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SCUBA Diving Whilst Dehydrated, Are You Guilty?
SCUBA Diving Whilst Dehyrdrated, Are You Guilty? By: Nina Horne, Master Instructor As a scuba diver, you already know that preparation is key to a successful dive. You check your...
Moving from Divemaster to Instructor
How long should I be a Divemaster before moving up to Instructing? By: Nina Horne, Master Instructor Embarking on a professional diving career is an exciting journey, and...
Advanced Course straight after my Open Water?
Shall I do the Advanced Course straight after my Open Water Certification? By: Sandy Graham, Staff Instructor By the end of your Open Water Course you are certified to dive with...
Combating Scuba Instructor Burnout
Combating Scuba Instructor Burnout: From Repetition to Rejuvenation By: Nina Horne, Master Instructor As the allure of the aquatic world continues to captivate the hearts of...
The Evolution Of Dive Equipment
THE EVOLUTION OF DIVE EQUIPMENT By: Bob Murphy, Course Director The Background Story It is by no means a coincidence that we find ourselves scouring the internet for the latest...
So Many Dive Schools on Koh Tao?!
Why are there so many different dive schools on Koh Tao?The Background Story Has planning a dive trip to Koh Tao, got you asking yourself, why are there so many dive schools on...
Being An Advanced Diver
Being An Advanced Diver Considering whether to pursue your advanced course is akin to removing the training wheels when riding a bike—it sets you free. While the Open...
The Buddy System
The Buddy System A Friend in Need is a Friend Indeed As scuba divers, the buddy system becomes ingrained in our minds from the moment we embark on our Open Water course....
Plastic Pollution
Diving Against Debris Trash in our oceans is a big problem, and Thailand is facing it too. From busy cities like Bangkok to beautiful beaches in Koh Tao, there's too much...
