Eco Divemaster Course
Are you looking to get more out of your divemaster course? Then the eco divemaster program is the perfect fit for you. You receive the high quality divemaster training Gili Divers is known for, and you become an eco diver by adding marine conservation training taught by our in house environmental scientist, Bethany.
What to expect
Our eco divemaster program is the ultimate combination of conservation and professional training, and the best thing is; it can be done simultaneously. This means you can apply your knowledge right away on the next dive.
This course is ideal for those who want to advance their diving career, as it is a stepping stone into exciting opportunities in the recreational dive industry, scientific research diving or commercial dive training. For marine biology- and environmental science students, this program is the perfect place to put your knowledge into practise.
What sets the Gili Divers Eco Divemaster program apart
Finding the balance between an exceptional Divemaster internship and an extraordinary conservation program can be challenging, but we dare to say our course is exactly that. And let’s not forget a lot of fun and making friends for life, because this place will become a second home to you.
Head of our Eco Dive department is Bethany, whose knowledge and enthusiasm will even convert the biggest climate change denier into an eco-warrior. On a typical course day (see the example schedule below) she will take you out on a Coral Gardening dive in the morning, followed by a theory lecture about different species of coral. In the afternoon you get pared up with one of the other instructors and help out on a try scuba or open water course.
Because that will make all the difference, the real students you will be helping out with. In Gili Divers there are plenty of courses to assist and plenty of fundives to guide; real hands-on experience, no role play. A great opportunity to share your passion with other divers and create more ocean enthusiasts. During the eco divemaster internship, you will gain seven certifications, this includes the Ocean Quest Coral Propagation course.
What is included in the Eco Divemaster Internship
- The Gili Divers Divemaster course
- Ocean Quest Coral Propagation
- Shark Ecology certification
- Turtle Ecology certification
- Marine Ecology certification
- Coral Identification certification
- Fish Identification certification
- Coral gardening
- Reef data collection
- Weekly conservation lectures
- Reef clean-ups
- Beach clean-ups
- Gili Eco Trust Re-Cycle tour
Example schedule
Monday
09.00 - Reef Gardening dive
11.30 - Assist Try Scuba divers in the pool
14.30 - Assist Try Scuba diver in the ocean
17.00 - Dive equipment lecture in classroom
Tuesday
09.00 - Assist Advanced Course in the ocean
11.30 - Assist Advanced Course in the ocean
14.30 - Shark Ecology Lecture in classroom
Wednesday
09.00 - Assist Advanced Course in the ocean
11.30 - Assist Advanced Course in the ocean
18.00 - Assist Advanced Course on a night dive
Thursday
09.00 - Shark Ecology dive
11.30 - Coral identification lecture
14.30 - Coral identification dive
Friday
09.00 - Skill Circuit in swimming pool
11.30 - Reef clean-up dive
17.00 - Gili Friday Beach Clean-Up
Saturday
09.00 - Sleep, breakfast on the beach, or whatever else you would like to do on your day off
Sunday
09.00 - Practice pre-dive briefing with mentor
11.30 - Guide certified fun divers in the ocean
14.30 - Guide certified fun divers in the ocean
February
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
March
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
April
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
June
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
July
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
August
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
August
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
September
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
October
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
November
- Preparation - 4th-5th
- ITC - 6th-15th
- IE - 18th-19th
Eco Divemaster Course
Meet Bethany
Bethany became an Ocean Quest Coral Propagation trainer, teaching scuba divers how to propagate and manage coral nurseries to preserve this fragile ecosystem for years to come! Climbing the SSI Pathway, Bethany is now an SSI Ecology speciality Instructor, teaching Marine Ecology, Fish identification, coral identification, turtle ecology, shark ecology and Invertebrate ecology.
With a huge passion for marine life and environmental sustainability, Bethany is on a mission to educate scuba divers on the complexity and importance of marine animals and their ecosystems.
Meet Sergi
Meet our Instructor Trainer Sergi, the person in charge of our Professional Department, the largest in Indonesia.
Originally from Barcelona, Sergi left a career in Engineering to explore the world and its wonders. It didn’t take long for Sergi to fall in love with scuba diving and pursue it professionally.
Sergi started his professional diving career in Koh Tao, where he gained invaluable experience as an Instructor and Dive Centre Manager, for one of the largest SSI dive centers in South East Asia, before joining our team at Gili Divers.
After years of teaching and certifying over 1,000 students, he decided to share that experience and help shape the next generation of instructors. Besides his leadership in our professional programs, Sergi is also a Technical Diving Instructor.
His attention to detail and pursuit of excellence have become key in the successful training of his students. He is extremely passionate and possibly one of the most patient and calmest instructors out there, making sure you will retain the theory, gain the skills and grow the confidence needed to be a successful instructor, as well as, excell at your Instructor Evaluation. Sergi speaks fluent English, Spanish and Catalan.
Why dive with us?
A Friendly & Certified Team
Our team of certified instructors and guides is passionate about marine conservation and sharing the wonders of the Gili Islands Marine Park with you.
Tailored Courses for Every Level
From beginner courses to professional programs, we tailor each experience to your skill level and interests.
Dive in Comfort & Safety
Our state-of-the-art equipment and well-maintained boats ensure comfort and reliability throughout your dive.
Prime beach front location
Our prime beachfront location offers direct and easy access to dive sites around the Gili Islands.
What is Tech Diving?
Beyond its technical aspects, technical diving is an adventure that unlocks access to rare and uncharted sites, offering an unparalleled experience for marine discovery enthusiasts and those seeking personal challenges.
Why Choose Technical Diving?
Meet Clem, our Technical Diving Instructor
From there, she expanded her teaching range with numerous specialties, alongside regularly leading fun and challenging technical dives. Over the years, she has gained invaluable experience teaching and diving in a wide variety of environments; from the cold, murky waters of the English Channel to the deep wrecks of the Maltese islands, and the vibrant marine life of Oman.
She joined Gili Divers in 2021 where she has taken on the task of growing a dedicated technical diving department. With a focus on personalised training, her main drive is always to create a safe and supportive teaching environment to encourage all divers to progress toward pushing their limits.
With a strong passion for deep diving and mentoring, she aims to empower students by giving them the confidence to achieve their diving goals. As a JJ-CCR Mod2 Mixed Gas diver, she enjoys exploring deep reefs and has a special love for historical wrecks.
The divemaster program is overseen by our Divemaster instructor Leanne, she makes sure everyone gets the maximum out of their training. The Eco courses are in the hands of Bethany, whose passion for the environment and marine life are dangerously infectious.
The Eco Divemaster program is run all year round, so you can step in when ever is most convenient for you.
Minimum six weeks is needed to become a competent Eco Divemaster, but our program does not have a maximum time so you can take as much time as needed.
Unlimited dives are included in the course.
Yes, the practical adaptations of the course are valuable for everyone. Having a degree in the field will mean you can adapt your knowledge to the local environment.
