Diving instructors need to recognize Performance Influencing Factors (PIFs). PIFs include physical, psychological, environmental, and social aspects. Students may struggle due to fatigue, cold, or anxiety. Instructors can also feel pressure, affecting their teaching. It’s important to manage these factors for a safe learning environment.
DEEP is creating new underwater habitats for divers and researchers. These habitats will allow safe living at depths of 200 meters. Experts at DEEP include engineers and scientists with vast experience. They see these habitats as a chance to explore the ocean better. This technology aims to expand our understanding of marine life and underwater…
World Manta Day is on September 17, 2025. The Manta Trust will host events, including online talks and a London gathering, to promote manta ray conservation. Participants can enter a prize draw for a liveaboard trip in the Maldives. The campaign #SaveTheMantas encourages sharing photos to raise awareness. Strong protections are needed to help these…
Shark Reef Marine Reserve is Fiji’s first shark sanctuary. It protects various shark species like tiger and bull sharks. Local communities stopped fishing the area in exchange for dive fees. Ongoing research helps understand sharks and prevent illegal fishing. Scuba divers contribute to the economy by visiting this unique marine habitat.
Muck diving is popular in the Lembeh Strait, Indonesia. This area has unique critters, unlike typical coral diving. The seabed is mostly black volcanic sand with murky visibility. Divers often spot pygmy seahorses, frogfish, and flamboyant cuttlefish. Night dives reveal rare creatures like bobbit worms and blue ringed octopuses.
Scuba diving in Dubai is a thrilling adventure throughout the year. The best time to dive is from November to March, when water temperatures are cooler. For beginners, sites like Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Beach are excellent. Advanced divers can explore wrecks like the MV Dara and Zainab Wreck. Dive centers offer many packages suitable…
Identifying whale sex helps scientists assess their population health. Traditional methods can take years and are invasive. A new study uses environmental DNA (eDNA) from seawater to determine sex. This method is less invasive and offers quick results. Understanding whale demographics is vital for their conservation.
Jason Belport has been honored as a Local Honouree for the 2025 International Scuba Diving Hall of Fame. He has over 30 years of experience in Cayman’s dive community. Belport is recognized for his leadership, mentorship, and ocean conservation efforts. He began as a Divemaster in 1996 and has helped make Cayman a diving hotspot….
SSI North America is growing and has added two new Key Account Managers, Vicki Miller and Ken Konyshak. Vicki has over 17 years of experience as a scuba instructor and trainer. Ken has nearly 40 years in the dive community and a strong focus on education and dive center operations. Both will help SSI Training…
Many divers stop logging their dives after a while. However, keeping a dive log has many benefits. Modern computers can store dive details easily. A dive log isn’t just about facts; it’s a personal journal of experiences. It helps remember feelings and changes in the ocean over time, making every dive special.