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November 4, 2024 by HAL
The new PADI Courses Locator helps beginners and certified divers easily find courses that match their needs. It features a simple interface with filters for location, course type, experience level, price, and more. New divers will see nearby Open Water courses based on their location, making it easy to start their diving journey. The system […]
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PADI is actively investing in marketing campaigns aimed at attracting new divers and supporting existing members. They created tools to help dive centers and professionals gain more certifications and leads. One initiative allows certified divers to invite others to start their learning journey with discounts on courses. PADI also launched the Master Scuba Diver Challenge […]
November 1, 2024 by HAL
The Underwater Photographer of the Year (UPY) contest for 2025 is now accepting entries from November 1, 2024, until January 4, 2025. This year marks the contest’s 60th anniversary and features a partnership with PADI as a category sponsor. The competition includes 12 main categories, such as Wide Angle and Macro, and introduces a new […]
October 31, 2024 by HAL
Cozumel Marine World, located at Casa Del Mar Resort, is excited to participate in the DEMA Show 2024 in Las Vegas. Jorge Marin, a dive industry veteran, will welcome guests at Booth #3033. DEMA Show is a great opportunity for the team to reconnect with divers and arrange future trips. Cozumel Marine World continues to […]
The PADI EMEA Advanced Training Academy is a program for new PADI Instructors or those feeling less confident. This academy helps instructors gain additional skills and knowledge, increasing their confidence and employability. It offers interactive workshops, available in-person or online, over varying lengths of time. The program also adds to your resume and earns you […]
October 28, 2024 by HAL
PADI will showcase the 32nd annual Scuba Diving magazine’s Readers Choice Awards at the DEMA Show 2024 in Las Vegas. The awards honor the best dive destinations, resorts, operators, and liveaboards, based on votes from over 8,500 readers. More than 100 dive centers and resorts from 20 countries will be recognized, providing helpful resources for […]
VIP Diving in Bonaire is not just a top-rated recreational dive center, but also the leading facility for PADI technical diving training on the island. They offer a wide range of technical diving courses, including options for both new and experienced divers, such as PADI Tec 40 and Tec 50. Their team includes highly trained […]
October 24, 2024 by HAL
PADI has announced extensive plans for the DEMA Show 2024 to support its members, aiming to enhance diver acquisition and retention. Events include awards, networking breakfasts, training programs, and mini-seminars, all designed to give PADI Members a competitive edge going into 2025. Notable activities feature PADI’s Reader’s Choice Awards, a sustainability panel, and numerous educational […]
October 20, 2024 by HAL
Toucan Diving at Plaza Beach and Dive Resort in Bonaire has launched a new PADI Mermaid Training program. This program allows guests to experience swimming with a monofin or mermaid tail without any prerequisites. Participants, ages 6 and older, can join a one-hour class that includes a briefing and a water session. For those interested […]
October 18, 2024 by HAL
The PADI EMEA Advanced Training Academy offers a new business opportunity for PADI Course Directors. This program aims to help new or inactive PADI Instructors feel more confident in their roles. It includes interactive workshops that can be done online or in person. Although it doesn’t provide certification, it gives seminar credits to participants and […]
October 14, 2024 by HAL
PADI is sponsoring the “Up & Coming” category at the Underwater Photography of the Year (UPY) 2025 competition. This category is open to photographers who haven’t won major competitions and want to showcase their underwater work. You can use any type of camera, from action cameras to smartphones. The competition encourages creativity and unique perspectives […]
September 29, 2024 by HAL
PADI has launched a new global referral program to encourage divers to recruit friends and family as dive buddies. Through this program, any PADI diver can give a 15% discount on the e-learning part of an open water course to someone they refer. In return, the referring diver will get a 30-day membership to the […]
PADI has launched a global referral program called “Seek Adventure. Save the Ocean Together.” This initiative encourages certified divers to invite friends and family to dive, rewarding both parties with discounts and access to special benefits. PADI aims to grow its community of ocean lovers by offering a 15% discount on eLearning courses and a […]
September 27, 2024 by HAL
Arndt Kemper and Patrick Middendorf founded PADI Dive Center Taucher Nordhessen in December 2022, successfully building their diving school with the support of PADI. They valued PADI’s effective training programs, marketing tools, and assistance with bureaucracy, which helped them create quality diving courses. Becoming a PADI Five Star IDC Center, they also focus on environmental […]
Ipah Uid Lynn is an accomplished underwater photographer from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, who has spent over 15 years perfecting her craft. She started with macro photography and expanded into wide-angle and creative shots, capturing the beauty of the ocean. As a PADI instructor, she shares her passion and knowledge of the underwater world with others. […]
September 24, 2024 by HAL
PADI has launched a new global referral program called “Seek Adventure. Save the Ocean Together” to drive business for diving. This program encourages certified divers to recruit friends and family as new dive buddies. Participants can share a 15% discount link for the PADI Open Water eLearning course, which also rewards the referrer with a […]
September 20, 2024 by HAL
In October and November 2024, New Zealand will host risk management seminars focused on diving safety. These seminars will cover real incidents and best practices for safe diving. Certificates of excellence will be awarded to PADI members. All PADI members can attend, making it a great opportunity for new divers and experienced professionals alike. Bring […]
September 19, 2024 by HAL
PADI has launched a global referral program to encourage current divers to recruit friends and family. The “Seek Adventure; Save the Ocean Together” initiative offers a 15 percent discount on the Open Water eLearning course for new divers, while referring divers receive a 30-day trial of PADI Club membership. This membership provides various benefits, including […]
September 11, 2024 by HAL
PADI has partnered with Freshfield, a plant-based nutrition company, to promote ocean conservation. Freshfield will support PADI’s AWARE Foundation initiatives, which include protecting vulnerable marine species and participating in a global shark and ray census. This collaboration aims to raise awareness about ocean issues like overfishing and plastic pollution. Freshfield’s approach focuses on sustainability, offering […]
Freshfield, a company that makes plant-based Omega-3 supplements from algae, is teaming up with PADI to protect the ocean. This partnership focuses on reducing threats to endangered species, especially sharks and rays, by 25%. Their collaboration aims for significant ocean conservation, including supporting the protection of coral reefs and fighting climate change. Freshfield’s sustainable products […]
September 1, 2024 by HAL
PADI AWARE Week 2024 runs from September 14 to 22, focusing on reducing ocean plastic pollution. Divers can participate in four main activities: taking the Dive Against Debris Specialty Course to learn how to collect and report marine debris, making every dive a survey dive to document ocean conditions, hosting local Dive Against Debris events […]
August 24, 2024 by HAL
PADI is offering incentives to its members to encourage participation in the 2025 European Dive show season. Members will benefit from prime exhibit placements and various support services. These dive shows present valuable opportunities for businesses to connect with divers looking for their next adventure, thus promoting a united community passionate about the ocean. Read […]
August 18, 2024 by HAL
PADI has launched a new mermaid program for people who want to experience the fun of underwater diving like mermaids. This program doesn’t require any prior scuba or freediving certifications and includes various levels for students, starting from the PADI Discover Mermaid Experience up to the Advanced Mermaid Course. The goal is to provide training […]
August 13, 2024 by HAL
Joining PADI Club is a great first step for aspiring divers. It offers educational resources, discounts on eLearning courses, and a free refresher program for returning divers. Members can connect with the diving community, receive a subscription to Scuba Diving magazine, and support ocean conservation efforts. Read the full article at blog.padi.com
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