Snorkelling is a great way to explore the ocean without having to leave the comfort of the surface. For those more daring, it allows the chance to dive down for a minute or two to see something closer up a little farther down below. This fun activity is ideal for children and adults alike, and…
If you are planning an overseas trip and want to add some adventure to your travel itinerary, have you thought about booking a dive holiday? You will be able to explore a new country’s destination sights, not just on land but the underwater highlights as well. Dolphin Scuba offer a range of diving holidays perfect…
Traditionally, dive watches have been identified by their ability to help divers measure bottom time and depth. Technology now allows divers to choose from a simple and inexpensive dive watch with a few standard features, to designer-made dive watches, or very sophisticated dive computers. Choose the right type for you, and a dive watch can…
Maintaining your scuba diving gear is not only important in order to ensure it lasts the test of time, but also a very important safety measure. Scuba dive gear is there to help you breathe, move and see underwater. Therefore ensuring it’s in top shape and working correctly is an important habit to get into.…
If there is one brand that has really struck a cord with all our instructors – it’s Fourth Element. Since the arrival of the first pair of boots in our store, we are all hooked. Fourth Element is began in 1999 when co-founders Jim Standing and Paul Strike realised their desire to create a line…
Scuba diving is a great way to stay active on your days off! Ever wondered how many calories you burn in a dive? According to the dive buddy calculator here it’s as much as a 30 minute run! It sounds like hard work, but the best part is it’s not! When considering enrolling in a…
I’ve lost count of the number of people I’ve met who have said that they have always wanted to scuba dive but just aren’t sure that it would be for them. Here’s a secret, you really won’t know how much fun it is until you try it. Scuba divers learn their skills in the pool…
Yes you can get your diving licence in just two days! Get your theory done beforehand, have a small group in the water, receive individualised training from your instructor, and anything is possible. Learning to dive in small groups Learning to dive in small groups Why does this take less time when you are in…
Blast from the past – from 2011 Paul dives a Poseidon Rebreather. He sent us this text:- “Took the breather out for three dives this weekend – awesome !!! One of the dives was 34 meters! I still had 35 mins of no-deco left when the others went in to deco. I had 18 mins…
Where’s that? You ask. Indonesia – North Sulawesi Still don’t know where that is. Not to worry, all you need to know is that we had a BLAST! This is where I say a big Thank You too all of our 24 intrepid Dolphin divers who joined myself (Amanda) and Emma on a fantastic holiday.…