Safety Culture - diving in the zone
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“Thank [beep] for that! How lucky were we? We better not do that again.
Don’t tell anyone though, we don’t want to look like amateurs...”
Training
NAUI Launches Automated DAN Student Membership Program
The National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI) is proud to announce a groundbreaking advancement in diver safety: the launch of the DAN Student Membership Program automation, an initiative that streamlines the process of protecting student divers through free, automatic access to DAN Student Dive Accident Insurance.
Buddy Dive Resort Academy IDC Program
Buddy Dive Resort, one of Bonaire's premier diving destinations, continues to offer its IDC, a comprehensive and internationally recognized program that trains aspiring scuba instructors to the highest professional standards. Held year-round in the idyllic setting of Bonaire, the IDC at Buddy Dive has become the go-to course for divers looking to advance their careers and gain PADI Instructor certification.
Are you an aspiring diver looking to go professional? Buddy Dive academy offers the chance and resources for you to become an instructor.
Converted! Jacket to Wing BCD
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Andrey Bizyukin
There are pros and cons to using a wing BCD system, as well as the jacket-style BCD. Photo by Andrey Bizyukin.
What are the pros and cons of using a wing BCD system compared to a jacket-style BCD? Simon Pridmore and one of his readers share their views, experience and insights to help you decide which one is best for you.
Shoot Down This Myth
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Simon Pridmore
Photo by Peter Symes
A routine dive trip ended in tragedy for a newly certified, inexperienced diver. The novice did not die from illness or extreme conditions, but from a series of preventable oversights, misplaced assurances and long-standing assumptions about what beginners can safely manage. Simon Pridmore debunks these myths and offers practical advice on how to avoid such casual negligence.
NAUI Worldwide Announces 2025 NAUI International Technical Diving Summit
NAUI Worldwide is proud to extend a global invitation to the international diving community for the 2025 NAUI International Technical Diving Summit (NITDS), hosted by NAUI Affiliate North Florida Cave Training, taking place Friday, October 31 through Thursday, November 6, 2025, in Fort White, Florida.
Discover Florida Cave Diving
For divers worldwide, Florida is more than just shore and boat dives; it’s also home to some of the most legendary freshwater cave systems on the planet.
Announcing Bonaire TeK 2025 at Buddy Dive Resort
Buddy Dive Resort is getting ready for the 14th edition of Bonaire TeK – Caribbean’s premier tec diving event - set to take place September 27 through to October 3, 2025.
Controlled Ascent, Hidden Risk
Controlled Emergency Swimming Ascents (CESA) are a fundamental component of diver training, simulating ascent without a gas supply. Now, a new study led by Olivier Castagna and colleagues at the French Military Diving School has raised questions about whether this vital drill might be more taxing on the lungs than previously assumed.
Learning To Dive Back in the Day
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Simon Pridmore
Sultan’s Armed Forces (SAF) Beach Club in Oman in the 1980s
Scuba training has come a long way since its early days. Simon Pridmore takes an entertaining look back at what was required of students just a few decades ago.
Sport Diving in 2025 Is in a Good Place
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Courtesy of Purple Dive Penida
Divers in a pool session at Purple Dive Penida in Bali, Indonesia. Photo courtesy of Purple Dive Penida.
Recreational diving as a sport today is in a better state than commonly thought just two decades ago. Simon Pridmore takes a closer look and offers insights into the positive developments in diving.
Surface Support: The Most Important People in Your World
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When divers face unforeseen conditions, the actions they and the dive crew take at the surface can significantly impact the outcome. Simon Pridmore shares his personal experience and insights on handling challenges on a dive.