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Learning to Dive in the Bahamas
Joshua Pramis |

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

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The Path to PADI Pro
Ariella Simke |

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.

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Buoyancy Calculator—How Much You Need in Dive Weights
Karl Shreeves |

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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A Diver Learns the Consequence of an Outdated Diving Practice
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What happens when a diver enters the water with a partially closed air valve? And what outdated practice led to this mishap? Find out here.
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Learn to Swim Like a Mermaid in This PADI Specialty Course
Megan Denny |
Take your mermaid training to the next level by learning artistic underwater movement in the PADI Aquatic Swimming Mermaid Distinctive Specialty.
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Abi Mullens |
What parent wouldn't love for their kids to follow in their...fin kicks? Before your littles can ever don a regulator, it's important for them to feel comfortable in the water.
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Solo Traveler’s Guide to Scuba Diving
Annie Crawley |
In this edition of "Ask Annie," our expert gives tips and tricks for joining dive trips as a solo traveler.
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Parts of a Rebreather and How They Work
Jay Clue |
Discover how a closed-circuit rebreather functions by following the path of your breath through the system.
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Szilvia Gogh and the Power of Diving Into Your Dreams
Allison Albritton |
From becoming the youngest female PADI Course Director to surviving cancer to working as a safety diver for Avatar, Szilvia Gogh’s life journey is sure to inspire divers looking to set positive intentions and achieve their dreams.
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Can Dental Work Cause Pain While Scuba Diving?
Melia Matthews |
In this Lessons for Life column, the cause of a diver's jaw pain is his dental work. Here's what you need to know about "tooth squeeze."

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