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Five Amazing Underwater Caves and the Training You Need to Dive Them

Thinking about scuba diving in caves? These five courses — from entry-level to advanced — will prepare you for the thrilling experience of cave exploration.

What It Takes to Scuba Dive in Arctic Conditions

How scuba divers prepare for scuba diving in arctic regions, such as Antarctica, Greenland, Norway and more.

Point of No Return | Lessons for Life

Three scuba divers find trouble after entering the off-limits section of a shipwreck in this Lessons for Life scuba diving accident analysis.

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.

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.

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.

Scuba Diving Tips: How To Equalize Every Time

Wondering why you can't equalize during a dive? If you're struggling to clear your ears, here's how you can avoid ear squeezes forever.

A Drysuit Disaster | Lessons for Life

Unfamiliar with how to properly dive with a drysuit, a scuba diver gets in serious trouble in this Lessons for Life scuba diving accident analysis.

Bad Buddies Learn a Lesson About Scuba Safety | Lessons for Life

Annoyed by his photographer buddy, a scuba diver forgets his basic training in this Lessons for Life scuba diving accident analysis.