Instructor & Divemaster Testimonials
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I completed my Instructor Development Course with Cortez Expeditions. I visited previously to check out the area and dive operation, and immediately fell in love. The Sea of Cortez is abundant with amazing wildlife such as sea lions, mobula rays, gray whales, whale sharks, and more. Not only was it the amazing marine life that captured me, but the people who helped me have these unforgettable experiences. Luke Inman helped me with my instructor course. His humor, knowledge, and patience reflect that of a world renowned Course Director. Not only is he known worldwide for his exceptional dive career but also as a photographer. I felt like i learned more than just the required curriculum.
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I was a divemaster student at Cortez in April 2018. Afelandra and Luke are great people, and really care about the ocean. They also care about your training and conduct as a diver. The training I received, although unorthodox (in my opinion), was unique to my personality and diving ability. It made me a stronger, more confident diver, as well as person. Diving in the Sea of Cortez is an incredible experience, and I would highly recommend for any level of diver.
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I was able to complete my PADI development course during a two week period with course director Luke, and it was brilliant. His history and passion for diving shines through in his teaching. I have to go back, not only to see these amazing human beings again but to further my technical diving when the water is going to be crystal clear! A personal golden star badge from me also due to their awareness of plastic consumption, making sure no single use plastic entered the boat! Brilliant all round. Oh and the dogs and cats are fabulous too.
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I also did my Assistant Instructor and OWSI IDC/IE with Cortez Expeditions, which was an awesome experience as well as loads of fun! I felt completely prepared for my IE after the IDC with Luke - he went above and beyond the minimum requirements, scheduling extra days to ensure that all areas were covered and to help my fellow candidates work on areas of skill/knowledge that needed extra attention. All candidates passed their IE, making a 100% success rate for the course. I couldn't be happier with my decision to do my IDC with Cortez Expeditions, I had a rigorous time training, but with plenty of laughs and good memories!
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I did my rescue diver, PADI Divemaster and many diving trips with them. Not only did they make it a great learning experience, but they also ALWAYS made it a fun, SAFE and unforgettable. From playing with sea lions and diving incredible reefs, to jumping in with the dolphins and enjoying a great snorkel!!!!! Having SCUBA in many different places around Mexico and the world I can tell you they are my number one choice, when it comes to service, professionalism and friendship!!!!!!!! 
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I took my Rescue diver, Divemaster and recently Instructor training with Luke and Afe. Throughout this time I have gotten to know them well. They have always been professional, fun and amazing divers and people who are willing to go the extra mile for their students and clients. In Cortez Expeditions I can assure an experience like no other in La Paz in terms of personal attention, safety, equipment and fun.
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What an amazing place to learn how to be an instructor. The crew of teachers are very helpful, knowledgeable and create an overall fun environment to learn. The facility is very clean and comfortable, not to mention there are 5 sweet emotional support dogs and two cats to calm your nerves between lessons. While taking the course we got the opportunity to meet so many amazing people from all over the world. Luke the course director, Frank, and Afe taught the course in both English and Spanish which was a very cool and unique experience.
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