RAID MAKES BREATHING THE GOOD STUFF EASY More bottom time very quickly adds up to more fun, so what’s stopping you from making it happen for you? We know that nitrox is not available to divers in some spots around the world, but if it is available locally (and certainly when you travel to go diving), you really must add it to your diving toolbax. Diving with nitrox (enriched air) instead of compressed air offers a tonne of benefits that make it well worth earning a certification. And we make certifying through RAID easy and fun. Your first step is to read more about it at our FREe-Learning storefront. Then choose a RAID Dive Centre and start breathing the good stuff. You will not regret it. Just a reminder of some of the most obvious benefits of Nitrox. Extended Bottom Time: Nitrox has a higher oxygen content than compressed air, which can allow for longer no-decompression limits compared to

RAID CADET OPEN WATER DIVER Did you know that RAID gives you a chance to share your passion for underwater adventure with the future… the future of scuba diving that is? Introducing young kids to scuba diving and educating them about marine life and the environment is a fantastic way to instill a love for the ocean and conservation at an early age. RAID is extremely proud to have several levels of specialized programs that give young explorers as chance to learn about marine ecosystems, underwater life, and the importance of protecting our oceans, The RAID Way™. Learning with RAID combines fun diving activities with educational sessions to help kids better understand the underwater world and the impact of human actions on marine environments. It’s a wonderful way for kids to develop a sense of responsibility towards the ocean. And of course, RAID’s Cadet Open Water, and our other courses for

RECREATIONAL PRE-DIVE CHECKLIST Here’s a simplified list of what to check before starting your underwater adventure. The RAID Way™ THIS INFOGRAPHIC IS TAKEN FROM RAID’S INDEPENDENT DIVER MANUAL DUE FOR RELEASE APRIL Remember always that a couple of minutes spent doing thorough pre-dive checks can save your dive before it starts! It’s important to keep things real but just as important to keep things fun. The simple habit of starting your adventure with a thorough inspection of your dive gear for wear and tear, function, and ‘attendance’ is the best time-saver we can think of. Dive with a buddy and make part of the fun a good pre-dive check!

Jeff Goodman talks about ORings They only cost a few pennies but a dodgy ORing can mean ruin for your underwater camera.

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