Scuba Skills

Different Entry Types for Scuba Diving

There are several ways a diver can enter the water, and which method you use will depend on the comfort, circumstances and location of your dive.

Common Hand Signals for Scuba Diving

While scuba diving, communicating with your diving buddy and the dive group is important. Use this guide to learn the most common underwater hand signals.

Pre-Dive Equipment Check for Scuba Divers

Before diving, check your scuba gear and equipment properly with this easy how-to guide.

Open Water Diver Certification

This is the most common scuba certification in the world and is the starting point for your new favorite hobby.

PADI Certification Levels

Learn the course requirements for PADI’s more popular certification levels for beginners to advanced divers.