USA Diving Nationals: Understanding Prelims & Finals Scoring (11U)

QuestionMy son is going to his first USA Diving national (11 under), I see that they have a prelims and then the top 12 go to the finals. Do they add the s

Diving Clubs and Camps for Gymnasts in Charlotte, NC

QuestionMy daughter is a 12 year old level 8 gymnast who is interested in switching to diving.  She currently trains 22 hours a week with gymnastics.

US Nationals Diving: Highlights & David Boudia's Absence

QuestionMe and my son went to see the US Nationals. It was amazing seeing the high level divers in person. We thought David Boudia would have been there si

Springboard Diving Clubs Near Olympia, WA - Information & Resources

QuestionAloha Mr. Trapp, We will be moving to Ft. Lewis, WA next summer (2014).  My daughter, who will be 10, will be looking for a springboard divin

High School Diving Divisions & Novice Requirements: A Parent's Guide

QuestionMy Freshman in high school started diving lessons in June of 2013.  She has a tumbling background (standing tuck, layouts, etc.).  She ha

Springboard Diving & Sinus/Ear Issues: Can Nose & Ear Plugs Help?

QuestionI am 39 years old and started taking up springboard diving.  I have decided not to continue because immediately after an hour of diving I get

Scuba Diving Instructor Certification: USA Diving & Online Options

QuestionHi , I am interested in doing a course to train divers here in Bermuda. We have recently built a diving facility , and presently do not have an in

Diving Programs & Clubs in Tyler, TX - Coaching Opportunities

QuestionTom - I am recruiting a person to work for my company in Tyler, Texas.  She has a 13 year-old daughter that is into competitive springboard di

Pool Ladder Placement for Diving Boards: Safety Guidelines

QuestionWhen a 3m springboard is being used, where should the exit ladders be placed? Should they only be placed on the sides of the pool and not under the

Diving Progress in 9-Year-Olds: Is Age a Factor?

QuestionMy daughter is 9 years old and started diving lessons about a year ago. Lessons were sometimes twice a week, other times thrice. It is my opinion t

Wrist Pain in Young Divers: Causes, Treatment & Prevention

QuestionHi. My 11 year old daughter moved from gymnastics to diving last year. She is now starting to do more platform work and would like to do a lot more

CAL Diving Club: Year-Round Diving Instruction in Northern California

Question CDC Logo   Hi Tom, I just read one of your answers for a dad looking for diving in our neck of the woods and wanted to update you on our clu

Improve Your Diving Technique: Tips for Teen Athletes

QuestionIve been doing diving for about 8 months now, and at first i thought id get it quickly, coming from a non competitive gymnast background. However,

Year-Round & Summer Competitive Diving Programs in Washington, DC

QuestionHi!  My family will be relocating to the Washington DC area from the West Coast. Looking for year round competitive diving for my children. Id

Scuba Diving Schools in the San Francisco Bay Area | [Organization Name]

QuestionMy daughter is 12 years old and wishes to learn how to dive. I am having difficulty finding schools where she can learn how to dive. Where can I fi

College Diving: Rejoining the Team After a Break - A Guide for Walk-ons

QuestionQUESTION: I dove in high school, and just finished my freshmen year of college. At the beginning of the year, my schools diving coach gave me the o

Springboard Diving Workshops for Adults | USA Diving

QuestionI would like to know if there are any springboard diving workshops for adults who want concentrated practice and instruction. AnswerThere are two

Troubleshooting Front Somersaults: Addressing Common Diving Issues

QuestionI have a diver whos suddenly struggling on the basics. Before, she had no problems on fronts and was doing 1 1/2s and leadups to doubles. However,

Fixing Front Dive Over-Rotation in Young Divers: A Guide

QuestionI have an 11 year old daughter that just started diving a few months ago.  Her form and lines look really nice, BUT she isnt able to progress

Overcoming Diving Fears: Back Dive & Twister Coaching Tips

QuestionHi Tom! Im relatively new to coaching though Ive been diving for a while. Two of my divers are getting stuck on some dives. Im trying to switch one