Todd Morat

Todd Morat

Hello, my name is Todd, and I’m a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor based in Newport, OR.  As a Master Chrysler Technician, I bring the same precision and dedication from my day job to my passion for SCUBA. My underwater journey began with a desire to explore the mysteries of the ocean, leading me from my first Open Water Diver certification to a passion for teaching.

In 2024, I achieved my, Open Water Scuba Instructor certification. This amazing milestone now allows me to teach and certify Open Water Diver students, Plus, I can also teach (diving) specialties in a diverse range of PADI courses. My certifications include, but are not limited, to:

*Underwater Navigator Instructor
*Underwater Naturalist Instructor
*Equipment Specialist Instructor
*Enriched Air Nitrox Instructor
*Emergency Oxygen Provider Instructor
*Deep (Diver) Instructor
*AWARE Shark Conservation Diver Instructor
*Peak Performance Buoyancy Instructor
*PADI AWARE Instructor
*Dive Against Debris Instructor
*AWARE Coral Reef Conservation Specialty Instructor
*EFR Instructor
*Care for Children with AED Instructor
*I'm also PADI Certified to dive Sidemount


My mission is to help others experience the transformative joy and respect for the underwater world that diving has brought to my life. Whether it's guiding new divers or sharing stories, I am dedicated to making the underwater world accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Let’s dive together to uncover the wonders of the underwater world and make unforgettable memories while preserving and protecting our ocean environments.
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