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  After completing my Divemasters, becoming an instructor was all I wanted. Through the diving community, it was talked and well known that Holly was the go-to Course Director. Upon arriving... read more for my IDC, it was apparent that everything I had heard was true.

Holly's approach is to show you exactly why you started diving and feed your passion through your teaching. The course is conducted in a professional structure, with the ability for individual support if required. The island offers a great teaching location with different diving conditions, but the luxury of that tropical warm climate/water (makes coming from Sydney, Australia extremely easy).

Unfortunately, I was not able to teach after my course. However, there is more than ample opportunity to continue with Holly and the team at Blue Marlin.

If this was a yearly requirement, I would travel again and again back to Gili for Holly.

  As a candidate within English is my second language i had no issues at all to completely all courses, training and exam, great team they have, friendly and passionate people,... read more i had really good time durung the IDC and now i living the life i've...More

  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!!

  IDC with Holly - I did my idc with Holly. My experience was incredible. It was like a full of zero to hero experience, obviously after finishing my course, was actually feeling as... read more if i am hero.
Well, there was a lot of time during my course. When i was feeling very low. Many ups and downs during my theory and skill sessions. But she made its sure, made me calm, taught me in a best possible way. Just loved it. This is for sure a reason why Holly is being called as "The Best".
Highly recommendable and i must say you dont need to think much. Just choose holly blindfolded if you are seeking for your IDC. Now, i am working as an instructor. Career changing experience it was. She is the reason i am what i am just coz of her.

  Great experience taking IDC with guru Holly Great class as always, Holly has great knack for explaining think. Holly always does an amazing job, I love the way how clearly... read more she explains think, and she unending willingness to answer question. Also justin help me alot during the IDC you guys the best

  I did my Instructor Development Course with Holly in April 2019. Holly is a lovely person who never stops smiling and is always on hand to help out with any... read more problem that arises. Her passion for diving, extensive knowledge and diving experiences shine through is whatever she is teaching. Also a big thanks to Ed and Dan, the assisting staff instructors during our course. They are a great team and work hard to give you the best experience possible.
Throughout the course I felt well prepared thanks to its vigarous structure and Hollys organization. I had enough time to perfect every skill at my own pace and even enough time for additional practice if needed. All the theory and pool sessions were designed so that each individual in the group could get the best out of it.
Trawangan Dive provides amazing facilities, a comfy atmosphere and everything you need to feel relaxed during your course.

A big thanks to Holly, Ed and Dan for guiding me on my way to become a dive instructor. Could not have chosen any better place or better people! More

  I was part of the Feb 2020 IDC with Holly and I can say it was definitely one of my best decisions in life. We were a big group, 18... read more in total, so I was a bit concerned how that was gonna play out, but it end up being really good. Holly is an excellent CD and teacher. Everything I was worrying about regarding theory, once she started her theory classes, everything came together. During training even being such a huge group, we had all the support with Ed and Justin helping out as staff instructor. It was a very pleasant experience and I feel I learnt a great deal during those 18 days of IDC! 100% recommend doing your IDC with HOLLY!

  Blue Marlin Gili IDC with Holly MacLeod was a great place to complete my scuba instructor course. The location is stunning and accessible. It is beach front which allows... read more a great area to hang out, study and to get in the water for a dive. The course itself is set up to allow you all the time to learn the material, practice and have the help you need. Holly is always around to help out with any questions you may have. The course may be a bit longer than some other IDC, but nothing feels rushed. The days are scheduled so that you have a lesson and then enough time to get work done afterwards. It is also a perfect excuse to hang out on Gili T for longer. If you are considering- don't hesitate!

  Did my IDC in September with Holly and i couldn't have asked for a better course director !! She's everything you need and want to become an awesome instructor !... read more Patient, knowledgeable,very enthusiastic, she will always take time to make yourself more confident about the course and overtake your fears.
She loves what she's doing and spread this feeling everywhere !!
Don't miss out the chance to do your idc with Holly if you want what's best for you !!