Learn, Travel & Teach Scuba Diving in Southeast Asia

Global Scuba Institute (GSI) is a certified SSI Diamond Centre and Instructor Training Centre in Malaysia. We help gap year travellers, world explorers, career shifters, and diving enthusiasts take their scuba journey to the next level.

Why train with Global Scuba Institute

  • Internationally Recognized

    – Official SSI Diamond Centre, trusted worldwide.

  • Proven Results

     – 100% passing rate for our SSI Instructor Training Course (ITC).

  • Career Pathways

    – Advance from Divemaster all the way to SSI Instructor Trainer, the highest level of scuba leadership.

  • World-Class Location

    – Train in Malaysia, at the heart of Southeast Asia’s diving paradise.

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Who We Train

Gap Year Travellers & World Explorers
Turn your adventure into something unforgettable. Begin or advance your professional dive training while exploring Southeast Asia.

Career Shifters
Looking for a fresh start? Our Instructor Training Course (ITC) prepares you to work anywhere in the world as a certified SSI Instructor.

Diving Enthusiasts
Take your diving career further with Divemaster, Specialty, and Instructor-level programs, guided by world-class trainers.

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Our Partners/Certification

Global Scuba Institute is proud to collaborate with internationally recognized diving organizations and certifying bodies that share our vision for excellence beneath the surface. Our certifications are globally respected, opening doors for divers and professionals across borders. These partnerships aren’t just affiliations—they’re alliances to uphold safety, push boundaries, and cultivate elite-level talent in the diving world.

WHAT our STUDENTS SAY

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This place changed everything for me.

I came here thinking I’d just get certified—but I left with a whole new mindset. The instructors don’t just teach diving—they mentor, challenge, and inspire. Global Scuba Institute isn’t just training divers, it’s building leaders. You feel it the moment you arrive.

Ariana M.

Dive Master Graduate
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The best decision I made in my diving career.

Training at GSI was a turning point. The facilities are world-class, the location is unreal, and the depth of the curriculum is next level. But what really stood out? The way they treat you like you belong in the industry from day one.

Marcus T.

Rescue Diver Certification
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More than a certification—it’s a transformation.

Malaysia was beautiful, but the real treasure was the culture at this institute. Every dive felt intentional. Every class, personal. They push you to grow, to lead, and to think like a pro. I’d recommend GSI to anyone who’s serious about mastering this craft.

Lee W.

Instructor Development Course

Our Locations

Based in the heart of Southeast Asia, Global Scuba Institute operates from Malaysia—an oceanic paradise rich with biodiversity, warm waters, and year-round diving opportunities. Our location is more than a backdrop; it’s an immersive classroom where every reef, wreck, and current becomes part of the learning experience. Here, in one of the world’s most celebrated dive regions, we’re shaping the future of the diving industry, one leader at a time.

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