Dive legend Tec Clark has built a memorable career and legacy around training excellent divers. He describes his underwater experiences as “absolutely worshipful” and “otherworldly.” It’s the place where he feels closer to God than anywhere else on Earth. Helping others safely and professionally experience this same life-changing magic is his focus. Clark summed up the philosophy behind all his advice to new dive professionals: “Great training is the key to great diving. Don’t cut corners. Offer excellent training. Go beyond the standard.”
Lorsque vous planifiez de plonger cet été, n'oubliez pas que l'un des avantages importants de l'adhésion au DAN est l'accès aux services médicaux du DAN.
PLANNING A DIVE VACATION and all the associated details can be a frustrating endeavor. The logistics of obtaining gear, arranging transportation to and from dive sites, and booking a place to stay that can accommodate your needs requires …
Imaginez que vous louez une voiture, que vous naviguez sur des routes non familières et que vous vous retrouvez sous une pluie battante, pour vous rendre compte que vous ne savez pas comment faire fonctionner les essuie-glaces. Vous ne voudriez pas reproduire cette situation sous l'eau avec votre équipement de plongée.
My friend Evan Gill pointed across the perfect beach to a spot about 650 feet offshore and casually said, “There’s a Japanese patrol boat from World War II,” as he leaned out of our golf cart. The ocean was an ideal blue and smooth as polished glass, not even lapping against the white sand.
Hometown: Orlando, FloridaAge: 67Years Diving: 55Why I’m a DAN Member: I want to be a part of an organization that freely gives back to the dive community and ensures that […]
DAN reached a significant milestone in the accredited DAN–UHMS Continuing Medical Education (CME) program in May 2024: the debut of a two-week, dual-course format.
Liveaboards typically rely on a layered approach to fire safety: using built-in suppression systems for engine spaces and galley areas paired with portable equipment for cabins and common spaces.
Continuation of dive training and education beyond the open-water course is beneficial, and to make it easier DAN offers the Prepared Diver course to everyone at no cost. This video-based course is for all divers regardless of training level. By building on practices you’ve already learned, Prepared Diver can help you become a better, safer diver. Most important, this course focuses on mitigation and avoidance of the most common triggers of dive accidents and incidents.
