| Dear
Keith:
I
wanted to personally thank you, and your staff, for a very
professional and challenging Instructor Development Course
(IDC). Your methods of instruction were outstanding in every
regard.
I
realize now, how essential it was to prepare for the IDC.
With only seven days to present all of the IDC requirements,
there was little time to do anything else but stay focused
on the requirements.
As
you mentioned many times, "if the IDC candidates will
stay focused on the IDC, and prepare themselves to becomes
PADI instructors the IE will take care of itself." You
were right, did take care of itself, because we were all prepared
when the time came.
The
IDC candidates from FDI attending the IE on 12-13 July 1997
were shining stars compared to the other candidates who were
in attendance. This was a direct reflection of your hard work
and dedication.
Thanks
a million Keith, because of you, I am very confident and well
trained new PADI OWSI.
Regards
-Edward F. Vengrouskie
McDonnell Douglas Services, Inc.
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| Keith
made going through a stressful situation extremely exciting,
fin, as well as unbelievably educational. His style of teaching
was outstanding and his sense of humor made for a relaxed atmosphere.
Keith is one of the best. -
Craig A. Minsky |
| The
Course Director, Keith Mattson was outstanding knowledgeable,
experienced, flexible, and friendly- all combined with a no-nonsense
approach. I really did well at the IE- and it was all due to
the thoroughness of Keith's approach. -
Tim Gurney |
| Keith
Mattson is an excellent course director. He is organized, professional,
and an outstanding representative of PADI. It was demanding
and challenging. I feel that I have been well prepared to start
my career as a PADI professional. -
Cheryl McBride |
| Keith
is a true professional and a credit to the PADI organization.
He showed by his actions how to teach a PADI course. I for one
will be a better instructor after watching and working with
Keith. -
Mark A. Roth |
| Keith
conducted himself in a most professional manner, and through
his guidance the IE took care of itself. Keith is an extraordinary
individual and must be commended for his efforts. Great job!
Great experience! Thank you! -
Wayne A. Bjorken |
| Keith
Mattson demonstrated the highest levels of professionalism in
conducting this course. He inspired confidence, was enthusiastic
and encouraging. I felt confident and well-prepared for the
IE. -
Anne F. Glasspool |
| Very
Good. Keith Mattson should be awarded your "PADI ROLE MODEL"
award! He exhibits the highest professional and personal standards
with regards to education, behavior and all other aspects with
which he interacted with him. I have only praise. -
Mark M. Dickerson |
| He
(Keith Mattson) really has inspired me as to improve my diving
knowledge and techniques. This person will boost your confidence
level by giving you the most amazing unparallel training I have
ever experienced. Thank you for such a outstanding job.
-
Humberto Talavera |
| Mr.
Mattson teaches his IDC in such a manner that it is easy to
relax & learn relatively stress-free. The persona that Mr.
Mattson portrays at all times is knowledge, professional, &
with humor & good graces. -
James L. Sponheim |
| Keith's
teaching techniques and obvious experience, not only in teaching
but in diving in general, was extraordinary. I actually felt
going to the IE as if I had an "Ace in the Hole" because
of his training.
- Howard H. Efird
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| Mr.
Mattson maintained a very intense learning atmosphere in which
the entire IDC class was able to cover a lot of information
in a short period of time in a very effective manner. When we
finished the IDC, nobody had to wonder if we were ready.
- John C. Coleman
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| Keith
Mattson was one of the most thorough, well-organized instructor/
professor. While maintaining a somewhat rigid schedule, he was
reassuring, accessible for support and extra help made this
process rewarding and memorable.
- Wendy J. Crown
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| I
could never sum up my opinion of Mr. Mattson. Without a doubt
he is the most knowledgeable caring & professional instructor
I have met. Thank you, Mr. Mattson, for making the course thoroughly
educational and enjoyable!!
- William R. Hughes
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|
feel that Keith Mattson has the best IDC training. Exceptionally
thorough, he worked on my weak areas with encouragement &
support. He had a great attitude with a professional manner.
- Charles L. Recienwald
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| Keith
brings a wealth of diving knowledge to his course and has the
skill and patience to bring the best out of everyone. Keith
has superb facilities, schedules the course with plenty of "hands-on"
training & creates a challenging/ fun environment.
- Nick D. Lindsay
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| The
course was well structured by PADI & extremely well executed
by Keith Mattson. I felt that it brought together all of my
previous knowledge and gave me confidence to pass that knowledge
on. I really couldn't recommend him more highly.
- Fiona L. James-Duff
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