Weight Recommendations for Scuba Diving: Pool & Open Water

QuestionI weight 180lbs.  I am in a Padi beginners class and trouble with maintaining a swimming position i.e. parallel to the surface and pool floor.

Mechanical Engineering & SCUBA Diving Careers: Exploring Options Beyond Instruction

QuestionHello, I am a mechanical engineering student, going to graduate this year.  I have also just gotten PADI certified, and I love it!!!  I w

Wet Suit Buoyancy Issues: Why Weight Changes with Thermal Protection

QuestionWhen diving in the Caribbean with no wet suit I could maintain good buoyancy at surface and shallow depth (35) with 8lbs, no issue.  This week

Lost Dive Log: Reconstructing Your Diving History After a Long Break

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

Starting a Caribbean Dive School: Location & Business Setup Guide

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

Scuba Diving Anxiety: Tips for Relaxing & Improving 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

Replacing Your Certification License & Certificate - A Guide

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

Path to Professional Divemaster: Certification Roadmap

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

Best Gloves for Noodling: Protection and Safety

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

Identifying and Legal Status of Diving Shark Deterrent Devices

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

Caribbean Cave Diving: Essential Gear & Best Locations

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

Recovering from a Ruptured Eardrum: Advice from a Freediver

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

Ear Equalization Issues During Scuba Diving: Solutions & Advice

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

Scuba Diving Requirements: Age & Certification - PADI Open Water

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

Understanding Eye Discoloration After Diving: A Medical Perspective

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

Preventing Mask Fogging: Tips for New Divers

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

Diving Agency Oversight in the USA: Who Sets the Standards?

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

Finding Vented Earplugs for Diving in Playa del Carmen

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

SCBA Air Cylinder Lifespan & Regulations for Emergency Use

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

Troubleshooting Dive Skills: Ocean vs. Pool Performance

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