Author: Barry Coleman

As a scuba instructor, your role is far more than just teaching people to breathe underwater and explore the wonders…

Earning scuba instructor certification is a significant milestone, marking the start of a career that combines a love for the…

Many scuba instructors proudly claim, “I teach the right way!” They take great confidence in their ability to provide the…

The scuba diving industry finds itself at a crossroads: balancing environmental responsibility with the need to revitalize business in a…

In the dynamic and often challenging environment of scuba diving, clear communication and effective skill development are essential components of…

A scuba instructor’s role goes far beyond teaching people how to dive; they’re equipping students with life skills that demand…

In the world of scuba diving, where adventure and thrill are the heart of the experience, it’s easy to assume…

There’s an old saying: “take time to smell the roses.” While you can’t quite stop to smell underwater, the sentiment…

When planning a dive trip, many divers ponder the significance of their training agency. Is it important if your certification…

Lower Barriers to Entry Pickleball’s success is partly due to its simplicity. Similarly, scuba diving can be made more accessible…

The customer base for potential new scuba courses tends to lean more toward spur-of-the-moment decisions rather than in-depth research into…

Inland Travels My latest dive travel to the islands gave me time to re-look at the Try Dive experience that tourists were taking part in andwhat benefit the dive industry is getting if any. Learning to scuba dive can fall into several categories, depending on the context…

Risk management is a proactive approach that involves recognizing potential risks, assessing their impact, and developing strategies to minimize or…

Dive professionals often promote their chosen dive training agency alongside their own brand, but this can obscure their view of…

“Who Dares Wins” is a phrase that embodies boldness, courage, and the willingness to take risks in the pursuit of…

The diver is certified to dive in conditions equal to or better than those in which they were trained. Recently,…

This question is frequently asked by new divers, and as many ask, there are just as many varying answers. After…

In tough economic times, scuba diving businesses must balance high-quality services with cost management. Here’s a guide to help dive…

What are my Loyalty Requirements to the Training Agency as a Dive Instructor After Certification? Many new instructors feel a…

Is Virtual Reality (VR), Beautiful Aquariums and Marine Parks and publicity of ocean pollution reducing the number of people wanting…

The dive industry is a vibrant and adventurous world, yet beneath the surface lies a concerning dynamic that many dive…

As a dive professional, you ensure safety of your clients is paramount. But what about protecting yourself from legal and…

Who is the International Standards Organization (ISO) and What Do They Do? The International Standards Organization (ISO) is a global…

In the competitive world of scuba diving, marketing plays a pivotal role in attracting enthusiasts and setting up a robust…

A dive professional faces numerous risks that can impact their business and career, including: These risks are well-known by most…

Risk management (RM) in diving integrates the recognition, assessment, and strategic handling of risks, with an emphasis on emergency preparedness.…

Teaching people and running a Scuba business is not a real profession, it is just fun. The misperception that teaching…

Unfortunately, this is heard many times. When a friend asks, the new Scuba Instructor, what you do and they reply, “I…

Dive centers and instructors constitute the bedrock of the dive industry. While some may argue that training agencies hold the…