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PADI Through the Decades: the 2020s (So Far)

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Megan Denny
7 January, 2026

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An over under shot of a diver in a dry suit raising their hands out of the water and looking joyful. The shoreline in the background is covered in snow

PADI’s 60th Anniversary: Celebrating Six Decades of Making Diving Possible for Everyone

PADI's 60th anniversary celebration includes a world tour in 2026. Here are some major events in PADI's 60-year history.
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The Best Gift for Your Child Is Not a Toy

This year, why not share an experience with your child that strengthens your bond, boosts confidence, fosters curiosity, and creates lifelong memories?

Family Scuba Diving Trips Are More Popular Than Ever

At Kids Sea Camp family scuba diving trips, kids 4-18 learn about the ocean, see marine life in its natural habitat, and create unforgettable memories.
A mermaid doll atop a pile of debris removed from a lake in Switzerland

Marine Conservation Activities for Divers in Germany and Switzerland

Conservation activities in Germany and Switzerland for scuba divers, ocean lovers and people who want to help with local clean-up events.
A woman wears a 60th anniversary PADI shirt and walks on a beach, looking back over her shoulder at the camera.

Join PADI at Europe’s Biggest Dive Shows in 2026 To Celebrate PADI’s 60th Anniversary

Learn more about the European dive shows of 2026 in Paris, Düsseldorf, Houten, Bologna, Stoneleigh and Barcelona.
DEEP undersea habitats for humans

Meet the People Behind the Next Generation of Subsea Human Habitats

Meet the team behind DEEP, creating the latest subsea human habitats that will allow us to stay at depths of up to 200 meters (656 feet).
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