Me Vs Sidemount - why I keep taking courses (as an Instructor)

Me vs Sidemount. Read about Richas first experience diving with equipment thats basically as heavy and big as she is. Nothing can stop us, as long as the passion for learning is there - we can go further!

8 Tips to any new Diver from a PADI instructor part 2

In last weeks blog we gave you 4 tips on how to get better as a diver, this week we follow up with part 2. Read part 1 here!

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8 Tips to any new diver from a PADI instructor - part 1

Here are part one of 8 tips to any new diver from a PADI instructor. Read part 2 here!

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Keeping fit as a diver - 5 easy exercises to do at home!

Learn about 5 simple routines to keep fit as a diver!

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Dive a WWII Japanese Wreck!

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Oooh look - a crab!

Some divers like the big stuff, and some like the small. This weeks blog talks about Macro diving, the interest in small crabs, crusteatios a

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The Gili Island wrecks, and how to become a wreck diver!

Am I narced yet?

Ever heard of the word Nitrogen Narcosis? This weeks blog is all about getting narced, learn more about it.

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Decompression Diving - not as dangerous as you'd think

As recreational divers, we are taught to stick within our limits, to watch our depth and time and to come up just completing a safety stop. Decompression diving goes against this, teaching divers to push their limits. to plan dives where they will go into decompression and to make extra decompression stops on the way to the surface. Although a little more tricky, decompression diving is not as dangerous as you think. You just need to plan your dive and dive your plan!

Post dive equipment care

It can't all be fun and games this diving malarky. We have to make sure that we take care of our equipment so that it will continue to take care of us whilst we are underwater. Here we have a look at what you should do after a dive to ensure it stay in mint condition.

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7 tips for Better Navigation

After learning the basics of diving and becoming certified, you are ready to go off on your own and dive! However, many people shy away from this as they are nervous about finding their way beneath the surface. Here, we share some great tips for navigation, helping you to go it alone!

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Don't forget your SMB!

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Brand new dive site - The Glen Nusa!

Our new wreck is here meaning that we have a brand new dive site to explore! Ok, so there's not much life growing on it yet as it has only been submerged for one week, but it does have the potential for some great wreck dives, adventure dives, advanced courses and wreck specialty. Come and check it out with us at Dive Central Gili!

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Sidemount

Scuba diving is constantly changing and adapting to different types and styles, allowing divers to fully explore numerous avenues for their underwater activities. Side mount has been about for a few years, however PADI are now pushing it as a new and exciting way to dive, giving divers more air, a more streamlined stance and an uber-cool appearance. Here, one of our instructors tries it for the first time and learns just how cool it is to be a side mount diver!

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The great Indonesian Throughflow

Worried about currents whilst diving? Don't stress! Currents are fun, and some of your best dives will be in a current because you see so much more life. This blog explains a little bit about currents, why we have them here in the waters around the Gili Islands and what types of currents you might find. A little experience and knowledge goes along way, so don't let a current freak you out. Embrace it for what could be the best dives of your life!

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Re-compression awareness - Get narked without getting wet!

Find out all about the Bends, Nitrogen narcosis, the affects and how you can prevent and cure it in a safe and controlled environment. Even get yourself a PADI recompression awareness certification! Fun and informative, this experience is one not to be missed and one that you won't forget for the rest of your diving life!

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11 myths about diving - and what the reality is.

There's no excuse, you should try diving! It's one of the best experiences that you will ever have. Still have some worries? No problem, here we address some of the common myths that new divers may experience before even getting their toes wet.

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Climbing the PADI ladder

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Buoyancy

On last weeks blog we talked about how to properly breath under water, this helps to conserve our air and also helps us to achieve steady buoyancy and to avoid a "saw-tooth-profile". So why do we want to achieve good buoyancy, why does it matter to us?

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A guide to equalizing

There is nothing more frustrating than getting ready to go for a dive, spending your time and money in order get ready to enjoy your favourite sport. But once you are finally decsending that unpleasant feeling in your ears are starting to build up. And no matter that you do - the squeeze just doesn't seem to go away. This weeks blog is about equalizing - tips for us divers how to prevent any problems during your dive.