Having a diver license, also known as a certification card, is a pass to underwater adventure. It’s proof that an individual has undertaken a course to learn crucial skills, knowledge development, and practical experience in diving. A scuba license allows dive centers, resorts and liveaboards to quickly identify the skill level of a diver and allows the diver to prove the courses they have accomplished. Certification cards distinguish beginners from advanced divers, and recreational divers from PADI Pros.

Have you heard about PADI Club? PADI Club is the perfect place for scuba divers to come together and share their love of exploration. It’s a great way to make new friends who share your passion, learn new skills, sharpen existing ones, and get sweet discounts on PADI Gear, courses, and trips to discover new dive sites around the world. Read on to hear from some of our Club members and find out why divers love PADI Club. 

The first step in any dive plan is the location. It can also be one of the most difficult tasks. If you’re a new diver searching for where to start, or you’re an experienced diver looking for new locations, we’ve got you covered. The best ways to find the answer to your Google search for “scuba diving near me” are below.

It’s the time of year when many people traditionally think ahead. Whether setting career goals, deciding on some home renovations or starting a new diet and exercise program, it’s all about what we plan to accomplish in 2024. For us divers, of course, it includes planning our dive adventures: where we want to go, what we want to learn and what we want to do.