
Paul doing saftey briefing before a dive
Scuba Diving Expert
As a naturally adventurous person I have always had a love for the sea and whatever lived in it. I blame that on Jack Cousto.
I bought my first SCUBA Diving kit in 1994 and after purchasing it decided I should find out how to use it ! (This is NOT how I would recommend you go about it). After diving in quarries and mud pools as well as rough seas and hard to get to coves I discovered the warm water abroad !
I went on holiday for 9 days and stayed 4 years!!!!! (Girlfriend was not pleased) Oooopps.
I did my PADI exams to instructor level while living in the Dominican Republic and have taught over 1000 students at all levels mostly while working at Northern coast diving. I teach 12 specialities including DEEP DIVING, NITROX, WRECK etc etc.
I received my Master diving instructor in 2000 and moved to Oahu, Hawaii where worked in a great dive shop, DEEP ECOLOGY. While in Hawaii I also did a 100 ton ships captain licence.
I have instructor qualifications for several organisations including SSI, TDI/SDI and PADI.
So, why this blog?. Well, I do not envisage getting back into the classroom to teach anymore but I get lots of e-mails asking for advice. Where to learn and with who? Which organisation? Where to dive?, Where to see sharks and where not to?….so, ask away….
Most people that are laid back are people that get satisfaction in life by simply having a job, family and simple thrills. However, there are also those who want to make the most out of life. These people are naturally adventurous and want to try out everything that the world can offer. These people try extreme sports, such as skydiving and they also find great thrill in scuba diving. If you are such a person, then you will find that SCUBA diving can offer you the thrill, adventure and excitement that you have been looking for. ENJOY.