Seattle

Tropical Scuba Certification in Seattle

October 26, 2010

It’s that time of the year again, and we’re moving into vacation planning mode. We’ll announce tomorrow how you can take advantage of a GirlDiver Exclusive Scuba Certification in Cancun, however, today we’re talking about WHY you would want to do your Open Water certification dives at your vacation place.  Cold air.  That’s it.  That’s [...]

Seattle Events: Pictures from Girl Diver Whale Outing

April 16, 2010

These are the pictures of the 30′ Gray Whale that washed up onto the beach in Seattle.  The GirlDiver team went out to assist with measuring the whale, but arrived just after the work had been wrapped up.  The 30′ sub-adult female was emaciated and showed signs of her last minutes thrashing about in shallow [...]

GirlDiver Crew heading out to assist in whale measurements

April 15, 2010

GirlDivers’ Elesha, Cindy and Katrina are heading out to help with measuring the whale. We’re working with one of our students who is the Director of Killer Whale Tales, a non-profit dedicated to educating young people about the Orca population in the Northwest and conservation efforts they can do in their own lives to help [...]

Scuba Lessons 101: Renting Scuba Equipment

April 4, 2010

Mask, snorkel, fins, hood, gloves, BCD, regulator, drysuit and tank…check! One of the most frequent questions from would-be scuba divers is “how much does it cost to buy all of your equipment once you’re certified?” And, depending on who you ask, the answer can sometimes deter one from taking the first step in exploring another [...]

Girl Diver Lifestyle: The First Day of Being a BagLady

January 6, 2010

I believe in authenticity. And sometimes, I fall short. Sometimes I KNOW the right thing to do, will tell others how to do it, yet I’m not living the part myself. Today I realized, as I was reading one of my eco-blogs I subscribe to, that I haven’t taken the simplest step to reduce our [...]

GirlDiver Lifestyle: You Go Girl!

January 4, 2010

“YOU GO GIRL!” These three words are the newest addition to my “Motivation Wall” at GirlDiver World Headquarters. But not motivation for me…rather…to remind myself to always focus on becoming a motivator and cheerleader for others. As 2010 comes in, I am finding my “place” in the larger world.

Girl Diver Scuba Instruction: Princess Treatment

December 2, 2009

Who doesn’t like being treated like a Princess? Princess Treatment is a part of every “first time divers” experience with GirlDiver. And that’s FIRST TIME with GIRLDIVER…not necessarily first time diving. We’ve treated doctors, lawyers, firefighters, cops and special forces soldiers to Princess Treatment. And now, we’re willing to share our secret with the larger [...]

Seattle Scuba Camp: Teen Co-Ed Winter Camp

November 21, 2009

Winter break…the time when you get to hang out with all of your favorite relatives… Need a recess? Come join us as we Discover Scuba over Winter Break.

PADI Teaching Standards? Relaxation Pose #1

November 15, 2009

Ok, I admit it. I’ve gone beyond the normal scope of what’s taught in the PADI Open Water Certification course. And I feel terrible. One of the reasons I’m a PADI Instructor, and I stick by PADI, is because I believe that a solid system of education, with very little fluctuation between instructors is vital [...]

Seattle Scuba Classes: Erika gets certified!!

September 14, 2009

Erika, who enjoys muscle powered sports like cycling and running, decides to take up scuba diving. Wanting one on one coaching, she opts for a private class and gets an amazing underwater experience to go along. Um…she’s addicted now. Welcome to GirlDiver Erika!

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