Get hands on and learn about coral restoration

We offers courses of varying lengths and depth so you can find one for your needs and available time.

Coral Restoration Courses

Visit our coral nurseries and see first hand our coral restoration work. The profits go towards supporting our coral restoration program and the local communities that helped setup and maintain the coral nurseries.

Intro to Coral Restoration

Our intro course that arms you with basic coral biology and restoration knowledge.

Advanced Coral ID Diver

After your intro coral restoration course, learn an additional 18 new coral genera.
$ 1400

Full Coral Restoration Cert

Become a certified and trained coral reef restoration practitioner.
$ 2800

Specialty Identification Courses

Visit our coral nurseries and see first hand our coral restoration work. The profits go towards supporting our coral restoration program and the local communities that helped setup and maintain the coral nurseries.

Clownfish Diver

Aren’t the Clownfish the cuttest? You want to learn more about them? This course is designed for you

Anemone Diver

Dive into the fascinating world of Sea Anemones and their intricate relationship with Clown Fish.

Sea Fan Diver

Dive into the fantastic world of Seafans, after a class sessions, learning their biology, ecology and identification.

Giant Clam Diver

Discover the amazing biology, ecology and diversity of Tridacna clams. From the small colorful ones to the giants!

Reef Fish Diver

This Reef Fish ID and ecology course arms you with deep fish biology and ecology knowledge.
$ 1591

benefit from our 25 years of coral experience

Drawing upon our founder Vincent Chalias’s extensive 25 years of knowledge of Indonesian reefs, these thoughtfully designed courses offer a unique learning experience.

You’ll gain invaluable insights into past successes and failures in our coral restoration projects. Our approach focuses on maximizing coral survival through the careful identification and selection of coral species specifically suited to the conditions of each restoration site.

give back to the coral reefs

Climate change and relentless human development are pushing coral reefs to their breaking point. If your passion for marine life burns as brightly as ours, join us in this crucial fight. Equip yourself with knowledge, and together, we can restore degraded reefs and give them a real chance at survival. 

Proceeds from these courses go towards funding our coral restoration programs and expanding our partner network so we can setup more coral restoration sites to maximize our impact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I take my course with the Ocean Gardener?

Our courses are meticulously designed and thoughtfully structured by our founder, Vincent Chalias, drawing upon his impressive 25 years of hands-on expertise in coral cultivation.

You will learn to identify the critical coral species and their specific niches, ensuring you learn the best techniques in the field. We place a strong emphasis on coral survival, equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective restoration efforts.

You’ll not only gain profound insights into one of Earth’s most critically endangered ecosystems but also actively participate in its vital preservation.

As a dedicated non-profit organization, every contribution from your participation directly fuels our crucial coral restoration initiatives. We deeply appreciate your invaluable support!

What if there is bad weather during my course?

Your safety is our utmost priority during your underwater excursions. Occasionally, severe weather conditions, particularly strong seasonal winds or unpredictable swells, may lead the local authorities to restrict or prohibit water activities, which would unfortunately necessitate the postponement or cancellation of your dive.

Should such a situation arise, we will promptly notify all participants via email or WhatsApp with timely updates. We will also provide options to either reschedule your tour for a more favorable day or arrange for a refund.

Is there financial support for students?

We work with various foundations who may be able to provide scholarships for local Indonesian students to take the course with us.

Please contact us to apply.

I have my own equipment. Can I use them?

You are welcome to bring your own gear if you wish, although all tours include the use of our in-house equipment (BCDs, regulators, weights, snorkels, fins, etc). You can use whatever you need if you don’t have a complete set.

Please notify us in your booking form that you will be using your own equipment.