People expect recreational diving to be an enjoyable experience of adventure and fun. Divers are explorers and retain a sense of optimism regardless of how many dives they have done. While we dive with great expectations, incidents do occur — often when we least expect them.
There is a moment in every dive — after the gear is checked, the team gives the final OK, and your body slips below the surface — that everything else fades.
I have been a diver for about 35 years and a dive instructor for about 30 years. Some instructor friends and I run the Buzos del CAE and Paraná Divers dive schools.
Fish completely enclose me. Their tiny, silvery bodies twinkle in the half-light as I float suspended in the center of a sphere of clear, warm water. I feel like I am inside a disco glitter ball.
The allure of underwater exploration is undeniable, drawing individuals into a realm of profound discovery and quiet, majestic beauty. For many divers, this fascination extends beyond vibrant marine life to the captivating remnants of human history hidden beneath the waves.
Jump rope training is a powerful full-body cardiovascular workout that builds muscular endurance, coordination, and breathing efficiency. Jumping rope strengthens calves, stabilizes ankle joints, and improves core stability, allowing finning with greater ease. It also requires focus and stimulates your brain.
Smart travel begins with making informed decisions, and one of the most valuable tools available to U.S. citizens is the U.S. Department of State’s Travel Advisory system. These official notices outline potential risks and suggested safety measures to protect the welfare and security of U.S. citizens traveling abroad.
DAN Mission teams recently participated in a demonstration led by James Dalebozik, a hyperbaric chamber technician, on the operation and application of the SOS Hyperlite 1 portable hyperbaric chamber.
Ken Nedimyer’s connection to the sea began early. He put himself through college by collecting tropical fish and diving for lobster in the Florida Keys.
When a diver goes missing, the sea becomes a vast, indifferent expanse, turning a rescue effort into a race against time. Every second matters, and the right tools can make the difference between a successful rescue and a tragic recovery.
