This article was originally written by Jeff Loflin, TecRec Instructor Trainer, and published on the TecRec blog on February 16, 2010.

Scuba diving is one of the most unfiltered, exciting and rewarding ways to experience our blue planet. Indeed, we believe in the great and equalizing power of the ocean to help, heal, challenge and change people. While women represent a little less than 40% of all divers worldwide, there’s still a notable gender gap when it comes to professional diving: women currently represent only 20% of all PADI Pros. That’s lower than in medicine (34%), the legal profession (38%) and financial services (less than 33%). 

When it comes to equipment design, have you ever wondered how certain key measurements came into existence? An interesting example is the measurement between the two holes on a backplate.

Namibia has some amazing diving places for technical diving. We have Dragon’s Breath, the largest underwater lake in the world, Otjikoto lake, with some German First World War cannons, and the extensive cave systems of Guinas and Harisep lakes. The latter are commonly visited by expeditions from all around the world who leave fascinated by the sites’ beauty and uniqueness.

If you want to learn about ocean conservation and how you can contribute to saving the ocean, the updated PADI AWARE Specialty course is perfect for you. This course focuses on 10 tips to save the ocean, giving you the tools to make a difference for the beautiful ocean every time you dive, travel, or go about your daily life. Now supported by eLearning, this course and tips are easier than ever to access – you can complete the academic portion of the course at your own pace, using your desktop, laptop, or mobile device. Here’s a sneak preview of the course’s all-new 10 tips to save the ocean!