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Training Articles

Lessons for Life: A Not-So-Smart Night Dive

There’s nothing underwater worth risking your life — whether it’s money, jewelry or a cellphone.

What It's Like to be a Female Army Diver

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a diver for the Army? Well, it's not easy! Lt. Christie Plackis tells us the story of her journey through the grueling program.

Florida Goliath Grouper Spawning: An Underwater Orgy

Goliath grouper spawning off Florida's coast is an epic adventure if you're lucky enough to find the party.

Terrible Beauty: 11 Risky Reef Dwellers

We all know that we should avoid touching a reef. But are you aware of the many common reef inhabitants that are capable of inflicting a painful, and occasionally fatal, wound? Check out underwater photographer Judy G’s gallery of beautiful but dangerous underwater creatures.

Ask an Expert: Are Oil Rigs Good or Bad for the Environment?

Are oil rigs good or bad for the environment? Our scuba diving experts explore both sides of the issue as it relates to Monterey, California's oil rigs. For more on marine conservation, go to scubadiving.com.

Lessons for Life: Lose Your Focus, Lose Your Life

Getting caught up in the moment turns a son’s first ocean dive into his father’s last. Losing focus during a dive leads to tragedy for this dad.

How To Prep Your Brand-New Dive Computer for Scuba Diving

Before you get in the water with your brand-new dive computer, here are our best tips for prepping it so that it's ready for its first scuba dive.

Lessons for Life: Fatal One-Way Trip to the Bottom

Being overweighted in unfamiliar gear leads to a fatal descent. Sadly, this tragedy spells out how important knowing your dive gear is and how it can mean the difference between life and death. Another installment in our dive-training series, Lessons For Life.

What It's Like To Dive In Near Freezing Water

Thinking about getting your drysuit certification? Read what it's like to get certified in the freezing-cold waters in England. This advanced dive certification may be a challenge, but it unlocks a new realm of underwater adventure.