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Doing my IDC with Holly MacLeod was a great experience. Do not expect a boring and ordinary class where you are taught how to pass the instructor exam, because... read more there is much more! The schedule is busy but there is always time to catch up....More


February 23, 2019
I did a thorough research in selecting my IDC. I narrowed my selections to Bali & Gili and contacted a couple of Course Directors. From her first response Holly demonstrated... read more that she is someone who'd invest in each individual. She made sure I obtained information...More


November 26, 2018
Can't recommend enough this fantastic IDC course. It completely changed my life and Holly and her team helped me achieve my dream. I was scared of struggling since English is... read more not my first language but Holly took all the time I needed to make sure I was 100% ready. She goes above and beyond for her students and her positive energy is highly contagious. Not only does she make sure you pass the exam but she helps you do it in the best conditions and teaches you everything so you can become a great instructor.
You will finish your course with the feeling you now have a little family on the Gili's and with memories you will treasure for the rest of your life.

December 14, 2021
I found Holly on a google search - she had by far the best reviews and Im so glad I chose Gili IDC. From the first communication with her... read more I knew she was the perfect choice. Holly makes this course approachable and fun because that...More

October 29, 2019
There are over 100 reviews of Holly' Macleod's IDC on Tripadvisor and there's a reason they all say the same thing. I did my IDC with Holly in June 2018,... read more and it was an awesome and fun experience which left me in no doubt that...More


November 23, 2018
Can't even begin to explain what a fantastic experience it was. Doing my IDC with Holly along with Justin, Doug, Caroline and of course Ed acting as excellent mentors was... read more simply unreal. Very professional and thoughtful staff, great facilities and an exciting environment. Our

January 1, 2020
How can one express a review in a few words... Suffice to say Holly's the best in every sense. She knows diving & the science behind diving, she knows how... read more to teach, she knows what PADI wants Instructors to know. All this on a platform of positivity and a lovely smile. I was in a batch which was unfortunate (or fortunate) to have one the longest IDC thanks to the COVID 19 Pandemic. Justin and Holly's commitment all through was commendable and will also me remembered. Justin's contribution on the prep exams and suggestions under water really helps your prepare with confidence for the D Day Don't think too much if you want to do an IDC and become an Instructor. Just write to her and join her next batch, …

September 1, 2020
If you are the one who want to know everything about diving. If you are the one who want to have a good attitude scuba diving instructor.I strongly recommend you... read more to join the IDC course in Gili T with Holly=] She is the CD who won't reject any questions that you ask and solve with you. I am sure you won't regret to finish courses with Holly!!

September 5, 2020
idc - Honestly cannot imagine a better experience! I came to Gili expecting the best because of everything I’ve heard about Holly’s IDC, but I walked away with even more.The program was... read more more than I imagined, I felt so prepared for my IE! The whole experience was phenomenal and I cannot recommend another place more. From the caliber of teaching to the atmosphere around the shop, it is a program that is unparalleled in any other place I have seen.

December 11, 2022