About Mikez

The Instructor Behind The Dive

Hi! I'm Michael, also known as Mikez. I have been diving and teaching SCUBA Diving across Indonesia since 2021, from the beginner-friendly reefs of Gili Trawangan to the last underwater paradise of Raja Ampat. I started DWM because I believe every diver deserves a training instructor who prioritises learning progression and mastery over a rushed passing grade.
PADI Certified Instructor · English · Bahasa · Mandarin
My Story

My Teaching Approach

I completed my Divemaster training in Gili Trawangan and spent the season teaching international students from Open Water all the way through to Divemaster. What I kept observing was that rushed training produced certified divers who still needed constant supervision on fun dives. The certification card was ahead of the confidence and muscle memory.
DWM exists to fix that. I teach small groups, move at your pace, and focus on turning diving challenges into genuine confidence. I am not interested in how fast you get certified. I am interested in whether your training translates into real diving habits. I'm talking about buoyancy control, calm problem-solving, and the kind of preparedness that matters when things do not go to plan.
Based in Batam, my scuba diving courses are within reach of students from Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia. I teach in English, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin. Learning to dive is like learning to walk — once the fundamentals are in your muscle memory, you stop thinking about the basics and start actually enjoying the dive.
Qualifications

Training and Certifications

PADI Certifications

Open Water Diver Instructor · Advanced Open Water Instructor · Rescue Diver Instructor · Emergency First Response Instructor · Divemaster Mentor

Field Experience

Seasonal Instructor across Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, and Batam. Taught students from over 15 nationalities. Underwater photography and documentation for dive centers and resorts.

Languages

Full course instruction available in English, Bahasa Indonesia, and Mandarin. Theory, confined water, and open water sessions all conducted in your preferred language.

Have Questions Before You Book?

Classes in Batam fit around your schedule. Weekday evenings, weekends, your pace. One inquiry is all it takes.
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PADI certified Instructor based in Batam, Indonesia. After work-hour courses, available in English, Bahasa, and Mandarin.
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