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Scuba News
March 26, 2025 by HAL
The British Sub-Aqua Club (BSAC) successfully completed the Menai Boat Run 2025. This event featured multiple diving activities and aimed to promote scuba diving within the community. Participants explored the beautiful marine environments of the Menai Strait, showcasing the vibrant underwater life. The event also helped strengthen camaraderie among divers and raise awareness about ocean […]
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March 24, 2025 by HAL
Rob Hinton, a former Royal Navy Mine Clearance Diver, dedicates his life to diving. After learning to scuba dive in Cape Town in 1999, he had a 22-year career as a military and commercial diver. In 2021, he founded the Hold Fast Challenges to inspire people through diving experiences. His mission is to promote a […]
March 21, 2025 by HAL
A 27-year-old man named Brian Dorine died when a scuba tank exploded at a dive center in Pointe-aux-Piments, Mauritius. He was filling the tank when the blast occurred, killing him instantly. Sudden tank failures are rare but can happen due to stress fractures from misuse or overfilling. Proper maintenance, including a burst disc in the […]
March 20, 2025 by HAL
Aggressor Adventures is offering a free Mares Puck 4 dive computer worth $400 to travelers who book a liveaboard trip. This promotion is available for trips booked from March 19 to April 2, 2025, for travel between November 1, 2025, and February 28, 2026. To claim the dive computer, guests must make the deposit and […]
Westfield Sub Aqua and Marine Insurance Services offers specialized travel insurance for activities like scuba diving and cruising. With over 40 years of experience, they provide tailored coverage at competitive prices, comparable to standard travel insurance. Their policies include options for both single trips and annual multi-trip policies, with no age limit on single trip […]
March 19, 2025 by HAL
The Law of Primacy states that what you learn first is what sticks with you. In scuba diving, this means it’s crucial for instructors to teach correct techniques from the very beginning. If a diver learns something incorrectly, it can be challenging to “unlearn” that habit later. Instructors must emphasize proper skills and techniques, as […]
March 17, 2025 by HAL
Dive BVI is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a leading dive operator in the British Virgin Islands. Founded in 1975 on Virgin Gorda, it became a PADI training center in 1980 and later joined the Scuba Schools International in 2011. The company provides diverse diving experiences and educates the local community about marine ecology. Despite […]
Share your most memorable scuba diving experience for a chance to win a drysuit! This contest allows you to showcase the moments that left a lasting impression on you during your dives. Whether it’s an encounter with marine life or a beautiful underwater feature, your stories can inspire others. Participants are encouraged to be creative […]
March 15, 2025 by HAL
Josh Bratchley, a cave diver who helped rescue a Thai soccer team, needed rescuing himself in Tennessee. While exploring Mill Pond cave, he became separated from his group. After unsuccessful attempts to find him, his team called for emergency help. Rescuer Ed Sorenson found Josh alive in an air pocket. Sorenson praised Josh for staying […]
March 12, 2025 by HAL
The 2025 class of inductees for the International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame is remarkable because it features all women for the first time. These women have made significant contributions to scuba diving, including safety, innovation, and exploration. Notable inductees include Simone Melchoir-Cousteau, known for co-inventing the Aqualung, and Anne Hasson, who transformed the liveaboard […]
March 10, 2025 by HAL
Aqualung has launched a new BCD (Buoyancy Control Device) finder tool to help divers choose the right equipment. Similar to their earlier regulator finder tool, this new tool requires users to answer a few simple questions about their diving style and needs. In just about two minutes, divers can receive personalized recommendations for BCD models […]
March 8, 2025 by HAL
The Mares Force-X LiquidSkin mask offers a strong and comfortable design for divers. It fits well, even for those with facial hair, which usually causes leaks in other masks. The mask features quick-release metal clips that allow for easy lens changes and customization. Overall, it provides excellent comfort and functionality, making it a great choice […]
March 6, 2025 by HAL
This post highlights 14 must-read books about the ocean, divided into categories like fiction, non-fiction, and children’s literature. Fiction includes stories about the haenyeo women freedivers and magical underwater adventures. Non-fiction titles explore topics like freediving, octopuses, sharks, whales, and deep-sea ecology. For younger audiences, books celebrate ocean exploration and conservation, making it easier to […]
March 1, 2025 by HAL
This week’s episode of ScubaRadio features a live broadcast from the Caribbean Explorer II liveaboard. Greg The Divemaster and his friends share experiences and insights from their scuba cruise. Listeners can enjoy lively discussions about diving and the underwater world. It’s a great opportunity for new divers to learn more about liveaboards and diving adventures.
February 25, 2025 by HAL
rEvo has introduced new dual cam band fixation brackets designed for scuba diving tanks. These brackets improve on previous DIY versions by preventing the lower cam band from slipping down the tank. They feature a better design with an angled bracket to securely hold tanks in place. The cost of the new brackets is approximately […]
Diventures is seeking passionate individuals to join their team, which focuses on safety and fun in water activities. They have job openings for swim teachers, scuba instructors, and retail management at 18 locations in the U.S. Employees can enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for advancement in various aquatics roles. Benefits include special pricing […]
February 23, 2025 by HAL
The February 2025 editorial highlights the common marketing challenges faced by businesses in the recreational diving industry. It emphasizes the importance of having a clear understanding of the business’s core focus, whether it be equipment, instruction, or travel. Proper strategic planning, beginning with a solid analysis of the business’s current situation, is essential for growth […]
February 19, 2025 by HAL
Jenny Stock, a talented underwater photographer, recently visited the new underwater exhibit at LEGOLAND in Windsor, UK. This exhibit showcases impressive LEGO models of marine life alongside real sea animals like Squeak the zebra shark and Pablo the guitarfish. Jenny expressed her excitement about collaborating on this project, emphasizing how it helps educate families about […]
February 18, 2025 by HAL
Dr. Sylvia Earle has been named the first PADI Emeritus AmbassaDiver. She is a renowned diver, marine biologist, and oceanographer, recognized for her dedication to ocean conservation and scuba diving. Through her AmbassaDiver role, she aims to inspire others to explore and protect the ocean. Earle’s extensive work includes founding the Mission Blue Foundation, which […]
February 10, 2025 by HAL
DYNAMICNORD has launched the RF-40 open-heel fin, designed for both technical and recreational diving. Its innovative blade has water channels that enhance propulsion and stability. The fin features a tool-free adjustable bungee strap, making it compatible with neoprene boots and drysuits. It also includes a large finger loop for easy handling while wearing gloves. The […]
February 4, 2025 by HAL
Scuba Financial Services offers insurance that is specially designed for scuba divers. This coverage provides financial protection in case of accidents and emergencies while diving. It is important for divers to have insurance to cover medical expenses and potential rescue situations. Scuba insurance can help ensure safety and peace of mind underwater, allowing divers to […]
January 29, 2025 by HAL
Sea Sports Distributors, a well-established company in Hawaii’s dive industry, is hiring for a Sales Rep/Manager position. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of scuba, free diving, and snorkeling, along with computer and social media skills. Responsibilities include building customer relationships, driving sales growth, and managing inventory. The role offers a chance for promotion to […]
January 28, 2025 by HAL
Barrington “BJ” Scott has made history by setting a Guinness World Record for the fastest scuba dive across all seven continents, completing the journey in just 19 days, 19 hours, and 40 minutes. His journey began in 2015 in the Bahamas, and he became a master scuba instructor three years ago. Scott aims to inspire […]
January 26, 2025 by HAL
The diving industry includes all businesses related to diving, such as equipment sales, training, and travel. It consists of divers who participate for leisure and those who earn a living by diving, referred to as Dive Industry Professionals. Diving can be categorized into recreational activities like snorkeling and scuba diving, as well as trade professions. […]
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