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Making Memories Together: I Certified My Mother as a PADI Divemaster

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10 April, 2025

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There Are No Barriers in Scuba Diving, as Proven by One Instructor & Adaptive Diver

Meet Nic Carapanagiotu, a thalidomide survivor, an adaptive diver and a PADI Instructor in the UK. Here's his journey.
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A Day in the Life of a PADI Instructor

Discover a day in the life of a PADI Instructor full of diving, and making unforgettable memories. Explore the lifestyle of an instructor.
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A Diving Love Affair: The Journey From Hobbyist to PADI Professional

After six weeks of e-learning and constant study, I was ready to take on the challenge of my PADI scuba diving instructor course.
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Water & Diving Change Lives: One Diver’s Live Unfiltered Story

The story of how learning to dive fulfilled and changed one woman's life in Finland. She's now a PADI Pro and dives for a living.
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A Career That Matters: Environmental Jobs for Scuba Divers

If you're passionate about marine conservation, these environmental jobs can help you make a living and live a meaningful life.
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How To Find the Best PADI Instructor Development Course for You

Want to become a scuba diving instructor? These four questions will help you choose the best PADI Instructor Development Course for you.
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