At Atlantis you will feel like one of the family. The phrase “Come as a guest… leave as friend” has been coined over recent years by the large number of returning guests and ever growing number of “Atlantis friends” around the world.

The dive team come from a broad spectrum of backgrounds and has an abundance of experience both within the dive industry and from many other fields; knowledge and experience that they will share with you during the week completing an all round experience.

The team is headed up by two in house PADI Course Directors who bring with them a wealth of teaching experience and here to make sure you get the most from your program.

Andy Pope - Course Director Andy is from the UK . He's been a CD since 1998 and involved in many parts of the industry for the last decade – including resort and dive shop management. What started as a ‘two month break' for him turned into a full time occupation and now he is a partner in a multi resort operation. He thoroughly believes in the dive industry as a rewarding career and is happy to share his experience and knowledge during IDCs.

Pedro Magsino - Course Director Pedro is a dive shop helper turned Course Director, and is one of the most fun, energetic and likeable instructors you are likely to meet. He's been a Course Director since 2001 and still teaches and guides seven days a week; his up to date skills, knowledge and experience will be invaluable during your IDC.

Ulrika Kroon - Master Instructor Ulrika joined us in July 2004, after a few years of curious wandering around the world. She's been spotted working as a dive instructor in Australia and in her native Sweden, Ulrika has a background as a magazine editor and journalist; she spent many years working with business journalism before diving took over and has a degree in International Marketing. Her teens were spent in Paris, which is why the fortunate girl speaks fluent French, in addition to English and Swedish.