Although the definition of the word sport references competition, there are now plenty of non-competitive sports which allow adults to get out there and get active. Sport isn’t just about beating your opponent any longer as we continue to look for ways to challenge ourselves. For many adults, recreational sports are a release and a healthy way to stay active.

New to PADI or scuba diving in general? If so, you’ll likely want to create your very own PADI account to get started enjoying the many benefits of being a PADI Diver.

Unlike clothes, electronics, or other items that will one day end up in a bin, scuba diving is an experience your recipient will never forget. Give the gift of adventure for a loved one’s birthday, wedding, graduation, retirement or other meaningful event — PADI gift certificates make it easy.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, more commonly known as CPR, is a technique designed for use on patients experiencing cardiac arrest. Implemented correctly, this easy-to-learn procedure can play a key role in saving a person’s (or even a pet’s) life.

Whether you’re new to scuba diving or a certified diver, you’ve probably heard of “the bends” – more formally called decompression sickness (DCS). So, what are the bends in scuba diving?