Marcel van den Berg

Dive smarter with PADI Platinum Course Director Marcel van den Berg. Get exam-ready tutorials for PADI Divemaster & IDC candidates, plus buoyancy, navigation & gear-care tips every diver can use.

Why Subscribe?
• Skill demos filmed in crystal-clear Koh Tao, Thailand
• Study guides & quiz walk-throughs to boost exam scores
• Career tips to help you land a dive job anywhere
• Real-world theory & rescue scenarios for all levels

With 20+ years of experience and 10,000+ divers trained, Marcel delivers standards-correct, career-focused scuba instruction. Whether you're just starting Open Water or preparing for your Instructor Exam, you'll find tools to dive safer and with more confidence.

Resources & Courses:
🌐 idckohtaothailand.com
🌐 saireecottagediving.com/padi-idc-course-koh-tao
🌐 scubadivingtips.net

Instagram: @marcel.coursedirector
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Marcel van den Berg

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6 days ago | [YT] | 12

Marcel van den Berg

After years of teaching divers… I finally put this together 🤩
marcelvandenberg.store/products/ultimate-scuba-div…

Over the years, I’ve been very fortunate to work with so many divers — from complete beginners to Divemaster and Instructor level.

And one thing I kept noticing was this:
Some divers don’t struggle because they’re doing something wrong…

They just haven’t had certain things explained in a simple, practical way yet.

Things like:

● buoyancy
● air consumption
● equalizing
● confidence underwater

So over time, I started writing things down — the tips, explanations, and techniques I use every day when teaching.


That slowly turned into something much bigger.
Today, I’m really excited to share:

“Ultimate Scuba Diving Tips – The Complete Guide for Recreational Divers”

It’s a collection of practical tips designed to help divers feel:

● more relaxed
● more confident
● and more in control underwater

No complicated theory — just simple, useful advice you can actually apply on your next dive.

If you’re interested, you can check it out here:

marcelvandenberg.store/products/ultimate-scuba-div…

🎉 Launch offer: 20% off with code DIVEBETTER20

Either way — I just want to say thanks to this community as well.

A lot of the inspiration for this came from conversations, questions, and experiences shared over the years in the scuba diving industry.


If you have any questions about diving, happy to help as always

See you underwater 🤿

— Marcel

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Marcel van den Berg

🚨 Struggling with air consumption while diving?

You're not alone — and the good news is, it’s fixable.

I’ve created a FREE guide to help you:
✔ Improve your breathing underwater
✔ Stay longer on your dives
✔ Feel more relaxed and in control

Designed from my experience as a PADI Platinum Course Director.

👉 Download it here:
marcel-van-den-berg.kit.com/air-consumption-guide

Let me know in the comments:
Do you feel like you use too much air when diving? 👇

1 month ago | [YT] | 2

Marcel van den Berg

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PADI Asia Pacific is giving YOU the chance to save big and kick-start your dive career:

✅ Completed your Divemaster after 1 Aug 2025? Your PADI Instructor Application Fee (AUD $350) is FREE.
✅ Certify 15 students before 31 Dec 2025 and receive a AUD $500 bonus directly from PADI.
✅ Depending on your IDC month, your 2026 PADI Membership Fee may also be covered.

👉 Learn more & secure your place: www.saireecottagediving.com/padi-idc-course-koh-ta…

📩 Message me directly or email me: gopro@sairecottagediving.com for more details and how to qualify for these limited-time offers.

IDC's start on: 6 October, 10 November and 1 December 2025

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Marcel van den Berg

“Catch all the action—follow us for updates, smiles, and the fun we’re having!” 😎

1 year ago (edited) | [YT] | 3

Marcel van den Berg

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They even offer a combo plan that includes travel insurance, so you’re covered both underwater and on land. 🐠✈️

1 year ago | [YT] | 2

Marcel van den Berg

We Go Professional 🤩🤿🔝

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More Info 📩 gopro@saireecottagediving.com

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Marcel van den Berg

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1 year ago | [YT] | 0

Marcel van den Berg

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