After reading about what the Divemaster course is, some of you might be thinking: Damn, that sounds tough, so why should I do it? How will being a DM help me?
We asked the same questions to our existing divemasters at Gill Divers and here’re some of the answers we’ve got!
Why did you want to be a divemaster?
Kat: “To teach/pass down and guide newbies diving techniques and safety rules that i know and learnt.”
Qin En: “I love diving, but what I love even more is sharing the joy of diving with my friends. Every time I bring them to a Discover Scuba or Discover Local Diving, they will always return from the trips wanting to go on the next dive trip (and start their OWD). It’s an incredible feeling to bring someone into another world altogether, and being a DM offers me the opportunity to do so smile emoticon”
Jian Ming: “I wanna become a dm so that I can be more credible when telling my friends about the joy of diving!”
Steph: “I wanted to be a DM to share my diving experiences with fellow/new divers. Also because I remember how mind blown I was when I did my first dive, I wanted to be a part of future fellow divers’ first dive experiences too, and hopefully make it super memorable and kick ass as well.”
Jay: “I want to guide others during the first dive experience, to reduce the fear and panic they might have.”
Zuoying: “Many have asked why I decided to take up the DM course, but why not? Apart from being inspired by dive professionals I came across thus far, I see the DM course as a challenge for myself. I think every divemaster serves different role, and for me, I hope I am the DM which get to help weaker students slowly gain confidence in water.
Being someone who had irrational fear for deep blue, extremely low water confidence and couldn’t swim very well, taking up dive courses was a breakthrough for me, and truthfully it was the best decisions I’ve made for myself.
I still remember I struggled during my very first pool session, then I was being such a liability during my OW course. There were many times I told myself maybe I was never meant to be a diver, maybe I should just stop at OW. Despite being an extremely difficult student, the dive pros I have crossed path with thus far were very encouraging. And, this inspires me. Gradually, I gained more confidence through more dives and with encouragement from people around me, I become more comfortable in water.
And if I could do it, I wish to be in a position to inspire others too. The ones who have irrational fear the deep blue, the ones who find doing mask-clearing challenging, the ones who thought they will never make it – I want to be their DM, tell them my experience and cheer them on because I was in their exact positions slightly more than a year ago.”
How have you grown since taking the divemaster course?
Jian Ming: “Becoming a dm has exposed me to many things that I have never done before. Best of all, it helped a lot in increasing my confidence when doing things that I am not familiar with.”
Steph: “Taking the dm course has helped me become a calmer and more confident person both in my dive and personal/work life.”
Jay: “Personally, my dive techniques have improved, safety management, understanding risk better and planning for contingencies – knowing what are possible cock-ups might arise and how to solve them.”
Zuoying: “I have definitely grown since I signed up for the DM course, gaining valuable knowledge pertaining to diving and assuming the responsibilities of a DM. Apart from dive techniques which I have to constantly take note and improve on, I guess I learnt to be more aware of little details in my surrounding. I’ve learnt to be more empathetic.”
We’ve got a variety of answers, but one thing’s for sure: No one regretted their choice.
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I find it fascinating how the divemasters have grown as individuals since taking the course. It’s clear that this experience has had a profound impact on their confidence and personal growth.
Hi Elaine, thank you for sharing your thoughts! We’re glad to hear that you find the divemasters’ growth fascinating. Indeed, our Divemaster course has a profound impact on individuals, helping them develop confidence and personal growth. If you’re interested in learning more about the course or becoming a Divemaster yourself, feel free to reach out to us at +65 6734 9373 or email us at [email protected].
I love the honesty and vulnerability shown by Zuoying, sharing her own struggles and fears. It’s a great reminder that we all have our own ‘irrational fears’ to overcome.
Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts, Rizal! We’re glad to hear that Zuoying’s honesty and vulnerability resonated with you. At Gill Divers, we believe that it’s okay to share our struggles and fears because it helps us grow not only as divers but also as individuals. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our Divemaster course, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Tel: +65 6734 9373 or Email: [email protected]. We’re always here to help.
I really enjoy reading about people’s motivations for becoming divemasters. It’s inspiring to see how this course can help others grow and share their passion with friends.
Hi May Wong, thank you for sharing your thoughts on our blog post about the motivations behind becoming a divemaster. It’s wonderful to hear that reading about others’ experiences has inspired you! At Gill Divers, we’re passionate about sharing the joy of diving with like-minded individuals and helping them grow as divers. Our Divemaster course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to lead dives safely and confidently. We’d be happy to answer any questions you may have or provide more information on how to get started. Please feel free to contact us at +65 6734 9373 or [email protected]. Best regards, Gill Divers team.