Research Diving Training

Scientific research diving utilizes scuba or other diving equipment to conduct underwater research. Common activities include visual measurements and counts of living organisms, collection of biological or physical samples,  underwater surveys, photography, and placement of scientific equipment.
As an experienced research diver and trainer, I have participated in over 500 research dives, led over 250 underwater surveys, and trained more than 200 students in various marine research sampling methods. Along with tailored dive training, I offer PADI scuba diving courses and PADI speciality courses.  ​
Reef Check EcoDiver Training
Reef Check is an international non-profit organization dedicated to conserving coral reefs. In 1997, they conducted the first-ever global survey on reef health that provided scientific confirmation that coral reefs were in crisis due to over-fishing, illegal fishing, and pollution. Reef Check’s fast-growing network now has volunteer teams in more than 90 countries and territories and plays a major role in efforts to preserve, monitor, and sustain reef ecosystems. 

As a Reef Check EcoDiver program trainer, I teach divers how to conduct the Reef Check survey methodology - a globally standardized scientific methodology for collecting data to monitor the health status of coral reefs. Divers are also taught how to identify and survey key indicator fish, invertebrates, and substrates selected for global monitoring and conservation of coral reefs. Once certified as a Reef Check EcoDivers, divers can join Reef Check monitoring teams and assist in under water surveys. 

To learn more, please visit www.reefcheck.org. ​
PADI Diving Courses
PADI is the largest recreational diving membership and training organization in the world. Since 2011, I have taught a variety of PADI courses (entry level to professional diver certifications) as a certified PADI Open Water Instructor and as a PADI Specialty Instructor of Deep Diving, Digital Underwater Photography, Enriched Air, Emergency Oxygen Provider, and Wreck Diving. 
Standard Diving Courses
  • Open Water Diver: Learn to scuba dive and get your diving certification with the PADI Open Water Diver course - the world's most recognized and widely recognized scuba course. 
  • Advanced Open Water Diver: Advance your diving knowledge and skills after completing the PADI Open Water Diver certification and try out different specialties.
  • Rescue Diver: Learn how to prevent and manage dive emergencies and illnesses in the water, and become more confident in your skills as a diver. 
  • Divemaster: Get certified as a professional diver to fine-tune your dive and rescue skills, and learn how manage and supervise scuba diving activities and assist in diver training.  
​Specialty Courses
  • Deep Diver: Learn to manage dives at depths down to 40 meters/ 130 feet. 
  • Digital Underwater Photography: Get hands-on training and guidance to capture great underwater images with a digital camera. 
  • Enriched Air Diver: Gain the skills and knowledge to scuba dive with enriched air nitrox to get more no decompression time.
  • Emergency Oxygen Provider: Learn when and how to use emergency oxygen to treat scuba diving illnesses. 
  • Wreck Diver: Gain the necessary skills to safely navigate and explore wrecks. ​​