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It would be great if everyone could ask one or answer one. We can build a wonderful resource for scuba divers that is free and easy to use.

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Record Number of Scuba Dives Per Person  starstarstarstarstar
Hi,

I would like to know what the record number of scuba dives is for one person?

A friend of mine says he's done 5328 dives in 4 years at 2 months ...

Scuba Diving At Sea World and/or Disney World  starstarstarstarstar
I would like to inquire about scuba diving in Sea World. Some time ago I surfed the net and saw where Disney allows experienced scuba divers to dive with ...

Problems Equalizing While Scuba Diving: How to Equalize Ear Pressure  starstarstarstarstar
Hi,

I am having problems equalizing my ear pressure while scuba diving. I recently took training for my open water dive certification.

I managed ...

Water Temperature in Montego Bay, Jamaica  starstarstarstarstar
I am going to Montego Bay, Jamaica for a vacation in October and was wondering what the water temperature would be. Also, what type and/or thickness of ...

Open Water Certification Dive Question  starstarstarstarstar
I would like your opinion about our open water certification dive.

My question is how should a instructor handle the following scenario?

Two students ...

How Long Does Air In Scuba Tank Last?  starstarstarstarstar
I bought a new scuba tank 12 years ago and never used it. The tank is now 12 years old. Is the air still safe to use?

Hi Robert,

Thanks for getting ...

The Meaning of BWARF on a Pre-dive Checklist  starstarstarstarstar

Hi, Could you tell me what BWARF on a pre-dive checklist means?

Sure thing. BWARF is actually a PADI acronym for a final pre-dive check. I was certified ...

Scuba Diving and High Blood Pressure  starstarstarstarstar
I have been diagnosed with high blood pressure and medication is controlling it. Am I still allowed to go scuba diving?

Hi Y.C.,

I will preface this ...

How Old do You Have to be to Get Certified?  starstarstarstarstar
My son has become very interested in scuba diving, but he is only 9 years old. I thought that in Alabama you had to be a certain age to become certified,...

Bezel on a Dive Watch  starstarstarstarstar
Hello, I have always been curious about the fact that dive watch bezels have distinct markings for 0 - 15 minutes; what is the significance of the first ...

Dive Mask With Purge Valve  starstarstarstarstar
Hello,

I'm going to buy my first scuba diving mask (finally) and I was wondering which one is better, a dive mask with a purge valve or one without?...

Scuba Diving and Wetsuits in Bonaire  Not rated yet
Hi,

Is a 4mm wetsuit too warm to wear in Bonaire to scuba dive?

Hi,

First, I'm jealous. Wish I was going with you.

As far as your question,...

Is Swimming Required For Scuba Diving?  Not rated yet
Hi,

I would like to know if you have to be able to swim to go scuba diving?

Hi Kim,

Thanks for the question. And the short answer is yes - you ...

How Deep Can Scuba Divers Go Safely?  Not rated yet
Hi,

I would like to know how deep scuba divers are able to dive and still be safe? What is the limit on how far scuba divers can dive?

Hi Tommy,

As ...

Dive Buddy - Can You Dive Alone  Not rated yet
Hi,

I would like to know if you can dive alone? In other words, do you need a dive buddy to go scuba diving?

Thanks for the question. Technically,...

Age For Scuba Diving - Minimum Age To Dive  Not rated yet
Hi,

I would like to know what are the main ages for scuba diving?

Hi Kate,

From your question, I take it to mean what are the minimum age requirements ...

All Inclusive Resort In Yucatan, Mexico That Includes Scuba Diving  Not rated yet
Hi,

Cool site by the way. I saw that you mentioned all-inclusive where diving is included. We have a group of 11 that are going to the Yucatan in Mexico ...

Scuba Diving Equipment Purchase For Beginners  Not rated yet
I have a question about buying scuba diving equipment for beginners.

My son and I are getting certified in April and our first post certification dives ...

Nightlife, Scuba Diving And All-Inclusives Vacations: Where Can I Find It All?  Not rated yet
I am returning from Afghanistan and would love to take a great vacation with my husband. It is our anniversary also so we want to do some other activities....

Want To Try Scuba Diving? How About A Resort Course  Not rated yet
Hi,

I was told that there is a thing called a day pass for scuba diving. That is, you would be with a dive instructor, get a day pass and learn the ...

Number Of Dives A Day - How Many Scuba Dives Can You Do?  Not rated yet
Hi,

I would like to know if there is a limit on how many dives a day you can do while scuba diving?


Hi,

Thanks for the question. I guess technically ...

History Of Scuba Diving and Dive Equipment  Not rated yet
Who is responsible for the development of SCUBA equipment?

Hi,

Thanks for getting in touch. I have a short history of scuba diving and the development ...

Beyond Bonaire: Shore Diving In The Caribbean  Not rated yet
We have gone scuba diving and done shore diving in Bonaire several times. Unfortunately, my wife gets sea sick at the drop of a hat.

We would like ...

Scuba Diving Resort Course and Recognition  Not rated yet
I took a scuba diving resort course in Grand Cayman last year and did 3 dives.

I am headed to St. John this January and am wondering if that resort ...

Assembling New Scuba Regulator and Octopus  Not rated yet
Great site guys! Maybe this is a silly question? I just bought a new regulator (Sherwood sr1) over the internet. I also bought new gauges and an octopus,...

Blood Presure Measurement during SCUBA Diving  Not rated yet
Hey guys,

I have been trying to figure out how exactly to go about measuring blood pressure responses to SCUBA diving. I have looked into automatic ...

Scuba Diving Safety: Can I Dive With Asthma?  Not rated yet
Hi,

I am Asthmatic but I was wondering if I would be able to go scuba diving when I go on holiday next year?

Hi Liam,

Thanks for getting in touch....

Long Term Effect of the Bends (Decompression Illness) From Scuba Diving  Not rated yet
Having suffered from the bends, I would like to know if there are any long term side effects, ie mental effects, spasms?

Hi Berenice,

Sorry to hear ...

Review of Scuba Diving in the Dominican Republic - Good or Bad?  Not rated yet
I think that I found a good school in the Dominican Republic to get my PADI scuba diving certification.

I notice that you do not mention the Dominican ...

Question About Age Requirement for Scuba Diving  Not rated yet
How old do you have to be to go scuba diving?

Hi,

I get asked this question alot. You can see my previous answers regarding minimum age for dive ...

Proper Size For Open Heel Fins and Booties  Not rated yet
After many years I am getting back into snorkeling in the Florida Keys. I like the open heel fins w/booties for the hard coral areas for shore diving ...

Is Scuba Diving Expensive? How Much Does It Cost To Dive?  Not rated yet
I did the scuba diving resort course for 90 dollars in Cancun. And I love it. I did have some problems with my buoyancy control, but I know I can improve....

Introduction To Scuba Diving - First Time Bad Experience!  Not rated yet
I went to my local dive shop yesterday for my introduction to scuba diving course. I was so excited to finally take this step. My wife and I are finally ...

Minimum Age for Scuba Diving Certification  Not rated yet
How old do you have to be to go scuba diving?

Hi,

The minimum required age for scuba diving is a question I get asked quite a bit. I like getting ...

How Much Air Is In A Scuba Diving Tank?  Not rated yet
How much air can a scuba diving tank hold?

Hi,

Thanks for getting in touch. For the purposes of this discussion, I am going to assume we are talking ...

How Do I Clean Salty Residue On Scuba Diving Mask?  Not rated yet
I've bought a new dive mask and used it for my first fun scuba dive trip. After I cleaned the mask at home, I realized there is still some residue on my ...

Buoyancy Control And Tipping For Certification Dives  Not rated yet
I am a little concerned about my buoyancy control and what to tip for my certification dives.

I'm taking my 4 open water dives for certification in ...

When Did People Begin Scuba Diving  Not rated yet
In what year did scuba diving begin or when was it founded?

Hi,

People began scuba diving in some form or other many, many years ago. And by that ...

Cost of Scuba Diving Lessons  Not rated yet
What is the average cost for scuba diving lessons?

Hi,

As you can imagine, this isn't a very easy question to answer as there is a wide range of ...

Swimming Requirement for Scuba Diving Certification  Not rated yet
Do you have to be a swimmer to try scuba diving?

Hi Arleen,

In short - yes, you need to know how to swim in order to try scuba diving. However, you ...

Scuba Diving Depth and Blood Pressure  Not rated yet
Is there any correlation between one's blood pressure and the depth to which they descend? In other words, does one's blood pressure increase at depth?...

How Long Should I Wait to Fly After Diving?  Not rated yet
Hi,

I can't remember the rule on flying after diving . Do I have to wait for 24 hours after diving or is it dependent on the time under water?



Thanks ...

Age Requirement for Junior Open Water Diver Certification  Not rated yet
How old do you have to be to get your Junior Diver certification in Oklahoma?

Hi,

There are varying age requirements for your Junior Open Water Diver ...

All Inclusive Resorts That Include Scuba Diving  Not rated yet
Hi there,

I've been to the all inclusive resorts Breezes in Curacao and Breezes in Jamaica which offer unlimited free diving. Do you know of any other ...

Do you have to be certified to dive?  Not rated yet
Hi Dianne,

I would like to know if there is a law that says you have to be certified to dive?

Also is there any punishment for diving without being ...

Rules for Boaters and Scuba Divers  Not rated yet
I am a boater and would like to know what the rules are regarding boaters and scuba divers. If there are scuba divers in the water should the divers be ...

Snorkeling: How many People Snorkel?  Not rated yet
How many people snorkel?

Wow, Andrea, that is one tough question. At least with the question, How many people scuba dive? , I could get a ballpark ...

Depth Limits for Recreational Divers  Not rated yet
How deep can a recreational diver go and still be safe? Is there a depth limit for recreational divers?



Hi Kelley,

A recreational diver should ...

Diving and Contact Lenses  Not rated yet
Can I dive while wearing contact lenses? I wear soft lenses.


Hi Marjorie,

I dive while wearing soft disposable contact lenses all the time and ...

Scuba certification vs. scuba resort course  Not rated yet
Hello. My girlfriend and I are going to Grand Cayman and plan on doing some scuba diving. I'm still kinda unsure whether we have to get certified to dive ...

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