Terry has been a working professional with PADI in the dive industry since 2006, and progressed up through the levels to his current position as a PADI Course Director. To date Terry has taught and changed the lives of hundreds of adventure-minded individuals in all aspects of scuba diving.
Ranging from basic introduction courses to specialties (including Sidemount, Deep, Navigation, Drift, Wreck, Search & Recovery, Night, Enriched Air, Dry Suit, Digital Photography, Gas Blending) and PADI Pro programs such as Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, Instructor, Specialty Instructor and Staff Instructor.
Prior to becoming a scuba instructor, Terry served as an Armoured Crewman in the Canadian military for over ten years. Following his service, Terry’s sense of adventure led him to explore a multitude of activities, from travel, sailing, motorcycles, yoga, Thai massage, and photography.
Terry discovered and fell in love with scuba diving. Terry’s desire to travel and learn new things has emboldened his passion for being underwater, initially leading him to becoming a scuba instructor and now a PADI Course Director. His mantra is "change your life, live your life" and he strives to inspire all his students to achieve this through scuba diving. His Love of diving is split between two passions. First and foremost is his passion for teaching/training and the ability to change someone’s life with the experience of the underwater world and helping divers grow within the sport. His Second passion is underwater photography, with a growing focus on the macro side.