Learning to Dive in the Bahamas

The Bahamas is home to calm, crystal-clear waters suited for beginner divers. Here, one diver hones their skills after getting certified in paradise.

The Path to PADI Pro

A special bond forges between a new diver and their instructor; it can be so strong it inspires the student to one day become a teacher. Here's the story of one diver who did just that.

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.

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How To Identify Decompression Sickness — AKA The Bends

Have you ever had the bends? Here's how to self-diagnose decompression sickness (DCS) after scuba diving so that you know when to see a doctor.

How To Perform the Ultimate Buoyancy Check

Are you struggling to know how much weight you need diving? The key to effortless neutral buoyancy under water takes place on the surface — here's the test!

How to Make a Perfect Shore Entry for Scuba Diving

Want to learn how to make shore-diving entries easier? Here are our tips and tricks to perfect your shore-diving techniques.

How to Navigate Underwater and Avoid Getting Lost on a Dive

Do you know what to do if you can't find the dive boat? Here are our tips for nailing underwater navigation — and never getting lost underwater again.

Scuba Diving Tips: Easy Ways to Exit the Surf

Exiting a dive on the shore can be a challenge, but here are our expert tips on how to return to the beach like a pro!

How to Make a Ladderless Deep-Water Exit after Scuba Diving

How do you get back onboard Zodiaks, dinghies or other small boats when there's no ladder? Follow our fail-proof tips.

10 Scuba Diving Safety Rules for Avoiding Emergencies

What causes divers to die, and how can you avoid the mistakes? Here's a list of top 10 causes for scuba diving deaths and what you can do to prevent them.

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.