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Meet the team
With the most warm hearted staff in town, people enter DiveCampus as a client but leave as a friend. We love what we do and it shows - our courses are informative and our diving trips are crazy fun. It’s the vibe you’ve been looking for!
With multi-national staff, we provide training in English, Arabic, Spanish, and Hindi. We have full-time male and female Instructors and offer best Instructor to Student ratio in the market.
Islam Etman
Co-founder & CEO
Known for his witty sense of humour - Islam comes with over 30 years of diving experience. Apart from his extensive accolades in the diving world of being a Tec Trimix Instructor, IDC Staff Instructor and Master Free diver, you will often find him geek out on scuba equipments & dive theory.
With over 2 decades of experience in building brands and spearheading business transformations, DiveCampus is Islam's vision to build a more cohesive diving community in the UAE and the engineering brains behind the region’s largest DiveTank.
Sneha Shetty
Co-founder, MD & PADI Course Director
From a non-swimmer to a PADI Course Director, Freediver Instructor, Tec Instructor, PADI Swim School Program Director and the 1st Indian Women to reach 100m depth, Sneha loves to instill her passion for the ocean into people who have gone most of their life without knowing how to swim.
She is known for a her patient teaching style and has trained many women and men with severe water phobia into passionate divers.With a decade of leading Marketing for top brands, Sneha is now the Managing Director at DiveCampus and the creative brains behind the unique & aesthetically-rich facility.
Ahmed Ramadan
PADI Course Director
Most commonly known as the ‘Fish Whisperer’, his knowledge about the underwater world has instilled passion for the ocean and diving in many divers in the UAE for over decades.
Apart from being a seasoned diver and mentor to many, Ahmed is an award winning underwater photographer and has featured in various publications for his amazing contribution to the diving industry. As a Course Director, he continues to transform lives and building a new era of Passionate and Quality Dive Instructors in the UAE.
Ahmed Awad
Master Scuba Diver Trainer
Ahmed Awad is known for his excellent teaching skills and passion for diving. Specializing in perfecting buoyancy and trim, Ahmed helps his students master the art of underwater balance and efficiency with precision. His fun-loving attitude makes every session engaging and enjoyable, creating an ideal learning environment.
As a Tec Diver, Ahmed brings a strong understanding of dive theory, blending technical expertise with his teaching to make even complex concepts easy to grasp. Whether you're a beginner or advancing your skills, Ahmed's guidance ensures a memorable and enriching diving experience.
Bonnie Samir
Master Scuba Diver Trainer
Bonnie's dedication to safety and kindness makes him a great Instructor. With years of expertise, Bonnie is known for his patient teaching style and techniques that put students at ease from their very first session.
His approachable demeanor and helpful nature create a supportive learning environment where divers of all levels feel confident and empowered. Whether you're taking your first breath underwater or refining your skills, Bonnie's emphasis on safety and personalized guidance ensures an enjoyable and stress-free diving journey.
Sara Anahid
Open Water Scuba Instructor
Meet Sara, hailing all the way from Mexico, our wonderfully kind and dedicated instructor who’s known for her exceptional patience and warm, comforting smile.
Whether it’s guiding someone through their first underwater breaths or helping divers perfect their skills, Sara’s calm and supportive nature transforms every scuba session into a relaxed and enjoyable experience. Even the most hesitant divers find confidence and joy under her expert guidance, making every dive truly unforgettable.
Ahmad Awad
Master Scuba Diver Trainer
Ahmad as a dive instructor takes a step-by-step approach to teaching. His focus on the basics helps students build confidence and improve their skills at a steady pace.
Ahmad’s clear instructions and teaching style make learning straightforward and approachable, helping divers feel comfortable as they progress through their training.
Aye Yu Mon
Customer Service
Aye is essential member of the DiveCampus operations team, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. As a helpful and resourceful admin staff member, Aye’s organizational skills keep things on track while her sense of humor adds a touch of fun to the workplace.
Always ready to assist, Aye’s cheerful and supportive attitude makes her an integral part of the team, keeping both staff and students happy and well-supported.
Sheikh Abdullah
Dive Operation
Abdullah plays a crucial role in ensuring that everything runs smoothly on the logistics side of DiveCampus. From making sure deliveries are on time to safely driving guests to dive sites, he takes care of all the details so everyone can focus on enjoying their experience.
With his helpful nature and ever-present smile, Abdullah brings a sense of ease and reliability to the team, always making sure dive operations go off without a hitch. His positive attitude and commitment to getting things done make him an invaluable part of the team.
Ridwan Alam
Dive Operation
Ridwan is a man of few words but speaks volumes through his dedication, sincerity, and helpful nature. Known for his exceptional skills as an equipment technician, he ensures that every piece of gear is maintained to the highest standards, keeping divers safe and confident underwater.
Always ready to lend a hand, Ridwan’s attention to detail, and supportive attitude make him a valued member of the team.
Surie
Dive Operation
Meet Surie, who ensures safekeeping and care of our facility, equipment and more! Surie takes pride in keeping everything in perfect order, ensuring a seamless experience for everyone.
What truly sets Surie apart is his sunshine mood, radiant smile, and kind heart. His positivity is contagious, brightening the day of anyone he encounters. Whether he's lending a helping hand or sharing a warm laugh, Surie’s cheerful presence adds an extra touch of joy to DiveCampus, making it a place where everyone feels welcome.
Mohamed Salem
Dive Operation
Mohamed assists in managing daily dive operations, helping to coordinate logistics and support the team.
His role ensures that activities run smoothly and efficiently, contributing to the overall organization of our dive programs.