Dive log

QuestionHi, I got certified in Kenya back in 1981. When I left for university I left all my gear  at home. When I traveled around  the world I wo

Where in the Caribbean is good to set up a new dive school

QuestionHi Mike Im a 37 year old ex-marine, my buddy is a top level naval diver with too many qualifications to mention, hes been diving for 20 years. We

Difficult Breathing

QuestionI had my first scuba diving lesson yesterday and it was not good one.  I couldnt slow my breathing down or relax enough to even get through on

replacement license

QuestionI am needing a replacement license and certificate. My card is worn out. thanks, Doug. AnswerHi Doug, You didnt say which agency your were certif

Dive Master / Instructor

QuestionI have already done my Open Water and planning on completing my Advanced Open water by this month end. The idea is to start working professionally

gloves

Question First off i would like to think you for taking the time to answer my question and a very odd question it is  I am a adventuress person and

Scuba Anti-Shark Tool Question

QuestionA few years ago, a diver on the dive boat showed me a diving accessoriy he had. It consisted of a small (6) brass colored metal tube that you place

diving suits in the Caribbean

QuestionI am doing research for a short story.  What kind of diving suit (material/equipment) is needed to explore underwater caves in the Caribbean?

blown ear drum

QuestionHi Jesse, I was wondering if you could help me since you have gone through the same situation I am in now. Im a free diver from Richards Bay and iv

Equalisation Problems

QuestionQUESTION: Please can you advise me what options are available to me for helping with ear problems ?  I am trying to complete my open water cou

education

Questionwhat type/level of education is required for being a scuba diver AnswerGreetings Shay, I am sorry for the delay in getting back to you. The minim

Eye Injury

QuestionMike, This past weekend, my girlfriend & I went diving in Catalina, California (right off the Casino on the island if youre familiar). We were wit

mask fogging

QuestionMy wife and I are new the diving and we are currently getting our open water certification (just need to do our open water dives). We both have pro

who controlls the agencies?

Questionhello scott My question is very simple, I wanted to know if there is a government or federal structure in the U.S.A. that controls, regulates and

Playa ProPlugs

QuestionHi James, I read one of your responses regarding ProPlugs and I wondered if you could help me out.  I live in Playa too and have just started

Air

QuestionHi    Although I am a diver this question is concerning Breathing apparatus for rescue. I would like to know if you know of any re

Problem with basic skill in ocean but not pool

QuestionHi James, I read that you are skilled at teaching mind and breathing control techniques, and I am hoping you can give me some tips or ideas on how

Certification Number

QuestionI recently qualified as a PADI open water diver. Today I received my certification card. I was expecting a 6 digit certification number on the card

Maximizing underwater time

QuestionHenry, I would like to know what steps I can take to maximize my underwater time. Im fairly average in size (150 pounds) but it seems that I use

PADI in Cuba

QuestionHelp! Ive just read your answer to the question from Michael re PADI in Cuba, but am still a bit confused. Im signed up to do a PADI open water r