SDI Diver News
A new diving destination for Cyprus
There are an infinite number of dive spots in the world, but few are as unique as this one found off the coast of Cyprus. We’re talking about the brand new MUSAN underwater museum. Check out the incredible sights you can see at the MUSAN museum in this article.
7 Tips For Diving with Contact Lenses
Are you a contact lenses wearing diver? Then this article is for you. Everything you need to know and consider about being a scuba diver who wears contact lenses. Say goodbye to the days of worrying about lens contamination or eye infections with these tips.
Neutral Buoyancy—Let’s Get Real!
Have you fallen into the neutral buoyancy debate? Or worse, have you been victim to the internet trolls who patrol the internet for photos and videos of divers doing something “wrong.” In this article we have Jeff Bozanic here to explain why it’s actually helpful and sometimes carries less risk.
Most Iconic Dive Sites
Ready to get out there and get diving but not sure where to go? These five dive sites won’t disappoint. There’s a little something for everyone in these five sites, so click to start daydreaming about your next big dive trip.
6 Values to Live and Dive By
These values extend so much further than just diving. These values can be applied to many different aspects of life. Being a well rounded, respectable diver will pay off in much larger experiences and even a clearer mindset.
TDI Diver News
New Gear Fever
Have you ever done everything right, only for something to still go wrong? That’s exactly what happens in this diving story. This diver got a new piece of scuba gear, did the right thing by giving it a test run in a controlled environment before taking it out on their next big dive, and STILL ran into problems. This is a story about learning.
North East Scuba Diving Pro Tips
Diving in the North Eastern part of the United States, specifically in New York and New Jersey, isn’t your average day of diving. While some of the tips on this list are universal to most diving locations or scenarios, a lot of these items are location specific. So if you’re thinking about taking a trip to the North East, this one is for you.
A Diving Story: A love story. A life story.
Learning to scuba dive isn’t always as easy as eLearning, Instructor sessions, and certification. For some there can be an internal struggle that comes with using new equipment and being in a new environment. Even with the allure of the underwater world, our minds are a tricky place and if you pair that with a traumatic event, you’re bound to have a bit of trouble getting underwater calmly. This story is about how one diver went from failing their Open Water course twice to a rebreather tech diver.
To Reel or Not to Reel
We all have feelings about reels, right? It can’t be just us… This month we have a special poem about our frenemy — the scuba reel. We hope it gives you a good chuckle like it did for us.
The biggest and most unexpected thing I learned in technical dive training
If you’re an experienced diver thinking about making the leap from sport diving to technical diving, this article is for you. Learn more about how this long-time instructor was served some humble pie in her first-ever technical diving course. We can all learn a lot from those who are willing to admit that they too still have a lot to learn.
ERDI Diver News
A Deep Dive Into Public Safety Dive Training – Long Term Planning
Join Dr. Thomas Powell and Alan Cale as they chat about all things public safety diving. They’re doing a deep dive into public safety diving long-term planning. While things might be slow in the current COVID19 times, there are still things we can do while the world is on pause.
Hypothermia: A Woman’s Response
Do you know the differences in the male and female bodies which make them respond to cold differently? This can be important to consider when potentially talking about or even performing an ice rescue. We’re exploring more about the things that cause females and males to react differently when hypothermia is in question.
Alternate Air
Here are some ideas to consider regarding alternative air. Not only which type of air we use but how often we train in these situations? There are different types of alternate air. How to choose the right one for your team? Here are the things to consider when choosing your alternative air source. The last factor to consider is why it is so critical that you carry an alternate air source.
Public Safety Diver Tips & Tricks: Body Position
Searching for missing objects or evidence in a public safety mission should be taken seriously. By that we mean, proper training and preparations. With this comes practicing body positioning underwater while performing a search mission. We’re breaking down the ins and outs of body positioning and how your team can practice most effectively.
Dive Rescue Team: An Interview with the Dive Captain
Name: Sean Hidalgo From: Stockton CA Work: City of Stockton Fire Department ERDI: Thanks for taking time from your day to talk with us about your experience in Public Safety Diving. Lets get right into it Sean and tell me a little bit about yourself Sean: I’m from Stockton California and I am a Fire […]
PFI Freediver News
What To Expect In Your First Freediving Course
Now that you’ve done some research on finding the right freediving course and instructor, and you’ve taken some time to prepare via Google, the next thing you might be wondering is how is this all going down? What will this freediving course be like? What should you expect?
Static Apnea: Pushing Our Limits as Safely as Possible
Learning to hold your breath can be confusing and maybe even a little scary for some. We get it, learning new skills can be hard. We’re here to explain how your mind plays a role in this and some tips on how it can go better.
3 Ways to Improve Freediving Performance
You’re a freediver now and you want to know what you can do to improve your skills without necessarily jumping into an advanced course. This is exactly where line diving, refresher courses and coaching sessions come in. These three types of training are perfect for freedivers looking to break bad habits or to continue working on muscle memory. We’re going to explain in detail the difference between the three.
Freedive Everest: First Ascent
Have you heard of Everesting? This is where cyclists or runners ascend the same amount of mileage it would take to climb Mount Everest. Until late 2020, it had never been done by a freediver. However, Lance changed that and is here to tell us the story.
Say goodbye to equalizing problems!
Do you have problems equalizing? There could be many reasons for this, however, with the help of Ted Harty, we’re here to break down the three most common reason you might be struggling to equalize while freediving. These reasons may not be as common as you think. Click below to learn more.