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Shot to the Surface | Lessons for Life

Eighteen dives into a liveaboard trip, an equipment malfunction pushes a diver 90 feet to the surface in about 15 seconds—a rate of about 6 feet per second.

PADI's Mermaid Courses, Explained

Become a real-life mermaid when you learn how to use a monofin, hold your breath underwater and more in PADI's mermaid education courses.

How Do Sea Turtles Breathe? Fun Facts You Should Know about Sea Turtles.

Here’s everything you should know about sea turtles, including how long they live, how fast they can swim and where they lay their eggs.

There's Magic in Low Viz For Divers Who Know How to Look

The distinctive greenery between you and your buddy is likely the result of some exuberant biology, a productive party of photosynthetic plant plankton.

How to Take an Uncommon Photo of the Common Clownfish

Clownfish can still win an underwater photo contest if you can create a standout image. Here's how to pull it off.

How a Diopter Can Improve Your Macro Photography

Macro diopters reduce your minimum focus, magnify the subject and create a crisper image.

ASK DAN: What should I do before and after diving to avoid accidents?

ASK DAN: What should I do before and after diving to avoid accidents?

How Much of the Ocean Has Been Explored? 17 of Your Ocean Questions, Answered.

Marine biologist Dr. David Shiffman provides the ocean facts you want to know in this marine Q&A!

What is a PADI Tec 40 Course?

Becoming a technical diver starts with learning how to use new equipment and air blends.