Difference Between Freediving and Snorkeling

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Written by Sophie Gaze I caught the freediving bug, without knowing it, when I was a newly certified PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor working in Hawaii. One of my salty-dog coworkers told me that once I had mastered the recreational world of scuba, the next phase would be to “lose the tank.” He was referring […]

2,100 Dives in Antarctica with Rob Robbins

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Antarctica diving Photo: Rob Robbins   Antarctica is certainly not a normal location most people consider when it comes to dive destinations. White sand beaches and tropical waters are replaced with flat sea ice and unfathomably cold temperatures–especially when it comes time to jump in the water.  As for Dive Supervisor of the U.S. Antarctic Program, Rob Robbins, it’s as normal as […]

8 Tips for Beginner Freedivers

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Freediver Mandy Sumner Photo: John Dornellas When it comes to exploring a new challenge like freediving, it’s wise to know a few tips and tricks to get you started. We reached out to PADI Freediver Instructor Trainer and World Champion freediver, Mandy Sumner to get her expert advice for those ready to experience the peace of the underwater world on a single breath. Click […]

Visit the PADI Booth (#503) at Beneath the Sea 2017

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Join PADI staff at Beneath the Sea in Secaucus, New Jersey, 24-26 March 2017. This year’s show promises to be an exciting weekend featuring informative seminars and workshops, contests, exhibits and a weekend film festival! At the show, learn about the latest in underwater photography and wreck diving or explore exotic dive locations like the […]

PADI AmbassaDiver Birgitta Mueck Talks Wildlife Conservation and Underwater Filming

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Birgitta Wildlife Header Photo Boris Unger We caught up with PADI AmbassaDiver, Birgitta Mueck, to talk about her passion for wildlife conservation and her work with Crystal Water Film Production… What inspired you to take up underwater photography & videography? It all started with my early passion for the ocean and its many charming inhabitants. As a small kid […]