How Much is Too Much? The reality of sexual abuse in the dive industry

Sexual abuse is a serious issue in the dive industry. Trust is vital between instructors and students. Many divers have faced harassment or witnessed others being mistreated. The majority of harassment cases involve dive professionals, often undetected or unreported. It’s crucial for dive agencies to implement better safety measures and support for victims.

Navigation, Connectivity, Control: Forging the Next Chapter of Dive Technology

Advances in dive technology are improving underwater navigation. Garmin’s new S1 buoy introduces underwater GPS for divers. This buoy maintains connections better than previous models, offering helpful guidance. Future updates could enhance features like underwater maps and multi-buoy networks. New wireless systems are also improving rebreather safety and efficiency for divers.

Italian Female pioneer: Interview with Carla Binelli

Carla Binelli is Italy’s first female technical diver and instructor. She began her diving journey in 1972 while working in the Maldives. Carla helped to develop technical diving in Italy, focusing on wreck exploration and advanced diving techniques. She emphasizes the importance of careful planning and discipline in technical diving. Carla inspires many female divers…

ROPALA: Cave Diving Internships Training for Indonesia’s Next Generation of underwater cave explorers

Indonesia has incredible underwater caves that are not fully explored. ROPALA helps young explorers train for cave diving for free. The program builds skills in safety and teamwork while promoting conservation. Participants use top-notch equipment thanks to local and international support. This initiative encourages local leadership in cave exploration.

Easydive Partners with InDEPTH: Exclusive 7% Discount, Cash Back, and More for Our FREE Subscribers

Easydive has partnered with InDEPTH to offer a 7% discount for subscribers. They provide additional perks like 1% cash back for future purchases and an exclusive gadget with each order. Subscribers will also have a chance to win a free Easydive housing by the end of 2025. Easydive is known for making high-quality underwater photography…

Top Tips for Diving Instructors: Leadership – Creating the space for others to be heard

Diving instructors must create a safe space for all voices. Many divers feel uncomfortable speaking up due to authority gaps. Instructors should encourage questions and concerns during dives and debriefs. It’s important to recognize the power dynamics at play in diving teams. Listening to everyone helps create a culture of trust and learning, improving safety…