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Eco Scuba Diving Courses, Ocean Conservation & Sustainable Diving Training

Dive Green with Meno Dive Club

Learn Eco Scuba Diving Courses & Ocean Protection: Become an Ocean Advocate

What is Eco Scuba Diving?

Eco scuba diving is a sustainable way to explore the ocean while actively protecting it. At Meno Dive Club in Gili Meno, we combine scuba diving training with ocean conservation, helping divers learn how to dive responsibly and reduce their impact on fragile marine ecosystems.

Learning eco scuba diving means developing essential skills like buoyancy control, safe finning techniques, and marine awareness to avoid damaging coral reefs and disturbing marine life. Our eco diving courses focus on responsible diving practices, so you can enjoy the ocean while preserving it for future generations.

Sustainable diving is not just about minimizing harm—it’s about creating positive change. Through activities like reef clean-ups, coral restoration, and marine conservation training, you’ll gain hands-on experience in protecting the underwater world. You’ll also learn about coral reefs, marine biodiversity, and the environmental challenges facing our oceans today.

Whether you’re a beginner learning to dive or an experienced diver looking to dive more sustainably, eco scuba diving gives you the knowledge and skills to make a difference. At Meno Dive Club, we help you become a confident diver—and an ocean advocate.

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Pia Lewandowsky is our Environmental Scientist and Scuba Diving Instructor, leading both our Coral Identification & Taxonomy Courses and Coral Restoration Programs at Meno Dive Club. Specialising in marine conservation, coral reef ecology, and scientific diving, Pia brings expert knowledge and hands-on experience to every course.

A true coral enthusiast and ocean advocate, Pia is passionate about protecting marine ecosystems and inspiring others to do the same. Her teaching combines detailed scientific insight with practical, in-water training, helping divers develop real skills in coral identification, reef monitoring, and restoration techniques.

Known for her positive energy and engaging teaching style, Pia creates a supportive and inspiring learning environment where students gain not only knowledge, but also a deeper appreciation for marine life and ocean conservation. Her courses leave divers feeling confident, empowered, and more connected to every marine creature they encounter.

Certified and experienced marine professional specialising in coral reef ecosystems, scientific diving, and marine conservation. Holds multiple industry-recognised certifications in coral identification, coral restoration, and marine guiding, and is recognised as an SSI Blue Oceans Ambassador and research diver.

With several years of hands-on experience in scientific diving and marine research, has supported field-based conservation projects and underwater data collection. Contributed to coral spawning monitoring and reef research with Coralog, assisting in data gathering and analysis of coral reproduction and reef health.

Demonstrates advanced expertise in coral species identification, coral bleaching assessment, and coral disease monitoring, with a strong focus on reef ecology, marine biodiversity, and ecosystem health. Experienced in conducting reef surveys, ecological monitoring, and coral restoration projects, supporting long-term ocean conservation and sustainable diving practices.

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Coral Guardian Workshop

2,200,000

The 1 Day Coral Guardian Workshop at Meno Dive Club offers a hands-on introduction to coral restoration and marine conservation. This eco diving experience includes: 1 Coral Restoration Lecture: An in-depth lecture to learn what coral restoration is, explore different coral attachment methods, and understand how to select suitable coral species. 1 Guided Shore Dive: Dive from the beach to collect "corals of opportunity" directly from the reef, while practicing responsible, eco-friendly diving techniques. 1 Reef Star Structure: Attach your collected coral fragments to your own reef star structure and contribute directly to rebuilding the reef and restoring the coral. This course is perfect for divers who want to learn practical reef restoration skills and gain hands-on coral restoration experience, while actively helping to protect and rebuild coral ecosystems.

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Coral Identification and Taxonomy

7,500,000

The 3 Day Coral Identification & Taxonomy Course at Meno Dive Club is a comprehensive marine conservation and coral identification program designed for divers who want to deepen their knowledge of reef ecosystems. This course includes: SSI Coral Identification Certification Gain an internationally recognised certification in coral identification and marine conservation. 3 In-Depth Lectures Covering essential topics such as: Coral predators and coral diseases Coral spawning and the ecological role of reefs Differences between hard and soft corals Coral growth forms and morphologies How corals function and reef ecosystems work Identifying marine species and understanding taxonomy Step-by-step coral identification techniques How to take accurate coral ID photos with measurement methods Learn to recognise and identify 81+ coral species 4 Guided Dives Apply your knowledge in real dive conditions, practicing coral identification, improving your awareness, and building confidence on the reef. Perfect for divers looking to advance their skills in coral taxonomy, reef ecology, and sustainable diving practices. Mandatory pre-requisite for the 6 Day Coral Restoration Course.

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Coral Restoration

15,000,000

The 6 Day Coral Restoration Course at Meno Dive Club is an immersive marine conservation and eco scuba diving program designed for divers who want to actively restore and protect coral reefs. This course includes: SSI Coral Restoration Certification: Earn an internationally recognised certification in coral restoration and marine conservation 4 In-Depth Lectures: Covering key topics such as: Coral reef ecology and ecosystem health Coral restoration techniques and project planning Coral attachment methods and species selection Introduction to reef star structures Environmental best practices (EMP codes) Safe and responsible eco diving standards Tools and cleaning methods used in reef restoration 8 Guided Dives: Gain hands-on experience in real reef conditions: Clean and maintain restoration structures Monitor coral growth and reef health over time Practical Conservation Work: Coat and prepare a reef star structure Plant coral fragments onto your reef star Actively contribute to coral reef restoration and ocean conservation projects Prerequisite: Completion of a Coral Identification Course Perfect for divers looking to develop advanced skills in coral restoration, reef monitoring, and sustainable scuba diving.

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Coral Identification, Taxonomy and Restoration

21,000,000

The 9 Day Coral Identification, Taxonomy and Restoration Course at Meno Dive Club is a complete eco scuba diving and marine conservation program, combining advanced coral identification training with hands-on coral restoration experience. This course includes: SSI Coral Identification & Coral Restoration Certifications: Earn two internationally recognised certifications in coral identification, taxonomy, and reef restoration. 7 In-Depth Lectures: Covering advanced topics such as: Coral predators, diseases, and coral spawning Coral reef ecology and the role of coral in marine ecosystems Differences between hard and soft corals Coral growth forms and morphologies Species-level identification (learn 81+ coral species) Step-by-step coral identification techniques and taxonomy How to take accurate coral ID photos with measurement methods Coral restoration techniques and restoration dive planning Coral attachment methods and species selection Introduction to reef star structures Environmental best practices (EMP codes), tools, and cleaning methods 12 Guided Dives: Put your knowledge into practice in real reef conditions: Identify coral species and improve reef awareness Plan and participate in restoration dives Build confidence in coral identification and marine conservation skills Hands-On Coral Restoration Experience Clean and maintain restoration sites Monitor coral growth and reef health over time Practical Conservation Work: Coat and prepare a reef star structure Plant coral fragments onto your reef star Actively contribute to coral reef restoration and ocean conservation projects Perfect for divers looking to master coral taxonomy, reef restoration, and sustainable scuba diving while actively contributing to ocean conservation.

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