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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).

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Uncategorized ⏱️ 5 min read

Things to Do for the Non-SCUBA Divers in Cozumel

Kick back and relax. There is plenty to do in Cozumel.      Imagine this. You have planned a wonderful SCUBA excursion…

Apr 29, 2021 Read Article →
Uncategorized ⏱️ 5 min read

SCUBA Diving in the Raleigh, NC Area

View of Lake Johnson, a popular city park in Raleigh, NC With its large wild outdoors, urban industrial architecture, and rich history…

Mar 19, 2021 Read Article →
Uncategorized ⏱️ 7 min read

Do I Need to be Scared of Sharks while Diving?

   From the depths of the ocean, the worst feared creature is the shark. Whenever we think of sharks the first image…

Feb 28, 2021 Read Article →
Scuba Education ⏱️ 3 min read

Can You SCUBA Dive in the Red Sea?

Red Sea coastline in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, Sinai Many people question the safety of Egypt’s Red Sea. It holds some of…

Jan 31, 2021 Read Article →
Scuba Education ⏱️ 7 min read

The Best and Most Extreme Destinations for Scuba Diving During the Winter Months

Diving under the ice during the Winter on Lake Baikal, Russia. Scuba Diving is not only for summer vacation. In Winter, a…

Dec 31, 2020 Read Article →
Uncategorized ⏱️ 3 min read

Side Mount SCUBA Certification

A diver with two cylinder tanks mounted on both sides of his body is using the side mount technique. Experienced Scuba divers…

Nov 30, 2020 Read Article →
Uncategorized ⏱️ 4 min read

How long does it take to get a SCUBA Certification

Diving instructor and students. Instructor teaches students to dive. Getting a PADI SCUBA certification should be on every underwater enthusiasts list. If…

Oct 27, 2020 Read Article →
Uncategorized ⏱️ 4 min read

SCUBA trip to Bonaire staying at Sand Dollar Resort

BONAIRE, CARIBBEAN – MARCH 26, 2017 : Kralendijk waterfront, capital city of Bonaire view from cruise ship in the port. Bonaire is…

Sep 30, 2020 Read Article →
Scuba Education ⏱️ 4 min read

Exercises That Help Your SCUBA Diving

Young ordinary man go in for sport at home. Freshman or beginner stretching with tow hands to one leg. Excercising alone in…

Sep 30, 2020 Read Article →
Uncategorized ⏱️ 3 min read

What is a Safe CO2 Level in Our SCUBA Tank Breathing Air?

scuba compressed air tank on boat. Ready for diving. When discussing SCUBA tank breathing air, people typically focus on oxygen levels for…

Sep 30, 2020 Read Article →
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