Orpheus Dive | PADI 5 Star IDC & Tec Centre

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OLDEST PADI 5 STAR IDC

Welcome to Orpheus Dive, where 30 years of expertise and passion for diving have made us one of Singapore’s leading and most unique scuba diving centers. We’re all about creating confident, skilled divers through personalized training, small class sizes, and a no-rush approach that puts your learning first. Plus, with our very own dive center in Bali Tulamben, we take your diving journey to the next level—offering world-class training, state-of-the-art equipment, and unforgettable underwater experiences.

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Weekly Bespoke PADI Recreational Courses Available in both Singapore and Bali. Customizable small ratio classes.

GUE Courses Singapore

Find out the next GUE Fundamental Course schedule in Bali, conducted by Gemma Thomas.

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We have a wide range of scuba diving products from Scubapro, XDeep and many other popular brands.

SINGAPORE PREMIUM DIVE CENTRE

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At Orpheus Dive, our mission has always been clear: to build Singapore’s most recognized PADI Dive Centre that puts students at the heart of everything we do. Founded by Lester Kwok, a passionate diver and trailblazer, we’ve spent 30 years shaping the dive community and setting the standard for excellence in training and service.

Today, Orpheus Dive stands as one of Singapore’s largest scuba equipment service centers and a leader in diver training. We go beyond a single teaching method, embracing the best practices from various training philosophies to create well-rounded, confident divers.

As one of the few dive centers operating six days a week, we offer a retail experience built on what our expert instructors trust and recommend. Fully compliant with Singapore Tourism Board regulations, we’re dedicated to delivering safe, professional, and unforgettable diving adventures.

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Looking for a good PADI Dive Centre or a place to learn scuba diving can be quite a daunting experience. With so many dive centres, home-based dive centers and freelancers to choose from, how do you know whether the reviews are accurate and you are choosing the right place for your PADI Scuba Diving Course?

We know what you are feeling.

LIFE AFTER YOUR BASIC TRAINING

Once you’ve been bitten by the scuba diving bug, there’s no cure—you’ll be hooked for life! But don’t worry, we’ve got the perfect remedy for your dive obsession. We’ve rounded up the most popular courses we offer for our “infected” divers. Side effects may include improved buoyancy, better air consumption, and an uncontrollable urge to dive every chance you get! Dive in at your own risk!

PADI COURSE

SIDEMOUNT DIVER

The PADI Sidemount Diver specialty (TR) is formulated by our residents Sidemount Instructors. The program is a 5 days 4 nights, that covers all the essential skills required by PADI Sidemount Specialty and our own unique workshop of different propulsion techniques and PreDive safety checks.

GUE

FUNDAMENTALS

The GUE FUNDAMENTALS course is designed to cultivate the essential skills required for sound diving practice. Conducted by Gemma Thomas, this is a 6 days 5 nights program in Bali Tulamben, focusing on foundational skills, including theory and practical application of buoyancy, trim, teamwork and rescue skills.

PADI COURSE

TEC BASICS

The PADI TECREC BASIC is a gateway for divers wanting to pursue their tec diving journey. It is this level that divers are introducted to diving in doubles and the different propulsion techniques, valve drills and pre-dive safety checks for diving in doubles.

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We did a scuba refresher course with Coral after not diving since 2019 and more than 15 years for my partner. Coral was clear, thorough and yet concise! She was also very helpful with tips pertaining to our destination that we’ll be diving at. We’ll definitely keep Orpheus... Read more

I took my Open Water course with Orpheus over the long weekend and had an amazing first diving experience. As a solo female traveller and a complete beginner, I was initially hesitant, but Orpheus made everything smooth and reassuring. They paired me up with another solo... Read more

It was by chance that I came to know Orpheus Dive. I passed my AOW in Mar 2024, and upon being released into the wild of certified-diver fun diving, realised that I needed further training to dive without uncontrolled ascents (a bad, bad thing). I happened to be having dinner... Read more

If you’re looking for a unique dive trip off the beaten path but still close to Singapore, Coral is the guide for you! We had an unforgettable trip to Manado with her leading the way. What sets Coral apart is her deep knowledge of the dive sites and passion for marine life... Read more

Lester & Coral were very helpful and responsive with enquiries and when we booked the Open Water Referral course, they were very happy to assist with any issues we had with the online learning (of which we had quite a few). Came in to the shop to test some gear & they... Read more

I recently visited Tulamben, Bali, and had the pleasure of diving with Orpheus Dive. My instructor, Matt, was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable and passionate about the environment, which made him different from other instructors I’ve met. Matt listened to my previous... Read more

I highly recommend Orpheus Dive for their professionalism, efficient and accommodating service! I had an incredible time during the stay in Tulamben and enjoyed the course as well as the dives. Very experienced instructors and wholesome locals at Puri Madha Dive Resort. The... Read more

There are dive shops, and then there is Orpheus Dive. If you're considering learning to dive or advancing your skills, look no further. As a diving novice, I knew managing dive risks was crucial. Orpheus exceeded my expectations with their meticulous training, unwavering focus... Read more

Had a great time with Orpheus and Eng Boon as our instructor for our PADI open water cert :). Loved the strong focus on safety throughout the session. Eng Boon made us feel confident and provided a safe space for us to practice our skills and get comfortable in the water at... Read more

Orpheus dive instructors are friendly and great teachers. I thoroughly enjoyed my open water diver course with Orpheus dive. The itinerary was well planned and paced. Not only did I learnt the skills required, I managed to be up close with corals and marine life. To top it off... Read more

I did my Open Water Cert with Tina as my instructor! She was extremely clear when teaching and demonstrating, incredibly calm and encouraging, very knowledgeable, and I really enjoyed myself so much :) I love the 1:2 instructor to student ratio, it gave me so much reassurance... Read more

I recently had the pleasure of diving with Orpheus Dive, and the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment I contacted them to inquire about their services, the staff was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable, and eager to help. The dive center itself is... Read more

I've had the chance to dive with Orpheus locally in Singapore, on a trip to Sipadan and for specialty training in Bali. All experiences were top-notch. The team is very professional, passionate and friendly. Coral in particular is a great instructor, providing personalized... Read more

I love the water but was always afraid to go in it, Orpheus Dive helped me overcome the fear. I had Matt as my dive instructor and did the course in Bali. Matt was really good and vigilant. Every step I felt safe with him as my instructor, looking out for me. It also helped... Read more

Did my open water certificate in Tulamben, Bali. We had a positive time with Derek who is our instructor. All the objectives and skills were taught in great details. Great visibility and beautiful dive sites over there. The land journey was quite long from the airport but we... Read more

I just came back from scuba diving from Orpheus Dive instructor Derek in Bali at Tulamben Coral Garden. Overall it was a fuss free and great expereince in being taught by the instructor from Orpheus Dive. They conducted the lesson in safe & professional manner, I had full... Read more

I took my PADI Open Water certification with Orpheus and Coral as my instructor. The team were very enthusiastic and professional throughout the course. At no point did I feel that the quality or safety of the program was compromised for any reason. Coral specifically was very... Read more

I signed up with Orpheus to take the Open Water Diver Course at Tulamben Bali in May 2024. A buddy who was a senior dive instructor and familiar with the dive schools in Singapore, strongly recommended Orpheus to me. The experience has exceeded my expectations on all levels... Read more

TLDR; I took CRUX (Peak Performance Buoyancy) course and Advanced Open Water (AOW) with Coral and Tina respectively. Classes were conducted very professionally and effectively by them which resulted in learning all the necessary skills very quickly. Most importantly, they... Read more

Did several Padi certifications with Orpheus Dive and had a super great time. The team, Lester, Coral, Ivy, are really passionate, professional, and knowledgable. For people new to diving, it's important to learn from the experts who prioritise safety, and that's exactly what... Read more

Best Dive Shop in Singapore

Did my sidemount course at Orpheus Dive in Tulamben, Bali. Amazing experience. It's more than just learning how to dive with two tanks. Instructor improved on my trim, finning techniques, confidence in the water which can be used even if I go diving with my single tank. The... Read more

Take up a refresher course and Tina being the instructor attending to me is superb. She is patient, clear and knowledgeable. She also listens very clearly to understand my limits and concerns and how to direct me forward. Orpheus Dive is a true cool dive centre.

I can't speak highly enough of the exceptional service we received from Coral, Tina, and Ivy at Orpheus Dive shop during my son's diving training. From the moment we walked in, their friendly and knowledgeable staff made us feel welcome and at ease. What truly stood out was... Read more

I had an entirely positive experience with Orpheus. I completed my open water training with them in Singapore and everything was perfect from start to finish. Very knowledgeable and friendly dive instructors who took the time to explain and demonstrate things well. Would 100%... Read more

We did the PADI Open Water certification in Bali. We previously swore we would never do scuba diving because it's too scary, but we are now planning our next dive trip! Our instructor Coral was very patient, clear and calm. We put our complete trust in her, which is a big... Read more

Completed the PADI ReCertify course with the OD team. Very helpful and objective support in their store, easy and flexible booking arrangements for the pool exercises and regular updates via WhatsApp. The course was excellent with 1:1 session with the instructor, Coral, who... Read more

Spot on service!

Very thankful to have gone through the PADI open water diver certification with Orpheus dive school! The instructors and everyone are all super nice and kind. I was honestly not very enthusiastic about learning to dive and was very nervous and anxious, any water in my mask... Read more

My journey into scuba diving (OW) began in September 2022 with Lester and continued in February 2023 with Coral (AOW). I had no idea I would become addicted to scuba diving. The team is dedicated to training divers and always ensuring your safety. They have my complete faith... Read more

Highly recommended this place to start your diving journey! Joined the diving trip to Tulamben, Bali, and really enjoyed the 4 days trip. Special thanks to Coral as she is so patient, and gave a lot of recommendations regarding different diving sites around the world. The... Read more

Was happy to get my first diving mask. Lester was extremely patient, friendly and helpful in letting my friend and I know more about scuba diving! :)

I did my PADI Reactivate training with them. Lester was my instructor and he was amazing. Friendly, super knowledgeable, patient, very professional. I enjoyed it very much, learned a lot and cannot get wait to get back into diving! Thank you!

Who knew becoming an Open Water Diver could be like you’re on a vacation instead of being in a course :o Learning how to be a scuba diver has always been a dream of mine, and I am glad that I picked Orpheus Dive to be the one to fulfil it. Huge thank you to our dive instructor... Read more

Came to have my BCD and reg serviced. Lester was extremely patient despite my coming by past their operating hours. Generous with helpful knowledge and tips on how to extend the longevity of the gear and how to properly use the equipment I bought.

Coral is very passionate and enthusiastic in teaching her students. She also made sure the students are safe but independent at the same time. Very good👍🏻

Fantastic experience in this dive shop. I came looking for a new mask and a mouthpiece that could help me not feel like I was chewing on for dear life every time I dive 😅 Coral and team have been supportive, super helpful and patient right from the get go, not to mention very... Read more

Orpheus helped me with minor repairs to my Mares XR BCD! Thanks

We have used Orpheus Dive to get our son an Open Water PADI license. Super professional and smooth experience and the instructor - Matt Farmer - has done an excellent job building knowledge and trust with our 16yrs old son. Overall highly recommendable!

An amazing learning experience! After a bad discovery dive in Thailand putting me off for many years, I decided it was time to try again! I searched through a lot of schools in Singapore, read many reviews, and all signs pointed to Orpheus Dive school as the place to go. And... Read more

Kick-started my 2023 with a bang and I couldn't have done it without Orpheus Dive! Did my open water course in Singapore and I must say that the sea conditions were not great at all but the company of a lovely Coral (human) made all my anxieties disappear. This 5 stars review... Read more

It was a great experience to do my open water with Orpheus Dive. A big thank you to Carol and Mark (great instructor) to introduce us to a new dimension 🤗!

Thanks to Lester, Mark, Derek and Coral for my Open Water, Advanced Open Water and Sidemount. Instructors always taking care about me, make sure I get everything right and not rushing for certification. Didn’t do my nitrox here, but Orpheus still offered to revise my...

Getting my first Open Water Dive cert with Coral and it was an awesome experience. I had zero knowledge about diving and was very nervous at first, but they professionally taught us without rushing at all. All the other instructors are also very helpful and they can address...

Orpheus Dive is a highly recommended Scubapro service centre. Brought 2 sets of mk25 S600/R295 for annual service. Technician was very knowledgeable, experienced and meticulous. As good as factory new sets. Downtime was short (2-3days) and price was reasonable. Thank you... Read more

I did both my PADI Rescue and PADI divemaster with Orpheus dive between 2020 and 2021! Awesome experiences. Highly professional instructors, always smiling and customer centric. If you are looking for any diving courses in Singapore, look no further as you reached the right...

Orpheus Dive is a team of highly qualified educators. They are focused on making their students capable and independent divers rather than solely handing out certifications. I have learned a lot from them (Lester, Coral, Derek, Nicholas, and Mark) and continue to learn more-...

Professional and experienced Dive Center that genuinely care about your diving education & will always look out for your safety. I signed up with Orpheus Dive for the Rescue Diving Course in 2020 during phase 2 Circuit Breaker. Having only been diving in much clearer waters...

Super pleased with Orpheus Dive! I bought a complete package from them in 2016 (BCD, reg, fins, mask, and all the accessories) and recently had trouble with the sensor on my Suunto dive computer. I marked my email "urgent" because I'm working with a technician in Hawaii to get...

Did my PADI open water cert here. They have a team of passionate diving instructors who have students' best interests in mind. The small class size ensured personal attention to each student. Special shoutout to Coral, who believed in me and helped me overcome my fear, the... Read more

Getting my first Open Water Dive cert with Coral and it was an awesome experience. I had zero knowledge about diving and was very nervous at first, but they professionally taught us without rushing at all. All the other instructors (Lester, Daniel, and Derek) are also very... Read more

I completed my PADI Open Water course this past weekend and had a great experience with the whole team at Orpheus. My instructors were Nicholas for the pool training session and Lester for the 4 open water dives. Nicholas explained everything very clearly and was super patient... Read more

I recently completed my PADI Advanced Open Water with Orpheus Dive and the experience was excellent! The instructors were all highly knowledgeable, extremely patient, and obviously passionate about diving and teaching. I was highly impressed with everyone at Orpheus... Read more

I did my Padi Open Water with Orpheus in Singapore and highly recommend it! My instructors Derrick and Coral were super friendly, fun, highly professional and patient with me. The dives were smooth and well planned. I was given a full set of state of the art equipment... Read more

I did both my PADI Rescue and PADI divemaster with Orpheus dive between 2020 and 2021! Awesome experiences. Highly professional instructors, always smiling and customer centric. If you are looking for any diving courses in Singapore or if you need any maintenance for your dive... Read more

Orpheus Dive was my dive center when I first started scuba diving. They were extremely helpful in introducing me to this hobbie and most importantly, their classes were well planned and smooth. I completed my basic open water, advanced open water and air nitrox course with... Read more

Awesome to go with Orpheus Dive in Singapore. Really patient and supportive team of instructors for someone trying to build up confidence again. Big thank you to Lester, Coral and Mark on the dives and refresher.

1 stop dive shop with the BEST diving instructor in Singapore!

This is an awesome team - friendly, inclusive, highly knowledgeable - gives great advice on courses and kit. Special shout out to Lester, Darwin and QY. Thanks guys!!

Prompt response: From initial enquiry to travel arrangement to PADI course details, Orpheus Dive has never failed to reply timely, even exceeding expectations! Hassle-free & flexible to needs: Additional pool sessions requested for were arranged according to our schedules, all... Read more

My sister and I have just recently completed our open water course with Orpheus. The class that we were in had a small ratio of 1 instructor to 3 students and our instructor, Nicholas Chow, was awesome! He was very patient throughout and ensured that each of us was able to... Read more

My sister and I will like to thank our instructor, Nicholas Chow for his great patience, guidance & constant encouragement, helping us to gain diving confidence with each lesson. Kudos to him we are now Certified Padi Open Water Divers! ������

My instructor Nicholas Chow from Orpheus Dive Singapore was very proficient and knowledgeable. To top it off, he was also very approachable and willing to share his knowledge and passion about diving with me. He is patient and clam in the waters and would always give me more... Read more

Orpheus Dive have very professional and friendly staff and instructors! Lester is very knowledgable in the field and will share almost anything if you ask and more. Had the opportunity to be taught by Instructor Mark (Sg) and Nicholas (Bali) who are approachable and awesome... Read more

Very professional and kind appearance from all the staff. Joel was our dive instructor on our trip to Bali and we could not have had a better instructor! Very humble, patient and always with a smile! Strongly recommend �

Great service! The guy repaired our dive computers, Suunto and Mares, in half an hour! The best technical service in my life.

I like to commend Orpheus Dive's instructor Nicholas Chow for his unwavering patience & constant encouragement in guiding my sisters through their Open Water Diver Course; kudos to him, they have overcome their fears & are now Certified Padi Open Water Divers. Highly recommend... Read more

Yesterday I completed my Open Water Diver Course with Orpheus Dive. The staff at Orpheus is extremely friendly and knowledgable. They create a very comfortable and encouraging learning environment in the "classroom", pool, and open water. I was a bit nervous in the beginning... Read more

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