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Become a PADI Instructor in Phuket
Small-group PADI IDC and Tec training in Phuket, taught personally by Course Director André Turcotte. Maximum six candidates per class.
Diving since 1992 · PADI Instructor since 2010 · PADI Elite Instructor
Course Director · 22 specialties including Tec Trimix · Maximum 6 per IDC
Next IDC: November 30–December 11, 2026 · Instructor Exam December 12–13
After that: January 4–15, 2027 · Instructor Exam January 16–17
I'm Andre Turcotte,
a PADI Course Director based in Phuket. I took my first dive in 1992 and have taught full time since 2010, starting on Koh Tao. When I run an IDC, it has my full focus. My aim is not only to get you through the exam but to make you an instructor people trust.
IDC candidates in Phuket going for an inwater workshops
PADI PRO Courses
Take the Instructor Development Course (IDC) in 12 days, with mock exams all week and coaching in and out of the water. Then continue to MSDT, Staff Instructor, Master Instructor and CDTC prep.
TECHNICAL DIVING (TEC REC)
Learn decompression diving from an instructor who teaches Tec Trimix. Choose Tec 40, 45 or 50 with Trimix options, or Tec Sidemount.
What divers say about training with andre
Brendan Mitchell
PADI Tec 40, 45, 50.
“I had an amazing experience learning Tec 40, 45, 50 with André. The instructor is knowledgeable, professional and patient. I felt safe and confident throughout the course.”
Ana Popadic
PADI IDC
“I highly recommend André for anyone looking to become a PADI instructor or improve their diving skills. He is friendly and professional, and the facilities are top-notch.”
Jacob McCulloch
DM, IDC, MSDT
“I've been diving with André for years and I can't imagine going anywhere else. The team is like family and the diving is always amazing.”
Not sure which course fits?Tell me where you are in your diving and I’ll suggest the right next step.
Diving is about more than skills — it’s about sharing unforgettable moments.
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