Meet Andrew Beer — Dive Shop Manager, PADI Instructor & Shark Conservation Advocate

Short intro: Andrew Beer is the welcoming face at Abyss Scuba Diving in Sydney — a passionate PADI Instructor and shark conservation advocate who loves helping new divers take their first breath underwater.

Experience & Qualifications

Andrew’s diving journey began in 2019 during a life-changing trip to India. Back in Sydney, he completed his Open Water course with Abyss and never looked back. Today he’s a knowledgeable shop manager and PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer who has helped hundreds of divers progress safely and confidently in Sydney diving, from shore entries to deeper specialty dives.

PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (2022)
Emergency First Response (EFR) Instructor (2022)
Project AWARE & AWARE Coral Reef Conservation Instructor (2022)
Peak Performance Buoyancy Instructor (2022)
PADI Freediver (2023)
AWARE Shark Conservation Diver Instructor (2023)
Sidemount, Deep, Drysuit & Enriched Air (Nitrox) Instructor (2023)
Emergency Oxygen Provider & Equipment Specialist Instructor (2023)
Master Scuba Diver Trainer (2023)

Teaching Philosophy

“Seeing a student relax, find neutral buoyancy, and suddenly realize ‘I can do this’ — that moment never gets old.”

Andrew’s approach is calm, patient, and safety-first. He believes confident divers are made through clear briefings, buoyancy mastery, and genuine respect for the ocean.

Favourite Sydney Dive Sites

Magic Point — for unforgettable encounters with grey nurse sharks.
The Steps, Kurnell — reliable weedy seadragon territory and crisp drift-style runs.
Bare Island — ideal for introducing new divers to Sydney’s macro life and easy shore access.

Explore more Sydney dive sites.

Ocean & Shark Conservation

Beyond the shop, Andrew champions marine conservation through AWARE initiatives and community education. He loves showing divers how small actions — from good buoyancy to debris clean-ups — add up to healthier reefs and safer habitats for sharks.

Train or Dive with Andrew

Ready to Learn to Dive in Sydney or level up your skills with a supportive, knowledgeable instructor? Andrew and the Abyss team are here to help you get underwater with confidence.

Book your PADI Learn to Dive course or drop by the store to say hello.