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Scuba Diving Training

Learn about scuba diving skills, trainings, certifications and lessons on how to make your scuba bottom time safe, fun and lasting! Also, see what it's like to scuba dive in crazy situations, read our Lessons for Life, get underwater photography tutorials and check out expert scuba dive hacks for any and every dive condition.

Buoyancy Calculator—How Much You Need in Dive Weights

Struggling to find the right amount of weight for scuba diving? Here's how you can test and calculate just how much weight you need for scuba diving.

The Ultimate Guide to Nitrox Diving

What is nitrox diving, what are the benefits of nitrox vs. air and how do you get your enriched air certification? Here’s everything divers need to know.

How to Find a Doctor for Scuba Medical Advice

It's wise to schedule a medical checkup before embarking on a dive trip—even better if you can see a doctor who specializes in diving. Thankfully, there are resources to help you find one.

Recent Articles

There's Magic in Low Viz For Divers Who Know How to Look

The distinctive greenery between you and your buddy is likely the result of some exuberant biology, a productive party of photosynthetic plant plankton.

How to Take an Uncommon Photo of the Common Clownfish

Clownfish can still win an underwater photo contest if you can create a standout image. Here's how to pull it off.

How a Diopter Can Improve Your Macro Photography

Macro diopters reduce your minimum focus, magnify the subject and create a crisper image.

Great Gifts for New Scuba Divers

Gear, gift cards, books and more that are ideal for anyone just starting on their diving journey.

How Much of the Ocean Has Been Explored? 17 of Your Ocean Questions, Answered.

Marine biologist Dr. David Shiffman provides the ocean facts you want to know in this marine Q&A!

What is a PADI Tec 40 Course?

Becoming a technical diver starts with learning how to use new equipment and air blends.

How to Check Water Conditions When Planning a Dive

Maps for marine navigation and weather, as well as tide and nautical charts, are some of the tools that can help you read ocean conditions.