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What is the PADI IDC? The Instructor Development Course (IDC) is made up of two parts – the Assistant Instructor (AI) course and the Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) program. Most dive professionals complete the entire IDC and go on to attend an Instructor Examination (IE), which is the final step to earn a PADI Instructor certification. This process … Read more
Barotrauma is the damage caused to ears, lungs, or other parts of the body by a change in air pressure. It occurs when the atmospheric pressure changes, for example during ascent or descent during scuba diving. Barotraumas can also occur near bodies of water from sudden change in ambient air volume due to wave motion. … Read more
The Art of Free Diving: Exploring the Depths of the Ocean Without Air Free diving is one of the most fascinating and primal ways to explore the ocean. It strips away the need for bulky equipment, relying solely on the diver’s breath and ability to navigate the underwater world. Whether it’s for the thrill of … Read more
Diving is a great sport, but it can be expensive to get started. As someone who has done diving before, I know the feeling of having to choose between your hobbies and your bank account. Luckily for you, there are countries that offer cheap diving lessons! A lot of people think that scuba diving is … Read more
In this humorous blog post, we’ll explore 12 ways to fail your PADI Open Water exam so that you know what not to do on the big day. From forgetting wetsuit defogger and mask strap pins, to not knowing how to use a dive compass or which hand signal is used for emergency ascent, here … Read more
PADI is a diving organization that was founded in 1966. PADI stands for Professional Association of Diving Instructors and it offers scuba instruction to people all over the world. The main hand signals used by PADI are easy to learn, making them perfect for beginners! Preview our printable Hand Signals Guide. PADI Hand Signals: Here … Read more
What is the best way to prepare for a cave diving excursion? The answer may be surprising. “Scuba Diving Tips for Cave Divers – Scuba tips best practices when exploring underwater caves. You see, many people think that you need to spend months preparing before venturing into underwater caves. This couldn’t be further from the … Read more
Diving can be a great hobby, but it is important to pick the right dive buddy. The next time you are looking for someone to go on a dive with, follow these 7 tips and strategies: 1) Pick someone who shares your interests. 2) Try out new divers before going diving together. 3) Avoid diving … Read more
Do you have what it takes to scuba dive with no experience? The first step is to get your PADI Open Water certification. The Open Water Diver course is the world’s most popular scuba diving qualification, and it allows you to dive safely in open water as far down as 18 metres (60 feet), providing … Read more
Divers are a unique bunch. We all have our own preferences when it comes to diving gear, and no one is ever fully prepared for the next adventure unless they have every type of equipment available. One of the most important pieces of equipment that divers need is their fins, but how many pairs should … Read more