Filipe Coelho
PADI TecRec Instructor, Cave & CCR Diver
A journey that began in the crystal-clear waters of Brazil’s Northeast and became a passion for technical diving
Where the Passion Began
My connection with the ocean started early. As a child on Brazil’s northeastern coast, I used a compressor to dive and watch lobsters among the reefs. In that silent, mesmerizing world, a passion was born that has stayed with me ever since.
Over time, I realized the ocean could be more than a refuge — it could be a tool for transformation. I founded a surfing NGO for underprivileged children, sharing the values I learned at sea: respect, discipline, and freedom.
Professional Evolution
Later, I dove headfirst (literally) into the underwater world and kept specializing until I reached the level of PADI Trimix Technical Diving Instructor — one of the most advanced and respected certifications in the world.
Present
Today, I conduct technical dives monthly and share this experience with those who want to explore the depths with safety, preparation, and purpose.
Entrepreneurship
Beyond diving, I also founded a software development company — but it’s underwater where I find my true focus, balance, and inspiration.
Complete Certifications
Technical Diving Instructor (TecRec)
Instructor Levels
Diving Specialties
Underwater Photography & Video
Safety & Emergency
Marine Conservation (PADI AWARE)
“Technical diving isn’t just about going deeper or farther. It’s about expanding the limits of what’s possible with safety, discipline, and a passion for responsible ocean exploration.”
— Filipe Coelho, PADI Trimix Instructor