Our mission is to eliminate the impracticalities often promoted by commercial scuba agencies. We're dedicated to eradicating unconventional practices like learning to dive on your knees and addressing the lack of valuable educational resources. Instead, we invest our time and effort in creating informative and extensive video content, offering tips and techniques to enhance your scuba diving skills. Join us on this expedition and become part of a community of self-conscious divers!
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hello, I'm beginner diver and I just get AOW few month ago, I been more than 5 diving store, but my instructor never told me keep trim needs tension my arm, so it cause my body rolling around even FD no body tell me, thanks again, I will practice it on my next dive🙏
Email us your address, and we'll send you some stickers free of charge. We have merch available, but it's only for divers who have proven their worth-either by completing a course with us or joining us for a dive on the island. :)
@@flowstatedivers Oh man, you are awesome!! I’ll be sure to shoot over an email when I get back home. Gonna start looking at how I can get out there to learn from you folks while I’m at it!
I prefer to cut the loose end of the cable strap with a sharp knife (my leatherman). The advantage - in contrast to cutting tools like scissors or diagonal pliers/wire cutter - is the shape of the cutting surface. The knife does not squeeze the material and you get a clean, smooth flat surface without jags, spikes and sharp edges. I do it this way since I pulled a rip into my semi-dry neoprene. :-)
This is by far the most informative dive video I ever came across. The concise, no bs, straight forward approach in conveying the information is exceptional. Kudos to whoever started this channel.
the side mount series has been very helpful ! please keep up the great work ! may I suggest a video on cylinders (and rigging) , and how Florida vs Mexico style differ ?
Great video, but I have one disagreement in the way you use one of the signals. And that is when using the pinky (little finger) as the deco signal. Pinky is/can be used to show both the NDL remaining and Deco stop requirements. Pinky pointing upwards (knuckles *inwards/towards diver - not buddy, as for numbers 1-5) implies one can ascend directly to the surface, and if after a tap on opposite wrist (DC) it is followed up by numbers, would imply "X"mins of NDL remaining. (*it is important for knuckles to be inwards, or it could look like the number one in low-vis/from a distance.) Pinky pointing horizontally (knuckles outwards, as for numbers 6-9) implies there is a ceiling and when followed up by numbers, would imply "X"mins of deco stop time. Not saying your way is wrong, just that where we dive there is different use case for the pinky. 😊 Keep up the portfolio of amazing instructional videos you are creating. The once really annoying "AI voice is starting to grow on me. Mainly because the information behind it is exemplary. I have no doubt I'll be diving with you at some point in the future. I'm slowly working my way through the Canaries (Gran Canaria next month) and just haven't got to Tenerife yet.
last weekend i did my sidemount course, but i was a bit apprehensive because i had only done 21 dives so far... But after the first two dives I realised that it's not the number of dives that determines how good you are underwater... and don't get me wrong, I don't want to show off here. I am rather appalled that many divers (even in the course and with more than 100 dives) are not able to keep their hands still... moreover, one of our guides. Among other things, I have learnt a lot from you in a very short time and have been able to put it into practice. Many thanks for that :) Every diver should be interested in constantly improving their skills. Cheers
Hello my friend, i changed from jacket BCD to wing backplate, i have problem with decent , when I deflated the wing I rotate all over , the weight distributed all in tanks long with pockets and weight cam , what is your advice
@alzahraniabdulrahman fix your body / lower back tension. Check out our video "How to achieve perfect body alignment." Everything that's demonstrated there is applying to being on the surface as well.
@@flowstatediversthank you so much , i am in Dahab Red see Egypt , i took the courses , they recommend halcyon infinity, is it ok , or has some problems, I trust you
GOATed diving channel, setting a standard for diving best practices and communication 💪 Question: how can I differentiate between communicating 5 flutter kicks, 5 meters of flutters kicks and 5 minutes of flutter kicks?
This was great - thanks. I’d love you to make a similar video that incorporates use & buoyancy of dry suit - as when you descend, to avoid squeeze u must ‘fill/inflate’ dry suit - this then influences buoyancy at depths whilst you maintain temperature & squeeze management
I often hear from DIR divers this assertion that vertical ascent leads to improper decompression because of the pressure gradient exerted onto the body. As a scientist, I really like to be convinced with facts. Would you mind pointing me to any scientific study or even DAN article that substantiate this claim that decompression is improved using horizontal trim and decrease DCS risk? I would really appreciate it. Thanks in advance.
Thank you for your thoughtful question! It's understandable that, as a scientist, you would look for hard evidence. However, it's important to recognize that research surrounding decompression sickness (DCS) is still somewhat in the realm of pseudo-science, as the exact mechanisms behind bubble formation and nitrogen off-gassing aren't fully understood. There are many factors that contribute to DCS risk, and definitive scientific studies proving one method over another are hard to come by. That being said, the idea behind horizontal ascent being safer stems from the known pressure dynamics in shallow water. Near the surface, the pressure gradient is much steeper, meaning that even a small change in depth during a vertical ascent can cause rapid pressure changes from your feet to your head. This increases the risk of nitrogen bubbles forming in the bloodstream. In contrast, a horizontal ascent keeps the diver at a more consistent depth, reducing these abrupt pressure changes and allowing for more controlled off-gassing. Additionally, vertical ascents often involve more exertion - kicking upwards, for example - which increases blood flow and nitrogen distribution. More physical exertion during ascent can increase the likelihood of bubble formation, which is why horizontal profiles that minimize movement are encouraged in decompression protocols. While there may not be a single scientific article or study definitively stating that horizontal ascents reduce DCS risk, organizations like DAN and technical diving communities often recommend horizontal trim and controlled ascents based on practical experience and the principles of pressure change in shallow water. Given the incomplete understanding of DCS and the many variables at play, it’s not always about finding a single paper, but about applying the best available knowledge to minimize risk.
Sidemount and Tec diver here. Love all your content. refer all my fellow divers to this channel. Great detailed info that is often missed in the larger recreational agency courses
Isn't a canister light a bit overkill for recreational open water? I noticed you have 2 belt buckles? Im guessing the 2nd one is to secure the canister light?
If you're planning to transition into more advanced types of diving, mastering the use of a canister light in open water is essential for efficiency. However, if not, there's no real need to use one.
We won't. We strongly discourage single-cylinder sidemount diving because it undermines the principle of having a fully redundant system. If someone suffers from severe back issues, they should refrain from diving, as they may be unable to assist others in an emergency. This basic level of fitness should be a minimum requirement for diving.
