Discounted Accommodation option for the course duration
- Free Lunch throughout ITC
- SSI Instructor Exam (20,705 THB)
- SSI EANX Specialty Instructor Course & rating
- SSI Spec instructor ratings: Perfect Buoyancy, Marine Ecology, Stress & Rescue, Science of Diving
- Crew pack with SSI Materials (16,000)
- Free Prep course before ITC (3,000 THB)
- Worldwide Personal dedicated dive insurance (5,000 THB)
- 1 free team teach
- Crystal Dive working internship (10,000 THB)
- Diving Medical Examination fee (500 THB)
*Please Note: Candidates with a CPR/First Aid certification, but without O2 Provider qualification will need to complete the O2 Portion of React Right @2,500 THB. Your CPR/First Aid certifications have to be within the last 2 years, else a complete React Right program @5,500 THB is needed to progress.
Divemaster to Divemaster Instructor Lifestyle Package (132,000 THB)
- All of the above and…
- UNLIMIITED TEAM TEACHING
- 8 SSI Instructor Level Specialties**
- Free 2 day Crystal Team Teaching prep program
- SSI Materials (12,700)
- Performance based, Personalised & Tailored Program
- Intro to Divemaster Training & Evalutation
** additional costs apply for specialties, where student level is required (price see right side) for the following Specs.: (Wreck / Nitrox / Search & Recovery / Independent / Sidemount / Decompression Diving)
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I start my Instructor Course any day?
No, the Instructor courses run on a strict schedule to fit around the regular monthly exam dates. However if you decide on attending a course that we have scheduled, we can send you some materials for you to start preparing sith self study.
What is the recommended time needed to go from Divemaster to Divemaster Instructor?
As long as you don´t take any breaks, the ITC and IE will take 3 weeks, then the specialty training and team teaching will take roughly 6 weeks.
What are the rates for accommodation in my Instructor Lifestyle Package?
For your Divemaster Course we offer accommodation in a private AC room (choice of Double or Twin) at a discounted rate. More information here or just contact us directly.
What are the minimum requirements to start my Instructor Course?
The minimum requirements for you to enroll in the Instructor Course are listed here. If you still have questions about specific requirements or an equivalent certification, please contact us directly.
What sort of jobs can I do with my Instructor certification?
The OWI and DMI ratings will let you certify new divers and beyond. However you are not just limited to working in dive schools. Many Instructors work in the yachting industry as well as conservation projects and many more!
Can I Work for Crystal Dive after completing my Instructor Lifestyle Package?
Yes! We constantly have a rotation of staff as many people work for us temporarily. If you decide you would like the chance to join the team, you can do the working internship. This internship is actually included for free with the Instructor Lifestyle Package.
Is it better value to do the Instructor Lifestyle Package?
Yes! As it has none of the additional costs! It will cover absolutly everything you need to get started in the indusrty. Our free diving for life deal is unique, it gives you a home where you can always return for a cheap diving holiday!
Other Questions?
Please check out our general FAQ-Page which will answer most of your questions about Koh Tao, diving, weather conditions and everything else. Anything that cannot be answered there, please just contact us and we get right back to you!
