Women in Diving: Ocean Conservationists

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lesley rochat photo by scott smith From shark awareness to navigating underwater cave systems and creating entire Marine Protected Areas, these underwater heroines have made conservation their mission. Dr. Sylvia Earle Known as Her Deepness by the New Yorker, this iconic oceanographer needs no introduction. Dr. Sylvia Earle has been a National Geographic explorer-in-residence since 1998 and was the first female […]

Underwater Tour 2018: An Evening of Underwater Entertainment and Inspiration

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Sydney Five internationally acclaimed speakers are hitting the road to bring you four nights of underwater entertainment and inspiration in four Australian State Capitals as part of the Underwater Tour 2018. Join Jürgen Freund, Jason Isley, Dr Richard Smith and Darren Jew and Jasmine Carey as they discuss their journeys as underwater photographers. About the Speakers […]

Raja Ampat, Indonesia: Unparalleled Diversity in the Heart of the Coral Triangle

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The Man Behind the Shot Aaron Wong is a certified PADI Divemaster and an underwater photographer who started out his photography career in fashion. After developing an eye for detail which stands him in good stead below the surface, he now spends much of his time trying to spread the word about marine conservation through […]

I Love My PADI Pro 2018 Recognition Winners

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I love my padi pro contest winners With over 1,500 submissions from divers across the globe, this year’s I Love My PADI® Pro recognition affirmed, more than ever, the life changing impact that PADI® Professionals make on the lives of those discovering the underwater world.  Here at PADI, we recognize that our professionals are the heart and soul of our family. To […]

Dive Into a World of Opportunities

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scuba diving with jackfish Are you thinking about pursuing a career in the diving industry? Do you have a burning passion for diving but are not sure of how to turn it into a sustainable income? Are you a PADI Instructor and want to broaden your horizons beyond teaching courses? The greatest thing about working in the dive industry […]