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Scuba Diving is the act of swimming underwater while using self-contained breathing apparatus. By carrying a source of compressed air, the scuba diver is able to stay underwater longer than with the simple breath-holding techniques used in Snorkeling and Freediving. Read more about Scuba Diving here at DeeperBlue.com

7 Questions to Ask a Scuba Diving Instructor

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Daniela Baker | Scuba Diving Education & Training

If you’re getting ready to get certified in scuba diving or are ready to up your certification to a more advanced level, finding the right dive instructor is imperative. Whether you’re checking out dive shops on a honeymoon or tropical … | READ MORE… →

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Mermaid Minute #10 – Caribbean Reef Sharks!

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Stephan Whelan | Freediving Education & Training, Scuba Diving Education & Training

The latest episode of the Children’s Show Mermaid Minute has hit YouTube.  Episode 8: Ocean Currents make mermaid tails GO WITH THE FLOW! Drift Diving is FUN!  can be seen below or via YouTube. See and learn more here: http://www.mermaidminute.com Follow … | READ MORE… →

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Eco-brand creates Invisible T-shirt

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Stephan Whelan | Freediving, Scuba Diving, Spearfishing

As you may have guessed this was an April Fool’s Joke for 2012.  Scroll to the bottom for more info. Eco-Fashion brand Rapanui in partnership with the University of The Isle of Wight in the UK has taken an innovative … | READ MORE… →

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Google Street View goes Blue in Australia

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Sara-Lise Haith | Scuba Diving Environment

Google Street View takes a blue variant for Australians.  The Catlin Seaview Survey, which is a a joint venture between Google, the University of Queensland and their sponsor, a multinational insurance firm called the Catlin Group, have an outreach project … | READ MORE… →

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Cameron Video from Mariana Trench Released

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Stephan Whelan | Freediving, Scuba Diving

James Cameron has released footage from his historic 11km/7mile dive to the deepest point in the oceans – the Mariana Trench. “My feeling was one of complete isolation from all of humanity,” Cameron commented after he returned from his dive. … | READ MORE… →

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Mermaid Minute #9 – Ocean Currents

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Stephan Whelan | Freediving Education & Training, Scuba Diving Education & Training

The latest episode of the Children’s Show Mermaid Minute has hit YouTube.  Episode 8: Ocean Currents make mermaid tails GO WITH THE FLOW! Drift Diving is FUN!  can be seen below or via YouTube. See and learn more here: http://www.mermaidminute.com Follow … | READ MORE… →

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James Cameron reaches Mariana Trench

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Stephan Whelan | Freediving, Scuba Diving

James Cameron has reached the deepest point in the ocean, the Mariana Trench, nearly 11km/7miles down using his custom made submarine “Deepsea Challenger”.  He made a solo descent taking two hours to reach the bottom. This is only the second … | READ MORE… →

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Yoga for Scuba Divers

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Sara-Lise Haith | Scuba Diving Education & Training

Budding scuba divers, or even old timers that sometimes go into meltdown just before entering the water can experience difficulty breathing during an entire dive.  Not only is this potentially harmful to your body but it is difficult to find … | READ MORE… →

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Mermaid Minute #8 – Sea Anemones

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Stephan Whelan | Freediving Education & Training, Scuba Diving Education & Training

The latest episode of the Children’s Show Mermaid Minute has hit YouTube.  Episode 8: Sea Anemones LOVE Clownfish! See what we’re finding   can be seen below or via YouTube. See and learn more here: http://www.mermaidminute.com Follow Mermaid Linden here: http://www.facebook.com/mermaidsinmotion … | READ MORE… →

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Oceanic Launches USA Product Line to Demonstrate Commitment to Veterans

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Francesca Koe | Scuba Diving Equipment

Throughout the years Oceanic has supported myriad programs that engage injured military personnel and introduce them to the sport of scuba diving. This year,Oceanic decided it was time to launch a new signature program with these veterans in mind. Starting this summer, with … | READ MORE… →

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