TDI ADVANCED NITROX & DECO PROCEDURES INSTRUCTOR
TEACH TECHNICAL DIVING
You remember what it felt like – that first decompression dive, the careful planning, the satisfaction of executing it well. Now you can give that experience to others.
The TDI Advanced Nitrox and Decompression Procedures Instructor course is where your technical diving journey becomes a teaching career. These are the foundational courses that open the door to deeper exploration – and you’ll learn to deliver them with confidence.
- Advanced Nitrox Instructor rating
- Decompression Procedures Instructor rating
- 4-6 days of focused training
- Both certifications in one course
REAL STUDENTS, REAL EXPERIENCE
Here’s what makes training with us different: we schedule your instructor course around real student courses whenever possible.
That means you’re not just role-playing with other candidates – you’re team teaching actual students under instructor trainer supervision. You’ll see how real students respond, handle real questions, and solve real problems. It’s the kind of experience that builds genuine confidence.
We’ll work with you on timing to make this happen.
- Team teaching with real students
- Not just role-play scenarios
- Instructor trainer supervision
- Build real-world confidence
PHP 75,000
Your complete ANDP Instructor package – both ratings, all materials, certification processing included.
What you’ll be qualified to teach:
Advanced Nitrox: Use of EAN 21-100 to 40m/130ft for dives not requiring staged decompression.
Decompression Procedures: Planned staged decompression diving to 45m using nitrox and oxygen.
- Both instructor ratings
- Course materials included
- Certification processing
- 4-6 days training
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
You’ll need solid technical diving and teaching experience before starting the instructor course. The prerequisites ensure you have the foundation to teach these courses confidently:
TDI Advanced Nitrox and Decompression Procedures diver certifications (or equivalent). Teaching experience with at least 10 nitrox students certified. Plenty of logged dives including actual decompression diving experience.
Not sure if you’re ready? Get in touch and we’ll talk through your experience.
- TDI AN and Deco Diver certs
- 100-150+ logged dives
- Actual deco diving experience
- 10+ nitrox students certified
WHY TRAIN IN ANILAO
The Verde Island Passage gives you everything you need for technical instructor training – deep walls, varied terrain, and consistent year-round conditions.
But more importantly, Blue Ribbon is an active dive centre. We regularly run ANDP student courses, which means real opportunities for you to team teach during your instructor training. That’s experience you simply can’t get at a facility that only runs instructor courses.
GET IN TOUCH
Jonathan Venn
Jon is the founder of Blue Ribbon Dive Resort in Anilao, Batangas, established in 2010. With over two decades of diving experience, he specializes in technical diving instruction and professional-level SDI/TDI courses.
A passionate explorer and dive educator, Jon is known for discovering new dive sites around Anilao and beyond. He enjoys deep-water exploration and the challenge of spotting elusive pelagic species rarely seen by recreational divers. Whether teaching advanced courses or leading technical expeditions, Jon’s focus is always on safety, precision, and adventure beneath the surface.
Ronel "Dang" Federico
Ronel, known to most as Dang, began his diving journey at Blue Ribbon Dive Resort and earned his Divemaster certification in 2016. With years of experience guiding both recreational and macro photographers around Anilao’s famous dive sites, Dang has developed a reputation for his incredible eagle eyes — spotting the tiniest frogfish, pygmy seahorses, and nudibranchs that others might miss.
In 2022, he became a certified SDI Instructor, sharing his deep knowledge and passion for marine life with new divers. Whether leading fun dives or teaching students, Dang’s calm, friendly nature and unmatched spotting skills make every dive both educational and unforgettable.
Jeff Zapata
Jeff has been part of the Blue Ribbon Dive Resort family since the early days, starting his professional journey as a Divemaster in 2011. With over a decade of experience exploring the reefs and slopes of Anilao, Jeff is renowned for his sharp spotting skills and calm, confident guidance underwater.
In 2023, Jeff achieved his Instructor certification, expanding his passion for diving into teaching. Known for his patience and detailed approach, he loves helping divers improve their skills while introducing them to Anilao’s incredible macro marine life — from colourful nudibranchs to rare frogfish. Whether guiding or teaching, Jeff ensures every dive is safe, relaxed, and full of discoveries.