GUE Instructor resumé

Professional

• 1990 - 2020: Naval Diver, Special Warfare Group Operator, Trainer in Frogman School & Diving supervisor.

Education

• 1990 - Naval Diver Class 1 in Singapore Navy
• 1991 - Special Warfare Group operator course
• 1992 - US Navy SEALS
• 1994 - Special Dive Team Training
• 1997- Advanced Dive Team Training
• 2006 - Diving Supervisor Course

Diving Qualifications

• GUE Diver Rating: Tech 1&2, Cave 1&2, DPV 1, Cave DPV
• GUE Tech 1 Instructor
• GUE Instructor: Fundamentals,
• GUE Instructor: Recreational 1,2,3 - Nitrox
• GUE Instructor: Recreational Supervised Diver
• GUE Instructor: Discover Diving
• GUE Instructor: Doubles Diver
• GUE Instructor: Drysuit Diver
• GUE Instructor: DPV 1
• GUE Instructor: Triox
• GUE Instructor: Rescue
• GUE Instructor: Navigation
• Technical Instructor Trainer for SSI, TDI, RAID, IANTD and PSAI
• Rebreather Instructor for ISC Megalodon, Poseidon MK6&7, DiveRite Optima and etc.
• Military Diving Trainer
• Service Technician (Regulator): HALCYON
• Service Technician (Regulator): SCUBAPRO
• Service Technician (Regulator): POSEIDON
• First Aid, CPR, AED trained

Diving Experience

• Diver since 1990
• Instructor Trainer Since (2006)
• Logged Dives : >10001

Community Involvement

• Diver – TICD 2016 – Corals Planting: Tioman, Malaysia 2016
• Kickstart Project Baseline/Baseline Explorer – Reef Documentation: Hantu, Singapore, 2017
• Diver – TICD 2017 – Corals Planting: Tioman, Malaysia 2017

Special interests

• Wreck and Cave diving
• Diving in various parts of the world as much as I can
• Sharing my passion in diving

Additional languages

• English, Mandarin,

Additional Info

Professional Diving Instructor Trainer | GUE Tech 2 | GUE Technical Diver 1 Instructor | Wreck Diving Specialist

Profile
With over three decades of professional and recreational diving experience, Jimmy Choo is a highly accomplished and respected figure in the global diving community. Known for his exceptional skills, leadership, and passion for education, he has logged over 10,000 dives and trained divers at all levels, from novices to elite technical divers. As one of fewer than 100 globally certified GUE Technical Diver 1 Instructors, Jimmy embodies excellence and commitment to diving safety and exploration.

Professional Experience

Naval Diving Unit, Singapore (1990–2020)

Naval Diver | Instructor Trainer | Special Operations Collaborator
• Began diving career in 1990, joining the Singapore Naval Diving Unit after completing his basic diving course.
• Selected in 1992 for advanced training with the U.S. Navy SEALs, one of the most elite special forces units worldwide.
• Key contributor to the underwater search and recovery mission for SilkAir Flight 185 in 1997, one of Southeast Asia’s most significant operations.
• Collaborated with international diving units, enhancing technical expertise and fostering global partnerships.
• Served as an Instructor Trainer, mentoring naval divers and special forces teams in advanced diving techniques, situational awareness, and operational readiness.

Recreational Diving Career (2005–Present)

Instructor Trainer | GUE Technical Diving Specialist
• Started as an SSI instructor, advancing to SSI Technical Instructor Trainer at all levels.
• Achieved Instructor Trainer certifications with SSI, IANTD, TDI, RAID, and PSAI, reflecting a dedication to lifelong learning and expertise.
• Certified as a GUE Tech 2, Cave DPV Diver, and GUE Technical Diver 1 Instructor, a designation held by fewer than 100 instructors worldwide.
• Specialized in wreck diving, teaching advanced techniques for safe exploration of underwater structures.
• Logged over 10,000 dives, encompassing technical, cave, wreck, and open water environments.

Teaching Philosophy

Jimmy Choo is a passionate advocate for the Global Underwater Explorers (GUE) system, which he values for its holistic approach to diving safety, precision, and teamwork. He aims to inspire divers to embrace diving not just as a skill, but as a philosophy and a lifestyle:

“Diving isn’t a course or a lesson. It’s more than that: Diving is a method, a philosophy, a way of life.”

Certifications & Expertise
• GUE Technical Diver 1 Instructor | GUE Tech 2 | GUE Cave DPV Diver
• Instructor Trainer with SSI, IANTD, TDI, RAID, and PSAI
• Specialist in wreck diving, with extensive experience in exploration and instruction.
• Multilingual: Fluent in English and Mandarin, enabling effective communication with a diverse global audience.

Key Achievements
• Selected for advanced training with the U.S. Navy SEALs, showcasing exceptional skills and resilience.
• Played a pivotal role in the underwater search and recovery operation for SilkAir Flight 185.
• Certified as one of fewer than 100 GUE Technical Diver 1 Instructors worldwide.
• Logged over 10,000 dives, spanning technical, wreck, and cave environments.
• Mentored divers from basic levels to elite technical diving certifications.