
PADI Women’s Dive Day has been a huge success over the last two years. In association with our annual event, we are shining the spotlight on some fantastic women in diving who have, and continue to do amazing work within the scuba diving industry. Here we interview Hannah Pragnell-Raasch; PADI® diver, marine biologist and proud Project […]

The PADI Scholarship Program offers PADI diver training programs to people who would otherwise be limited to accessing these opportunities. It aims to create life changing employment prospects while fostering conservation-minded ocean ambassadors. Written by Sari and Roy, PADI Scholarship recipients. Becoming PADI Divemasters is transforming our lives. The AquaMarine Diving – Bali “Zero to […]

Less than 30% of our planet is made up of land so as divers we are extremely privileged to be able to explore some of the other 70%. Not all of our oceans are bordered by coral reefs however, with some excellent diving and stunning marine life able to be found in areas where you […]

This video follows a group of friends enjoying a weekend’s diving in the UK. It’s a wonderful taster of what this cold-water destination has to offer: boat dives, shore dives, wreck diving, reef diving, plentiful marine life and a very special encounter with seals. Whether you prefer to end your day with a cold beer […]

Here is a list of famous scuba divers. These celebrities underwater love escaping the real world and exploring what's beneath the surface.

As part of our Women in Diving series in conjunction with PADI Women’s Dive Day, we sat down with Dr. Erika Sullivan, a Canadian veterinarian now living and working in Australia. She discussed her passion for sharks and what inspired her to become a PADI Professional. Tell us about your work with sharks. Where did your passion for […]