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Dive Desk & Maldivian Academy of Diving

“I did my IDC from MAD — and it was maaaad! The quality of instruction, the course, the team… chef’s kiss.100/10 would recommend. You guys have my whole heart.” Some journeys change your career. Others change who you are underwater. For Malavika Ananth , the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) at Maldivian Academy of Diving (MAD)  in Himmafushi, Maldives was not just about earning a certification — it was about earning her place in the ocean through training, discipli

In 2025, the Maldivian Academy of Diving received the Gold PADI Instructor Development Center status, marking another milestone in its journey of excellence.

In 2025, Adam Ashraf was recognized with Gold PADI Course Director status, continuing his legacy of excellence in dive education.

The Maldivian Academy of Diving achieved Platinum PADI status in 2024, establishing itself as the only Platinum Instructor Development Center in the Maldives.

In 2024, Adam Ashraf earned Platinum PADI Course Director status for the second year in a row, making him the only Maldivian to achieve this distinction.

In 2023, Adam Ashraf earned Platinum PADI Course Director status in just six months, showcasing his dedication and impact on dive education in the Maldives.