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Let me tell you, DONT FORCE HER! I forced my ex-wife into it and she hated me and diving because of it...thus the reason for the ex part. Let her decide for herself. Ask her if there is anything appealing about it or if she is even curious? If she wants to, go on a trip somewhere warm and pay...

Sounds like everyone has given some good advice. I would offer a general recap which is this: 1. Don't rush the process...if you drop too much too fast, you'll only complicate things and burn through air faster trying to stay down. 2. Remember that when you do your buoyancy check at surface...

Its nice to see you have a desire to want to learn more and even teach one day, but I would suggest you stay a divemaster for at least six months before transitioning into the fast track to instructor. During that time you should really DM on boats, classes, and take people on tours so you know...

As an instructor, I have a strict policy of keeping the certified SO, family member, or friend away from the class. 1. The certified person is usually not a Professional diver (Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, or Instructor) yet they can often act like the teacher and show the student how to...

Thal already mentioned that it depends on the conditions, but my question is what's prompting you to want to advise against it? Air consumption aside, as a certified diver, we are all responsible for ourselves. I guess I don't know what prompted the need to advise them against it (i.e...

Keep in mind, there are a lot of places to dive in SD...from wrecks in wreck alley to Kelp Beds, or heading down to the Coronado Islands and checking out the local wildlife. Some tend to say that the Coronados are nice and clear, but somewhat barren...but I enjoyed it myself. Wreck Alley has...

What's the old saying? The grass is always greener... LA is great, but so is pretty much the entire coastline from the Canadian border to the Mexican Border. I would say each area has its pro's and con's, but all worth diving. I love LA, OC, and SD equally since I enjoy diving each area...but...

Its unfortunate that you were given the wrong information. Normally, students must purchase the "personal" items like Mask, Fins, Snorkel, gloves, and boots. As for getting your gear from a friend, there's nothing wrong with where you get your gear so long as its safe and working. I have...

I would say its a bummer you're hooked, but in truth...you couldn't be hooked on anything better. Congrats on the Soon to be certification...nice to have another potential dive buddy out there :) Have fun.

Scuba Board is one of the best places to ask about specific equipment you are considering. There are thousands of divers online who have likely tried out the specific piece you are looking at. Otherwise, the dive magazines put out equipment reviews just about every issue that you can go online...

Hey all, I've seen it on hollywood movies, but as we all know, hollywood doesn't mean its possible. I am curious if there are any types of portable sonar devices you can use to map an area and upload to a computer to create a graphic image of the area? I know there are larger Side scan...

LOL...I agree with bubbletrubble except that even with a 60% discount, you're looking at much more than $1000. I am guessing that list will put you closer to around $1700 with discount. If you go with a wetsuit head to Xcel and see if they fit your body well. I love mine but if it doesn't fit...

Nice list and I wouldn't mind answering the questions...they're all very relevant. Though, many of the questions can be learned ahead of time like what agency will they teach etc. Otherwise all very good questions. Keep in mind that you also must consider your personal "vibe" for the...

There are 3 basic levels for DAN insurance under the normal membership. The choice for which depends on you. I typically throw down the $70 for the Master package because I like the extra insurance to cover my dive trips in case I have to cancel or cover gear loss. Though it isn't like home...

Congrats on getting this far...the next step is to get more comfortable... choices are: 1. take more classes with an instructor who will teach you more and help you fine tune your skills. 2. take a refresher class with a DM or instructor, though this is often too short for some people and they...

You can buy DAN insurance anytime. Go online to DAN Divers Alert Network and sign up right now. Doesn't matter what agency or level you are, you can sign up anytime. Though it does help to sign up before leaving with enough time so they can send you the cards in the mail. Cards have lots of info...

Wow...OW, UW Photo, Nitrox and you are working on learning to use your dive computer for the first time? If i misunderstood you are taking these at the same time and I am thinking Sensory Overload! Well, as for your 3mm question...depends on you...do you get cold easily? I have a few friends...

Welcome Padroji. I am right around the corner from you and I am guessing the Beach Cities you are looking at is the one on Brookhurst. Nice guys, very knowledgeable and I have heard good things from their students as far as their training. I agree though that you should hold off buying more than...

Yep, SC has some nice pro-deals for their dive professionals. I'd just ask around to the other people you work with what they like and why...then check the reviews. Mask doesn't matter so long as you find one that fits,snorkel and boots are cheap so who cares...buy them later. The Fins, BC, and...

Well said and completely accurate. Speak directly to your instructor to verify as already mentioned. IF they are ok, then there shouldn't be a problem....so long as you speak German. :)