Melbourne PADI Mermaid Series Course – I became a real mermaid!
Are you interested in the latest release of "The Little Mermaid" movie? When you see Ariel in the film, have you ever imagined yourself enrolling in a mermaid course, becoming a real mermaid one day, and embarking on underwater adventures? Ocean Divers PADI Mermaid Instructor Gloria What is mermaid diving? Some individuals hold the misconception that mermaid diving is simply performing the butterfly stroke with fins or engaging in monofin freediving. However, this is not entirely accurate. Firstly, mermaid diving is a form of breath-hold diving, distinct from swimming, and falls under the category of diving. Consequently, a crucial aspect of mermaid training involves acquiring the skills and understanding the safety measures associated with breath holding. Secondly, in contrast to monofin freediving, mermaiding involves more extensive movements and does not prioritize efficiency of motion. Mermaid diving is actually a fusion of freediving, swimming, dancing, and yoga. It revolves around artistic expression and interactions
Pier Diving in Melbourne
Diving in Melbourne We are extremely fortunate that here in Melbourne there is an active dive community, and once you have dived some of Melbourne's piers, you'll see why! There are dozens of piers scattered around the shore of the Port Phillip Bay, which means plenty of dive sites to choose from. But you’ll find some of the best pier dives on the Mornington Peninsula, which is within easy reach of Melbourne City and perfect for weekend breaks Dive Conditions The majority of pier dives offer easy conditions suitable for all levels and perfect for beginners and underwater photographers. If you are new to diving we have sites that offer ideal conditions for learning - take a look at getting certified with the PADI Open Water Course HERE. Here are 4 of our favourite Pier dives we hoe to explore with you soon! Mornington Pier The closest pier to Melbourne is Mornington Pier, which is an
How to be a responsible Scuba Diver
Be a responsible scuba diver and protect our oceans for the future - and look cool while doing it! Being a responsible scuba diver is important for your own safety, the safety of others and for the longevity of marine eco-systems. The great news about being a responsible scuba diver is that it has a major feel good factor, and together we can make a difference and raise awareness – all of which leads to maintaining the incredible dive sites we have around Melbourne.
10 Health Benefits of Scuba Diving
Dive your way to a healthier you! When most people think about scuba diving they picture vibrant coral reefs, sea turtles and colourful reef fish and although these are definite reasons to go diving, they are not all that diving has to offer. Did you know that scuba diving has a multitude of positive health effects? Some of the health benefits of scuba diving are derived from the physical activity which it entails, but there are also proven mental health benefits too. In fact, you might be surprised to learn just how far-reaching the effects of scuba diving are on both your physical and mental well-being. Here are just a few of the key benefits which you can experience when you join us for scuba diving in Melbourne. Breathing and Respiratory Systems: Scuba diving encourages divers to take long and slow deep breathes. A slow and calm breathing pattern reduces the risk of a
Learn to dive in Melbourne: PADI Open Water
Do you dream of learning to dive? Take the PADI Open Water Course with us in Melbourne and get scuba certified for life! The PADI Open Water Course is the first level of diving certificate. You’ll learn how to become a safe, competent and confident diver and you’ll be certified to dive to a maximum depth of 18 meters. When you finish your PADI Open Water Course at Ocean Divers you’ll feel proud of your accomplishments, you’ll have made new friends and you’ll have your ticket to dive anywhere in the world.
Why Become A PADI Instructor After COVID?
Are you considering a career break or change of direction after COVID? Here's why it might be the ideal time to dive into a career in the diving industry. Whenever events take place which affect our working lives, salary or general security, it often makes us consider where we are in life, what we are doing and how much happiness we are deriving from our work. If you’ve been thinking about taking a career break, or are considering a change in direction, read on to find out more about taking a career break as a PADI Instructor.