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Practical advice on scuba certifications, gear selection, North Carolina wreck diving guides, and training tips from PADI Master Instructor Kevin Alexander (#33230).

All Articles Scuba Education (46) Scuba Equipment (6) Uncategorized (31)
Scuba Education ⏱️ 6 min read

Your Unforgettable Excursion to the Florida Keys

key west island florida highway and bridges over the sea aerial view panorama If you live in the United States or Northern…

Dec 30, 2022 Read Article →
Scuba Education ⏱️ 4 min read

Your Crash Guide to Becoming a SCUBA Diver

Beautiful underwater documentaries, photos, and experiences are shared online regularly amongst the SCUBA diving community. Considered water recreation, this activity does not…

Nov 30, 2022 Read Article →
Scuba Education ⏱️ 5 min read

Conquer Your SCUBA Dives with These Helpful Yoga Exercises

What do yoga and one of the world’s most technical sports have in common? They both require a hard deep breath. Ever…

Oct 31, 2022 Read Article →
Uncategorized ⏱️ 3 min read

Three New Marine Species Discovered 2022

This year divers have been able to get out more than usual. While there have been frequent discoveries of marine species, our…

Sep 30, 2022 Read Article →
Scuba Equipment ⏱️ 3 min read

Why You Need a Perdix 2 Dive Computer from Shearwater

The Perdix 2 dive computer, a cutting-edge computer with attachable components, sleek design, and reliable strength, is a must for the serious…

Aug 31, 2022 Read Article →
Scuba Equipment ⏱️ 4 min read

How to Find the Correct SCUBA Dive Watch

closeup watch for diver with orange dial Diving watches can range in price from $100,000 range to $25. This huge price difference…

Jul 31, 2022 Read Article →
Uncategorized ⏱️ 5 min read

Surviving a Shark Attack While Cage Diving

Great White shark while coming to you on deep blue ocean background Have you ever dared to cage dive with the Great…

Jun 30, 2022 Read Article →
Scuba Education ⏱️ 4 min read

Five Unforgettable Romantic Dive Destinations

happy young romantic couple in love have fun running and relaxing on beautiful beach   If you are a SCUBA enthusiast on…

May 30, 2022 Read Article →
Scuba Education ⏱️ 5 min read

Why Diving in Greenland is a Bucket List Must

When people think about their diving bucket list, the Great Barrier Reef, Cancun, and the Bahamas usually come to mind. While these…

Apr 27, 2022 Read Article →
Scuba Education ⏱️ 4 min read

7 Beautiful and Unique Swimming Holes for SCUBA Diving

There are places where brave divers dare to dive. Secret swimming holes and springs throughout the Western Hemisphere have drawn attention on…

Mar 30, 2022 Read Article →
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