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THE DIVE CREW 2010
OUR QUALIFICATIONS
10 Insured PADI professionals complete our current team. Please click here to see us in action.
Our PADI professionals have collectively logged many hours underwater and issued thousands of certifications worldwide.
Every member of our team is certified in CPR, First Aid and Oxygen delivery in the event of an emergency.
All members participate in regular rescue skill procedure updates and reviews.
All members hold current STCW/95 certification.
All members hold BVI VHF Operator Licenses.
Our staff have lots of experience working with families, teens and younger kids!
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MELISANDE ROWE
Dive Director
PADI MASTER INSTRUCTOR
This is one Texan who has chosen scuba fins over cowboy boots as our director and PADI Master Instructor. In the United States, Australia and the Caribbean, Melisande has helped thousands experience the exciting sport of scuba of diving. With an undergraduate degree from Texas Christian University and an MBA from Stephen F. Austin State University, Melisande began working with Sail Caribbean in 1997 developing it's teen scuba diving adventures and launching Sail Caribbean Divers in 2000. Today Melisande and Mike operate Sail Caribbean Divers providing diving, rentals and a full array of water sports to guests in the BVI. Melisande was the President of the BVI Scuba Operators Organization from Nov 2006-Nov 2008. In 2004 she held the position of Secretary and in 2005 she held the position of Vice President.
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MIKE ROWE
PADI COURSE DIRECTOR
Mike makes tough jobs look easy, and you can tell he loves his work without a doubt. As an active PADI Course Director since 1987, you might say that Mike is "an instructor of instructors" having certified over 800 dive professionals. Mike first brought his keen focus on customer service combined with his unique sense of humor and charisma to the company in 2000. Keeping our adult and teenage divers engaged and driven while they have fun, Mike's primary focus is on the development of the educational internship and professional level internships. After almost 30 years in the dive industry, his expertise makes him a valuable resource for Sail Caribbean Divers, as well as many other BVI organizations. Mike continues to work hard with the BVI Tourism Board representing the members of the Marine Industry, and also sits on the VISAR Board of Directors. He continues his commitment to grow the industry for everyone and to be an avid spokesperson for the Marine Industry.
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STEVE ELLEFSON (Florida, USA) -Operations Manager
PADI MASTER INSTRUCTOR -EFR Instructor -DAN O2 Provider
Teaching Since: 2006-Seattle Washington, Caribbean. Diving Since 1976
Started with Sail Caribbean Divers: Dive Master Internship Program March 2006. PADI Instructor Exam May 2006. Employed June 2006
Captain: Endeavour, Discovery, Atlantis, Explorer, J Lady
Interesting Info:Steve is our boat magician. When the boats go pop, Steve waves his magic wrench and saves the day.
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MEGAN DuPLESSIS (SOUTH AFRICA)-Product Manager
PADI MASTER INSTRUCTOR - EFR Instructor - DAN O2 Instructor
Teaching Since: 2007 - BVI
Started with Sail Caribbean Divers: Dive Master Internship Program October 2006. PADI Instructor Development Course May 2007. PADI Instructor Exam May 2007. Employed June 2007.
Captain: Discovery, Atlantis, Explorer, J Lady
Interesting Info: Megan loves Shrimps.She originally comes from the bush. Unfortunately no one can understand what she says.
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NEIL DAY (ENGLAND)
PADI IDC STAFF INSTRUCTOR - EFR Instructor
Teaching Since: 2005 - Thailand, Egypt, England, BVI
Started with Sail Caribbean Divers: Summer Program 2007. Employed January 2008
Captain: Endeavour, Discovery, Atlantis, Explorer, J Lady
Interesting Info: Neil likes rebuilding and playing with Mini Coopers and used to feed the sharks in the London Aquarium.
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RIA O'HAGEN (ENGLAND)
PADI DIVE MASTER - EFR Provider - O2 Provider
Dive Leader Since: 2005 - Thailand, England, BVI
Started with Sail Caribbean Divers: Employed January 2008
Captain: Atlantis, Explorer, J Lady
Interesting Info: Ria likes pottery, painting things black and rebuilding cars.
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DALE DAKU (CANADA)
PADI IDC STAFF INSTRUCTOR - EFR Instructor
Teaching Since: 2005 - Malta, Canada, BVI
Started with Sail Caribbean Divers: Employed February 2008
Captain: Endeavour, Discovery, Atlantis, Explorer, J Lady
Interesting Info: Dale was known as "Tabasco" in Malta. We have yet to find out why.
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ROBERT PARSONS (ENGLAND)
PADI MASTER SCUBA DIVER TRAINER -EFR Instructor
Teaching Since: 2008 - BVI
Started with Sail Caribbean Divers: Dive Master Internship Program October 2007. PADI Instructor Development Course Feb 2008. PADI Instructor Exam May 2008. Employed May 2008.
Captain: Endeavour, Discovery, Atlantis, Explorer, J Lady
Interesting Info: Rob is famous for his fire shows. He used to have a full head of hair a long time ago...but practice makes perfect! He can be seen at the Full Moon Parties in Trellis Bay.
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PICTURE COMING SOON
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HOLLY ROBSON (England)
PADI OPEN WATER SCUBA INSTRUCTOR -EFR Instructor
Teaching Since: 2010 - BVI
Started with Sail Caribbean Divers: Internship Program 2010. Employed 2010.
Captain: J Lady
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