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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Dive Speak: The A to Z of Dive and Gear Lingo — A

ScubaLab Director John Brumm has devoted decades to to testing scuba gear. In Dive Speak he explains scuba gear terms from A to Z. Today, the letter "A."

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