PADI Equipment Specialist $199 scheduled group course $499 Private course We all trust our Scuba Equipment to support our lives underwater but how many of us know how it actually works? The purpose of the PADI Equipment Specialist course is to familiarise divers with the operation and maintenance of diving equipment. This includes the theory, principals [...]
The PADI Dry Suit Diver course Would you like to stay warm and toasty on a dive? Yes!!! Then dive dry. Yes! Unlike a wetsuit, a dry suit seals you off from the outside water and that keeps you warm! Even in surprisingly cold water. What You Learn Gain the knowledge and skills to safely [...]
Whether sunk on purpose as an artificial reef or the result of mishap, wrecks open fascinating windows to the past. Most divers find wrecked ships, airplanes and even automobiles nearly irresistible because they’re intriguing to explore, exciting avenues of discovery, and usually teeming with aquatic life. The PADI Wreck Diver course teaches you the ins [...]
The PADI Enriched Air Diver course is PADI’s most popular specialty scuba diving course, and it’s easy to see why. We run this course regualry on demand. Give us a call or come in to reserve your place. Scuba diving with Enriched Air Nitrox gives you more no decompression dive time. This means more time [...]
Be the one ready to help a fellow diver should the need arise by becoming a PADI Emergency Oxygen Provider. The Fun Part Breathe easy—knowing that you know how to recognize illnesses treatable by emergency oxygen. Being the best buddy you can be means being prepared – especially in a time of need. What You [...]
Underwater photography is one of the most popular diving specialties, and the rise of digital underwater photography has made it easier and more fun than ever. The PADI Digital Underwater Photographer course gets you going quickly with todays modern digital equipment, whether you use a point-and-shoot snap camera or a sophisticated D-SLR like the pros. [...]
Global Dive is pleased to be able to offer the PADI Distinct Specialty – Self Reliant Diver. We are offering this course in conjunction with Tech Dive NZ. Two of our Instructors, Colin and Tara, have completed this course and one of our Divemasters, Leigh, is in the process of completing his course. We are [...]
Trip Report : Poor Knights Photography Liveaboard by Tara Sutherland This weekend, I had the opportunity to spend the weekend at the Poor Knights Islands with a great group of people – and professional Photojournalist Richard Robinson. I was not feeling too sure of the results of my photographic efforts after flooding my camera and [...]
This last month saw more fantastic diving conditions, being especially kind for two separate photography trips. Firstly well done to Antoinette, Daniel and Julie for successfully completing their PADI Digital Underwater Specialty course with Andrew at the Poor Knights. The trip was a fantastic opportunity to put into practice some of the new techniques learned [...]
