
Click to display the embedded YouTube video “The direction of my career developed through PADI. Professionally, I was a graphic designer and photographer while I developed my scuba skills through continuing education. Taking ongoing classes helped me be a part of a community of like-minded divers who put safety first and had fun all the […]

Wanto make the most of your time underwater? Check out this two-part blog post that outlines the things you can do between dive trips that will help to improve your diving.
Following the PADI Course Director Training Course (CDTC) in the Dominican Republic which took place in June this year, Thomas J Koch became PADI’s very first deaf Course Director. The CDTC trains experienced PADI Master Instructors from all over the world in the responsibilities and duties of a PADI Course Director. PADI Course Directors […]

Click to display the embedded YouTube video “To me “My PADI” means adventure, exploration, education, and conservation. The underwater world is a true wonder. It doesn’t matter how many dives I do, each time I am mesmerized by nature’s incredible beauty. There is so much still to be explored and PADI aids in nurturing that […]

We all have a story to tell. PADI divers and members, especially. Every day we hear and trade stories, pictures and videos of the incredible and unique experiences we have as divers. So, what’s your story? This month, we’re asking PADI supporters to share their story with us. It could be of your first experience […]

If you’re a scuba diver and you’ve seen Pixar’s Finding Nemo, you’ll probably want to see the sequel Finding Dory coming out in 2016. The new movie will focus on the character Dory, a royal blue tang. We’ve taken a look at the animated Dory and compared her to the real-life blue tang.