Decompression stops are vital to diving, as they let nitrogen safely leave the body. Skipping one can cause serious health issues, like decompression sickness. Here's what to do if you miss one.

Looking for ways to fund your favorite hobby? Our resident expert weighs in with creative ways to help make diving more affordable when money's tight.

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Certification and experience are not the same. One diver quickly discovers how dangerous it can be to take on too many new firsts during a dive.

Yes, there is gear designed to keep you warm in colder water, but that doesn't mean you'll be comfortable if you're used to a lifetime of plunging in warm waters. Here's how to make the switch.

From year-round diving and a diversity of habitats, Florida has everything you need to learn to dive and advance your skills. With some luck, you could even glimpse a whale shark.

A special bond forges between a new diver and their instructor; it can be so strong it inspires the student to one day become a teacher. Here's the story of one diver who did just that.

When college is done, you have a choice: enter the "real" world or choose adventure. One diver shares why she chose adventure—and why she thinks you should too.

These unique, hands-on programs for teens who are interested in marine science are truly in a class by themselves.