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The Gymnast Who Became a PADI Pro

When this landlocked gymnast dived for the first time, she was instantly hooked. Here's how she went from newbie to pro in seemingly record time.

Record Cleanup at 2025 I.CARE Trash Derby

More people than ever volunteered at this year's I.CARE Trash Derby marine cleanup weekend. With record participants came a record trash haul.

PADI Club Member Spotlight: Victoria and Robert Huber

Meet Victoria and Bob Huber of Central Florida. This father-daughter buddy team shares a common love of the ocean.

Prince of the Underwater Newbie Club

When life doesn’t go as planned, one diver finds himself beneath the surface. Embracing change, James Barrett is here to inspire you to learn to dive and answer all your newbie questions.

Welcoming a New Generation of Divers

There's something magical about passing your love of diving on to someone else, especially the kids in your life. Here, one diver shares a special moment with her niece.

Long-Lost Love Found in the Deep Blue Sea

There's something magical about the allure of the deep that creates a spark inside you—one powerful enough to even rekindle a long-lost romance.

The Next Generation of Black Women in Marine Science

Black in Marine Science and The Nature Conservancy team up to give a group of students a week of scuba diving, marine science lessons and cultural experiences in St. Croix.

How to Succeed As a Scuba Instructor

Curious about where a career in diving can take you? Jillian Blakkan-Strauss shares her journey from leaving a fast-paced event planning job in New York City to becoming a dive professional and business owner in just four years.