Professional Courses
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Turn your passion into a Job
Diving doesn’t have to end at fun dives. At Blue Ribbon Dive Resort, we offer a clear, realistic pathway from passionate recreational diver to dive professional — whether your goal is guiding certified divers, teaching new students, or moving into technical diving instruction.
We train Divemasters, Scuba Diving Instructors, and Technical Instructors, focusing on real-world experience, strong in-water skills, and professional development — not just ticking boxes. Our location in Anilao provides year-round diving, varied conditions, and access to one of the most biodiverse marine environments on the planet.
Save on accommodation
Flexible Training: Stay Long-Term or Commute
Becoming a dive professional doesn’t mean you must stay at the resort full-time.
To help manage costs and suit different lifestyles, we offer flexible training options:
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Long-term trainees often choose local accommodation near the resort, significantly reducing living expenses.
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Some candidates prefer to commute from Manila, especially for Instructor or Technical training blocks.
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Training schedules can be adapted to allow candidates to combine courses with work or other commitments.
We’re happy to discuss the best setup for your goals, timeline, and budget.
DO WHAT YOU LOVE...
Divemaster Program
As a Divemaster candidate at Blue Ribbon, you’ll learn to:
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Supervise certified divers
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Assist instructors with student training
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Lead dives responsibly and professionally
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Develop strong situational awareness, buoyancy, and dive management skills
This program emphasizes experience and confidence, with extensive time in the water and real interaction with guests and students.
TEACH WHAT YOU LOVE
SDI INSTRUCTOR
At Blue Ribbon, we don’t train instructors just to pass an exam — we train them to be great instructors.
Focus on real-world teaching skills, not just exam preparation
Strong emphasis on neutral buoyancy instruction
No kneeling — skills taught as they are meant to be dived
Developed through extensive, real teaching experience
Graduate confident, professional, and ready to teach from day one
LEVEL UP YOUR INSTRUCTION
TDI INSTRUCTOR
Our technical instructor pathway is built around real-world teaching, not just theory or simulated scenarios.
Train alongside an Instructor Trainer, co-teaching with real students
Learn by delivering actual courses — the most effective way to develop teaching skills
Strong focus on planning, gas management, and in-water control
Emphasis on clear demonstrations, problem management, and student awareness
Develop the confidence and experience needed to teach technical diving at a high level