Posts in PADI Professional
PADI Women's Day at Blue Corner Dive

After receiving Blue Corner's PADI Women’s Day Scholarship, my journey has taken me to Gili Trawangan, where I’m currently working as a Divemaster. Every day here feels like a new chapter. Guiding dives, meeting amazing people from all over the world, and sharpening my skills both underwater and on land.

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Life After Padi Women’s Day from Zero to Hero

My journey with the marine world has continued to evolve since completing the PWD BC programme, and today I would like to share a little about what has happened since then, where I am now, the valuable experiences I have gained, and how Padi Women's Day from Zero to Hero became the gateway to this extraordinary journey.

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The Snorkel Test: Scuba Diving’s Unofficial Tradition

When a diver completes their Divemaster training and steps into the professional ranks, most people might expect a framed certificate or a handshake. In the dive industry, though, there’s a very different tradition: the infamous snorkel test. A drink poured through a snorkel, downed in one go, cheered on by a team of proud instructors and excited divers.

Welcome to the snorkel test.

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Diaries of a Divemaster

Let’s start at the beginning and ask the question: why would you want to be a divemaster? Yeah, sure it’s a cool title and all, but it’s so much more than that! A lot of people believe it’s simply a stepping-stone towards becoming an instructor and that it will inevitably lead to a teaching role, but this really isn’t the case. It can open more doors and options than most people think!

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How to Achieve Your New Year’s Resolutions in Nusa Lembongan

New year, new you? We’ve taken a look at the top New Year’s resolutions and found that a visit to a little slice of paradise, known as Nusa Lembongan, is the answer to many of them. From learning a new skill to losing weight, you can cross off those lofty goals with us – all while living on a tropical island, enjoying sunset beers, and exploring the ocean.

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PADI Instructor Development: The Pros and Cons of Teaching Skills in Mid-Water

When teaching PADI courses the primary concern is following and meeting all PADI standards, and for some skills, the Instructor Manual clearly stipulates whether a skill should be conducted while on the bottom or mid-water, but this is not the case for all skills. So what are the pros and cons of opting to teach skills in mid-water? Read on to find out more…

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