Discover Technical Diving

Do you aspire to extend your diving skills and explore beyond the bounds of recreational diving? Technical diving might be the perfect route for you! For those ready to embrace a new challenge, the PADI Tec courses at the Diving Locker offer an exciting pathway to extend your diving capabilities beyond the traditional recreational limits.

The Diving Locker offers PADI courses: Discover Tec, Tec 40, Tec 45, and Tec 50 which are all designed for divers seeking to delve deeper into the world of technical diving.

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Drysuits 101

With diving conditions approaching their peak this winter season, having the right type of drysuit is integral. But when there are so many drysuits on the market, how do you know which one is going to best suit your needs? Here’s a breakdown on the top drysuits including their pros and cons.

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Turn Your Passion into Your Career

Life is too short to be stuck in a job that doesn’t light a fire within you. Take the leap and start the journey towards a more fulfilling career path. If you have a love for the ocean and a passion for helping others, a career in diving could be the perfect choice. As a PADI Divemaster or Instructor, you can make a living by sharing your knowledge and skills with others.

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How to Choose a BCD

With all of the BCD options in the market right now, you might be wondering how to choose a BCD? Do you want something that can be used for both coldwater and warm water diving? Do you plan on doing mostly recreational dives? technical? what about Sidemount? These are all important questions to ask yourself before investing in your BCD. We’re here to help guide you on what to look for in a BCD, how to fit your BCD, and how to take care of it!

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How to Choose a Wetsuit

How to Choose a Wetsuit. Whether you are diving, snorkeling, surfing or swimming, a wetsuit is a crucial piece of gear to help keep you warm and comfortable in the water. Wetsuits provide insulation and help protect from cuts, scrapes and stings. There are a few different wetsuit styles available: One Piece, Two Piece, Shortie (short sleeves and legs) and Semi Dry.

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Local Diver Q&A: Meet Caryl

Kids all around the world are taking on more activities and exploring where most haven’t gone before. Scuba diving is one of them. Did you know that kids can get their Jr. Open Water Certification at the age of 10? 10 years old!! So many are taking on the challenge and becoming ambassadors for the underwater world. Caryl is one of them, and here is her story.

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