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Drew Richardson

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He Became an Instructor Because He Wanted To Be Better At Not Being One

There are many reasons why a PADI Divemaster would want to go on to become an Instructor. Read all about one instructor's story.
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Make Your Dive Checks More Effective with 指差喚呼 (Shisa Kanko)

Learn how applying Shisa Kanko can take your dive safety checks to the next level, whether you're alone or with a buddy.
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Healing and Learning While You Sleep

Sleep contributes to healthy brain ecology and is actually part of learning anything. Here's why that's important for divers.
christ of the abyss florida

Diving Icon and the Healing Power of Diving

Anyone who’s dived the US Florida Keys knows about the famous Christ of the Abyss or has dived it. But do you know how the statue got there?
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Introverts and Diving

Are most divers introverts or extroverts? The answer is complicated. CEO Drew Richardson explains why diving appeals to all.
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An Important Word for Your Diver Vocabulary

Learn more about the new "I'm not feeling well" hand signal currently being introduced into the sport of scuba diving.
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